SOLD
31,000.00USD+ (4,650.00) buyer's premium + applicable fees & taxes.
This item SOLD at 2021 Mar 21 @ 15:05UTC-5 : EST/CDT
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Finest Known Sheldon 242. The fabulous Doug Bird coin, the undisputed finest known of the variety and arguably the only truly mint state example. Full, intense cartwheel luster across light olive and golden-brown surfaces, and fresh mint red bursting out from the protected areas around the hair ribbons, ONE CENT, and the wreath. Flaws are few and microscopic – tiny carbon spot under the L and two barely noticeable scratches at F and last A of AMERICA. Virtually pristine in general and it’s clear that special care was taken of this cent since soon after it was made. Noyes photo #40008 and finest known in his census as MS62. Graded MS63 by Grellman. The only other example that comes anywhere near this is the Proskey-Hines-Sheldon coin that Noyes grades AU55 and it’s clear that piece doesn’t have the luster or mint red of this one, and appears to have rub on the highpoints. Just a wonderful cent destined for the finest of cabinets. Ex W.G. Crowther (Boston Coin Co.) ca. 1890 – Fred Crowther (son) ca. 1960 – John M. Ahern, Sr., Superior 2/2002, lot 1280 – Doug Bird, Goldberg’s 2/2020, lot 100.
Auction Location:
Box 6400, Austin, Texas, 78762, United States
Previewing Details:
Contact Kevin Vinton at kevindanielvinton@gmail.com for availability
Buyer's Premiums:
| From (Incl.) | To (Excl.) | Premium |
| 0.00 |
Infinite |
15% |
Additional Fees:
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send to:
Kevin Vinton
P.O. Box 771
Danbury CT 06813-0771
Questions or alternative payment methods call Kevin at 203-305-4710
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AUCTION TERMS OF SALE
1. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the buyer. In case of dispute the auctioneer may at his sole discretion reopen a lot. In all cases the auctioneer’s decision shall be final and binding on bidders.
2. The auctioneer reserves the right to refuse to honor any bid which, at his sole discretion, he feels is not submitted in good faith. The auctioneer may withdraw any lot, without prior notice, for any reason whatsoever.
3. All sales are payable in U. S. funds immediately upon receipt of invoice unless other arrangements have been made prior to the sale. Lots will not be released to buyers until paid for in full. Lots delivered in state of sale are subject to all applicable state and local taxes unless appropriate permits are on file with us.
4. Postage will be added to the invoice of all successful mail bidders.
5. A 15% buyer’s fee will be added to all invoices.
6. Please keep in mind this is not an approval sale. All sales are considered final. Sales to the floor may not be returned for any reason save authenticity. Sales to mail bidders are final unless lot proves to have been mis-described.
7. Lot viewing due to COVID-19 not available for this auction.
8. Mail bids, or phone bids will be accepted up through the day of the sale. Please direct email bids to kevin@indeetlib.com. All bids will be reduced. Lots will open at one increment above second highest mail/phone bidder. Bidding will proceed as competition dictates with the lot either selling to the floor or to the mail/web bidder at one increment above the second highest bid. Please see contact information below.
9. Consignors may bid or place a reserve bid on their own coins. Principals of the auction firm may consign and may bid on coins in the sale for themselves or clients.
MAIL BIDS:
Please mail all bids to:
Kevin Vinton, P.O. Box 771, Danbury CT 06813-0771 email: kevin@indeetlib.com phone: 203-305-4710
Chris McCawley, P.O. Box 6400, Austin, TX 78762
email: friscomint@live.com
Phones: Chris 405-226-5072 / Lucas Baldridge 972-310-9497 / Travis Hollon 214-912-6644