Feb. 16, 2001, The Benson Collection Part 1, Sale 8
Lot 1769
1894. PCGS graded
Proof 65. This one has deep gold and blue around the obverse and similar on
the reverse, with a couple of faint scuffs on Liberty's cheek keeping it from
virtual perfection. Deeply frosted devices, and well made, even for this period
when Philadelphia produced some of their finest proof issues of the century. A
bold gem.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,200.
Lot 1770
1894. PCGS graded
AU-58 Premium Quality. This one has the appearance and luster of a mint
state coin, but just misses.
Estimated Value $200-300.
Lot 1771
1895. NGC graded
Proof 65. Deep smokey rose, blue and gold toning on both sides, with a few
trivial hairlines beneath. Gems are hard to find of these early dates, even in
Proof grades. Don't miss out.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,200.
Lot 1772
1895. MS-64. A
satiny beauty that has desirable blue toning around the rims and gold at the
centers. Sharply impressed and free from handling marks aside from minor
hairlines.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,300.
Lot 1773
1896. NGC graded
Proof 66. Mostly white in color with just a few hairlines in the delicate
fields. No problems or signs of handling worthy of note.
Estimated Value
$2,200-2,600.
Lot 1774
1897. MS-64.
This one has some very minor handling marks on Liberty's cheek, but abounds
in frosty luster with delicate blue tones around the edge of the obverse, more
so on the reverse which blazes with pink and blue toning throughout in
concentric circles.
Estimated Value $900-1,100.
Lot 1775
1897. MS-60 Plus.
This one was lightly cleaned, but has nice flashy luster and is well
struck. Better surfaces than one would expect.
Estimated Value $400-500.
Lot 1776
1898. PCGS graded
Proof 67. One of the finest graded, in fact, PCGS has only graded 9 this
high, with none graded higher. This one boasts deep smoky gray toning on both
sides, with a blazing headlight of white on the back of Liberty's head. Similar
on the reverse with deep toning around the edges, and frosty white at the
center twenty percent of the coin. If you demand original coins with stunning
toning, then be sure to view this lot and bid accordingly. A condition rarity
that is unsurpassed.
Estimated Value $4,500-5,000.
Lot 1777
1899-S. Sharpness
of EF-40 but scratched and cleaned. The surfaces show numerous long
scratches and the coin has also been cleaned. Inspection mandatory.
Estimated Value $25-50.
Lot 1778
1901. PCGS graded
Proof 63. Lightly toned and a coin which boasts nice contrast. Always
popular with type collectors.
Estimated Value $450-500.
Lot 1779
1902. NGC graded
Proof 64. There are a few minor slide marks on Liberty's cheek, and the
surfaces are reflective, as was the style in 1902. Nearly a gem.
Estimated
Value $750-850.
Lot 1780
1903. NGC graded
Proof 65. A magnificent gem proof that boasts moderate gold toning in the
fields and frosty devices. The fields are very reflective, and this coin has
ample eye appeal. Hairlines are at a minimum here, and this coin is better than
most gems seen.
Estimated Value $1,700-2,000.
Lot 1781
1904. PCGS graded
Proof 67. Deep charcoal toning on the obverse, with a brighter ring on the
upper right, including part of Liberty's neck and her face, which remain bright
and untoned. The reverse is more even, with deep toning throughout, with hints
of reddish brown in the fields. Sharply struck and probably toned from the
original mint wrappers. Only 7 graded this high, with none graded higher
according to a recent PCGS Population Report.
Estimated Value $4,000-5,000.
Lot 1782
1906-S. PCGS graded
MS-66. A superb gem example of this date, the peripheral areas boast light
golden-green toning and the centers are a lustrous silver color. Sharply struck
and very appealing. Only 2 so graded, with 4 graded higher by PCGS, making this
one of the best around.
Estimated Value $3,000-4,000.
Lot 1783
1908-O. MS-65.
A stunning coin that boasts vibrant yellow and red toning on both sides,
with subdued gray over all. Minor scuffs on Liberty's cheek which keep it from
an even higher grade. Rare this nice. Sharply struck throughout.
Estimated
Value $2,500-3,000.
Lot 1784
1911. NGC graded
Proof 65. This one has faint hairlines and delicate gold toning mostly near
the rims. Frosted devices stand out well against the milky white fields.
Estimated Value $1,700-2,000.
Lot 1785
1912. Proof 64.
This proof is lightly toned and shows some trivial slide marks on Liberty's
cheek. Only 700 struck in Proof.
Estimated Value $750-850.
Lot 1786
1912. ANACS graded
MS-62. This one was cleaned lightly in the past, with the ever-present
hairlines on the surfaces and fields. Retoned a bit with gold over Liberty.
Estimated Value $250-300.
Lot 1787
1915. MS-60 Plus.
Bright and lustrous, with a couple of minor ticks and a small scratch on
Liberty's neck. Good luster in the fields.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,250.
Lot 1788
1893-O, 1893-S, 1895-O,
1896-S, 1897-O and 1901-S. A group of Barber half dollars for the date
collector. These coins grade an average of Good. Several are scarce and
worth quite a premium over common dates. Check them out! Lot of 6 coins.
Estimated Value $150-175.