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1883 T$1 PR67 NGC. This is the last readily collectibl

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1883 T$1 PR67 NGC. This is the last readily collectibl
<B>1883 T$1 PR67 NGC.</B></I> This is the last readily collectible Trade dollar, a proof-only issue with 979 pieces coined. David Bowers (1993) writes: "1883 Proof Trade dollars are somewhat scarcer than the mintage, even allowing for some melting, would indicate. The date seems to have an unusually high number of impaired survivors; perhaps as many as 25 to 50 lightly worn ones exist." Bowers also cites Bruce Amspacher, a Trade dollar authority, who wrote: "Scarce in Gem condition....Slightly sub-par in overall quality (strike, depth of mirror, eye appeal) compared to issues of 1879-82."<BR> The PR67 specimen offered in this lot does not fit the profile alluded to above. The strike is exceptional, as manifested in the detail of Liberty's head, in the star centers, and on the eagle's plumage. The motifs stand in contrast to the mirrored fields, and the overall surfaces are bathed in waves of cobalt-blue, lavender, and yellow-gold. Impeccably well preserved throughout. In sum, this gorgeous proof exudes outstanding eye appeal. Census: 11 in 67, 2 finer (10/06).<BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coin/Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)
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