2003, Orlando, FL. (FUN) Signature Sale #308 - Sessions 1 and 2

1870 3CN PR65 PCGS. This is a silver-white Gem with the exactness of detail that one should expect for a specimen striking. The finish is essentially

1870 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. Warmly patinated, this golden-gray example is every bit the Gem. There are no distracting post-production features, nor are

1871 3CN PR65 PCGS. A well balanced example, both sides are equally free of mentionable blemishes with a sharp strike. There is a pair of tiny planche

1872 3CN PR65 PCGS. With an estimated mintage of slightly more than 950 pieces, this attractive, sharply struck specimen is as rare as it is alluring.

1872 3CN PR65 PCGS. Somewhat dappled apricot-gray color overlays smooth, obviously well cared for surfaces. Appreciably frosted over the devices with

1873 3CN Closed 3 PR65 Cameo PCGS. Lustrous with moderate contrast. Population: 15 in 65, 3 finer (10/02). Important notice: We expect to be auctionin

1873 3CN Closed 3 PR65 Cameo PCGS. Direct angles reveal pleasing lavender tinting that yields to silver-gray hues as the coin rotates away from the li

1874 3CN PR65 PCGS. The silver-gray surfaces are mostly brilliant in finish, but we do note some mint frost on the obverse over Liberty's portra...

1874 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. A brilliant Gem that has pleasing white on black contrast. The surfaces are exquisitely preserved, and have numerous parallel

1875 3CN PR65 PCGS. The surfaces are uniform in finish with a bright, silver-gray sheen. The sharply struck devices are fully appreciable in the verit

1876 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. This golden patinated Gem sparkles in the fields and reveals pleasing mint frost over the devices. Solidly graded at the PR6

1877 3CN PR65 PCGS. Some golden tinting appears to drift toward the denticles at certain angles. Others reveal a silver-gray sheen. We have no doubt t

1877 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. This is an immensely popular date inasmuch as it boasts the lowest total mintage in the 1865-1889 Three Cent Nickel series.

1878 3CN PR65 PCGS. An always-popular issue, this golden-gray Gem displays more or less contrast between the fields and devices depending on light ang

1878 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. This is a wonderful example of this scarce, proof-only date. With a mere 2,350 pieces struck, a specimen of this caliber wil

1878 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. In 1878, only proofs were struck with a mintage of only 2,350 pieces. This is an essentially untoned coin, with good frostin

1879 3CN PR65 PCGS. There is little to no toning on either side of this crisply detailed specimen. Bothersome handling marks are also virtually absent

1879 3CN PR66 NGC. Razor sharp with shallow reflectivity in the fields. The slightest accent of golden patina separates this high grade specimen from

1879 3CN PR67 PCGS. Rich olive-orange toning yields to softer champagne and powder-blue shadings in the center of the obverse. This pristine Superb Ge

1879 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. Beauty and scarcity are the hallmarks of this particular specimen. The surfaces possess a delightful contrast between the cl

1879 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. A brilliant and well struck Superb Gem that has pleasing cameo contrast and outstanding eye appeal. As the surfaces are seem

1879 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. A sharply struck Superb Gem that is fully brilliant and has virtually pristine surfaces. A splendid proof type coin, althoug

1880 3CN PR65 PCGS. A thin veil of milky patina has a subduing effect on moderately reflective surfaces. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning

1880 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. An essentially untoned example, there are no blemishes that would call into question the validity of the PR65 designation. T

1881 3CN PR62 ANACS, razor-sharp, light gold and violet patina, attractive despite a few wispy handling marks; 1883 PR63 ANACS, well struck, a couple

1881 3CN PR65 PCGS. Dappled silver-gray overtones confirm the originality of this carefully preserved Gem. Sharp striking definition is also a praisew

1881 3CN PR67 PCGS. The date is clearly repunched, with traces of the prior logotype visible below the second 1 and within both loops of both 8s. A ne

1882 3CN PR65 PCGS. Dusky streaks of lavender and gold patina adorn each side. A well struck Gem that has limited reflectivity. Important notice: We e

1882 3CN PR65 PCGS. Deep steel-grey coloration and ample reflectivity would make this an ideal addition to the cabinet of a collector who appreciates

1882 3CN PR66 PCGS. Frosted devices and a sharp strike characterize this lovely specimen. A delicate amber haze graces the attractive surfaces.From th

1882 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. The devices have a hint of gold color. A well struck Gem that has reasonable cameo contrast and impressively preserved surfac

1882 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. Faintly variegated golden-brown patina graces the surfaces of this well struck and remarkably near-pristine Superb Gem. The

1882 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. Superb surfaces, strike and the most pleasing appearance all combine to propel this specimen to the pinnacle of visual appea

1883 3CN PR65 PCGS. A fully struck gem with toning that conceals the flash of the luster underneath. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots

1883 3CN PR66 PCGS. Lustrous and untoned with a minute die crack (as struck) on the reverse at 3 o'clock. Important notice: We expect to be auct...

1883 3CN PR67 PCGS. A razor-sharp Superb Gem that has seemingly pristine surfaces and beautiful streaks of coffee-gold patina. While the 1883 has the

1883 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. An attractive cameo frosted issue in Superb grade. Scarce this nice, and worthy of a premium bid. Population: 5 in 67, 1 fine

1883 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. This specimen displays sharp detail, enhanced by pristine surfaces and wonderful two-toned cameo effect. A delight to behold

1884 3CN PR65 PCGS. Dusky gold patination floats over the reflective fields and moderately frosted devices on this gem. Important notice: We expect to

1885 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. Virtually free of toning, several minor scratches do not succeed in limiting the lofty appeal of this cameo contrasted gem.

1886 3CN PR65 PCGS. Consistently lustrous with rich steel-gray surfaces gradually turning golden at the edges. Free of flaws save several tiny obverse

1886 3CN PR67 PCGS. A lightly toned and essentially pristine Superb Gem. A well struck and beautiful representative of this popular proof-only issue.

1887 3CN PR65 PCGS. Mildly reflective surfaces are accented by light golden shades on the obverse and more luminous hues of rose and blue on the rever

1887 3CN PR65 PCGS. Fully acceptable as a Gem, with cartwheel luster and consistently pleasing steel-grey coloration. Important notice: We expect to b

1887 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. Bold devices contrast against reflective fields. This piece is the finest graded and more importantly, no examples of this i

1887/6 3CN PR64 ANACS. Slightly subdued silver-gray surfaces with a semi-reflective appearance in the fields. The overdate of this issue has proven le

1887/6 3CN PR65 PCGS. Virtually untoned with mild cameo contrast that is especially strong on the obverse devices. A minor obverse scratch by Libert...

1888 3CN PR65 PCGS. An appealing example with lustrous matte surfaces delicately toned in gold. Several spots above the date are noted. Important noti

1888 3CN PR66 PCGS. A marvelous Gem proof specimen, with highly reflective mirrored surfaces and some mild cameo contrast.From the Ohio Collection. Im

1888 3CN PR67 PCGS. Breen-2454, RPD-3. The 88 in the date is lightly repunched. A seemingly fully struck Superb Gem with gorgeously preserved surfaces