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1914 $10 PR66 NGC. A stellar coin for the specialist t

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money / US Coins Start Price:37,500.00 USD Estimated At:1.00 - 1,000,000.00 USD
1914 $10 PR66 NGC. A stellar coin for the specialist t
<B>1914<$10> PR66 NGC.</B></I> A stellar coin for the specialist that boasts excellent surfaces and delightful, satiny yellow color. The surfaces are clean and attractive, with a couple of trivial hairlines keeping this from perfection. Visually appealing and carefully preserved, the present coin appears to be virtually unchanged since the day it was coined. All proof gold of this period is rare, and when found in Gem or finer grades presents an opportunity for the astute buyer. The proof mintage for the year is <I>50 pieces,</B></I> a mere 50 coins struck to memorialize this date in proof. While most apparently survived, there are few that have come down to us that merit such a lofty grade. The proofs of 1914 were struck using a fine sandblast finish. This coining technique imparts a microscopic granularity to the surface of the fields and devices that perfectly match in color and surface texture. Examination with a magnifier will discover the fascinating microscopic facets that cover the surfaces. As the coin is turned, these tiny facets twinkle and flash like so many stars in the galaxy, a mesmerizing effect that is unique to the proof gold coins of the period. Any collector who has seen these sparkling facets will appreciate the mastery of these secret minting techniques used to create this remarkable effect. A thoroughly satisfying example for the connoisseur that will undoubtedly dazzle the new owner every time the coin is viewed.<BR> America was swept along in the world tide of building armaments for the coming World War in late 1914. Factories were swamped with orders for machines and for the chemicals and gunpowder needed by many nations. Gold and silver were hoarded, and our national focus swung from the idealism of the early century to the realities of war. America stayed out of the conflict for a few more years as the European countries were swept along by the flood of fear and anger. Somehow this coin passed through this period of turmoil to come down to us today, <BR><BR><B>Important notice:</B> Heritage usually auctions material at the rate of 200-250 lots per hour. On some occasions eBay Live bid software or the Internet may not be able to keep up with the pace of the auction. We recommend placing a realistic absentee bid now as insurance to avoid disappointment. Occasionally the auctioneer may eliminate or reject an eBay Live bid, and the auctioneer may also reopen a lot after the close of the eBay live bidding (usually because we missed an audience bid), and may reject your bid even if it shows you as the winning bidder. By bidding via eBay Live, you agree that Heritage may award the lot to another bidder at its sole discretion under the circumstances described above or any other reasonable circumstances. Since eBay bids are not shown to us until we open the lot on the floor, we treat those bids just like floor bids. In most cases the floor responds before the eBay bid is presented to us, due to Internet lag time, so for consistency we have made it a policy that floor bids are always considered first over tie eBay live bids. Also please note that all Heritage lots purchased through eBay Live carry a 20% Buyer's Premium. Please make sure you read the Terms and Conditions before you bid. This lot is being auctioned in conjunction with a live floor auction by Heritage Galleries & Auctioneers. All final auction and invoice information will be supplied by Heritage Galleries & Auctioneers, and all other information should be considered preliminary. Lot:4177 <BR><BR><B>Winning Notification and Billing:</B> After the FINAL session in this auction is complete, Heritage will send e-mail and snail mail invoices. This process normally takes several days. All final auction and invoice information will be supplied by Heritage Galleries & Auctioneers, and all other information should be considered preliminary. <BR><BR>This auction will be conducted on a live auction floor and over the Internet through eBay Live. If you choose to place an absentee bid, please take a moment to <font color='#0000ff'><u><a href='http://pages.ebay.com/liveauctions/help/before/laabsentee.html'>learn how eBay Live absentee bidding works</a></u></font><font color='#000000'>