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

1859 1C PR64 PCGS. Glassy, modestly reflective surfaces exhibit pinpoint sharpness on the highpoints and exhibit delicate orange peripheral accents. A

1859 1C PR65 PCGS. One of several Choice or better specimens in this year's FUN Sale. This piece exhibits moderate reflectivity and the expected...

1859 1C PR66 Cameo PCGS. Splendid lemon-gold and rose-violet colors appear when the Cent is rotated under a light. A razor-sharp Gem that shows every

1860 1C PR64 PCGS. An exquisitely struck near-Gem that has lovely olive-brown color and immaculate surfaces. Free from carbon flecks, and attractive.

1860 1C PR66 NGC. Lovely honey-tan color gives way to pale, mottled, lilac and emerald-green undertones as the surfaces rotate into the light. There i

1861 1C PR64 PCGS. A well struck and beautifully preserved near-Gem that has lovely orange-rose color across the reverse periphery. Interestingly, the

1861 1C PR65 NGC. Deeply mirrored and beautifully toned with hazy iridescence over each side and bright honey-orange colored fields. Very scarce with

1862 1C PR66 NGC. Olive-tan in color on the obverse, the reverse displays an equally attractive honey-orange sheen. This fully brought up specimen com

1862 1C PR65 Cameo PCGS. This coin displays a cameo effect on both obverse and reverse. The color is a natural hue for original copper-nickel issues o

1862 1C PR66 Cameo NGC. Formerly offered as lot 6032 in our 2002 New York Sale, where it was described in part as, "The Philadelphia Mint produ...

1862 1C PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. This is the first Deep Cameo we have offered and, according to our records, it is also the finest example certified by e

1863 1C PR65 NGC. The fields have iridescent orange, gold, and olive patina, while the devices have yellow-green color. The headdress feathers are nee

1863 1C PR65 Cameo PCGS. Most of the original "white" surface still remains on this scarce copper-nickel proof. The fields show illimitabl...

1863 1C PR65 Cameo PCGS. The 1863 is a very scarce copper-nickel proof and cameo examples are actually very rare, even though we have two pieces in th

1864 1C Copper-Nickel PR65 Cameo NGC. One of precious few 1864 Copper-Nickel Cents to receive a PR65 Cameo designation at NGC, this pinkish-tan repres

1864 1C Bronze PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Formerly offered as lot 282 in our 2002 September Long Beach Sale, where it was described as, "Dappled ...

1864 1C Bronze PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. First year of the bronze composition and a scarce proof issue in all grades, although the

1864 1C Bronze PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. This bronze specimen striking of the 1864 Indian Cent combines a mostly lustrous, orange-olive obverse with an

1864 1C Bronze PR65 Red PCGS. For the second time in less than a year, we are both fortunate and flabbergasted to offer not one, but two Gem specimens

1864 1C Bronze PR66 Red, Ultra Cameo NGC. Previously offered as lot 5201 in our June 2002 Long Beach Signature Sale, where it was cataloged as: &quo...

1865 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. An intricately detailed, glittering example that has acquired appealing highlights of rose and green. A solitary spot

1865 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Beautiful orange-red iridescent surfaces which are well struck and immaculately preserved. An outstanding Gem. Importa

1865 1C PR64 Red PCGS. The color is exceptionally vibrant on both sides with original crimson-orange shadings that are particularly praiseworthy in th

1866 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. A well struck proof Gem with flashy, deep mirrors, and underlying red-orange iridescence.From the Ohio Collection. Im

1866 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. Razor sharp striking detail is readily evident through an overlay of more or less even glossy-brown patina. The proper

1866 1C PR65 Red PCGS. Only 725 proofs were struck of the 1866 in proof format. As one would expect, very few high grade, full red pieces are extant t

1867 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Glassy, needle sharp surfaces have faded to a natural golden-violet color that is quite attractive, with bluish-green

1867 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. Pinkish-red luster peers through glossy-brown toning as the coin rotates under the light. The needle sharp devices are

1868 1C PR64 Red and Brown ANACS. Rotated Dies. The reverse is just a few degrees off from medallic alignment, as often seen on proofs from this year.

1869 1C PR63 Red and Brown ANACS. Glassy, intricately detailed surfaces have toned in pale orange and olive-green shades that are somewhat concentric,

1869 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. The proof surfaces display glossy, subdued brilliance and razor sharp definition, having mellowed in dappled lilac and

1869 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Underlying crimson, yellow, and green iridescence glimmers beneath the bright red-brown surfaces, which are fully str

1870 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. Deep coppery-red color on both sides with notable browning on the exposed areas. One of an estimated 1,000 proofs issu

1870 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Dappled orange and rose-violet patina atop glittering surfaces, with flashes of turquoise color limited to the portrai

1871 1C PR65 Brown NGC. A deeply toned violet-brown specimen that requires a slight tilt to pick up on its turquoise accents and glittering fields.Fro

1871 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. The variegated gold and lilac patina is attractive. A well struck Gem with immaculate surfaces. One of the lowest min

1871 1C PR65 Red PCGS. Formerly offered as lot 6046 in our 2002 New York Sale, where it was described as, "Fully lustrous with an orange-tan sh...

1871 1C PR65 Red PCGS. This is a fully original Gem whose lustrous, orange-red surfaces reveal deeply set golden-olive undertones at indirect angles.

1872 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. Mostly red on the obverse with a predominately brown reverse. A number of scattered dark spots limit the grade.From th

1872 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Evenly and naturally mellowed to an autumn-brown hue, with remnants of red about the devices. A desirable proof due to

1872 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Attractive uniform color, and nice reflectivity add to the desirability of this scarce issue. Population: 51 in 65, 4

1872 1C PR64 Red PCGS. The highly reflective surfaces of this near-Gem proof coin display fantastic orange-red iridescence within the deep mirrors.Fro

1872 1C PR65 Red PCGS. Struck from an intermediate die state with the die scratch behind the Y in the headband and just a trace of die rust on the Ind

1872 1C PR65 Red NGC. While high quality proofs of the 1872 are more plentiful that similarly dated business strikes, the former are still deservedly

1872 1C PR66 Red PCGS. As the present sale clearly indicates, we have a lot of experience cataloging and auctioning proof 1872 Indian Cents. We have n

1873 1C Closed 3 PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Both sides of this modestly reflective specimen have mellowed beneath uniform lilac and amber patina.From the

1873 1C Closed 3 PR66 Red and Brown NGC. The obverse is wholly lustrous with a beautiful pinkish-red sheen. Similar colors dominate the outward appear

1873 1C Closed 3 PR64 Cameo PCGS. Formerly offered as lot 5392 in our 2002 September Long Beach Sale, where it was described as, "The surfaces ...

1873 1C Closed 3 PR64 Cameo PCGS. The lovely orange-gold color is so undisturbed that the coin has a freshly minted appearance. The shield lines and t

1874 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Rich copper-red color is deepest on the portrait. A few minute carbon flyspecks are seen here and there in the fields.

1874 1C PR64 Red PCGS. Rich deep orange color manifests itself on the well-struck and reflective surfaces of this near-gem. Important notice: We expec

1874 1C PR64 Red PCGS. Mellow mint red, and attractive. With a mintage of 700 or so pieces struck, this is both scarce and aesthetically pleasing. Pop

1875 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Eagle Eye Photo Seal. Brightly variegated orange and rose-violet patina. The 5 in the date is repunched north. A well

1875 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Toned nicely with hints of gold and lavender. An impressively preserved Gem with a razor sharp strike. Population: 34

1875 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. Formerly offered as lot 285 in our 2002 September Long Beach Sale, where it was described as, "A well struck Ge...

1876 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Dappled steel-blue and crimson patina adorns each side, but is deepest on the left portion of the obverse. The underly

1876 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. The fields have vivid blushes of gold, violet, and electric-blue patina, while the devices have olive color. A needle-

1876 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. The obverse has radiant gold and rose colors, while the reverse has bright and iridescent violet and electric-blue pat

1876 1C PR65 Red PCGS. Moderately reflective with a rich reddish-bronze coloration that is enhanced by a touch of pale olive on the highpoints. A tiny

1877 1C PR61 Red and Brown ANACS. Nicely reflective, the surfaces retain almost complete mint red with just a bit of darkness at the top of the revers

1877 1C PR64 Red and Brown NGC. Generally a light tan color with pinpoint sharpness in all areas. The reflective qualities are deceptively strong, bei

1877 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. The orange-red luster has faded to medium brown patina toward the centers, but the latter color dominates the outward

1877 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. This lot offers a sharply struck proof representative of this all-important date in the Indian Cent series. Mottled ol

1877 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. There is a veritable explosion of orange, red, and lavender colors beneath mottled glossy-brown overtones. This featu

1877 1C PR65 Red PCGS. The scarcity of business strike 1877 Cents has created a strong "coat tails effect" on the proofs of this date, and...

1877 1C PR65 Red, Cameo PCGS. This coin is the only proof 1877 Indian Cent so graded at PCGS, and there are no Red, Cameo examples certified finer (10

1878 1C PR65 Brown NGC, this needle sharp Gem is toned in medium brown shades that yield to modest pastel tinged undertones at direct angles; and an 1

1878 1C PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Bright orange-gold color, with hints of violet iridescence at the margins. A well struck near-Gem with exquisitely pr

1879 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Snow-1, "scarce." The 1, 8, and 9 in the date betray evidence of a prior logotype. Rich gold, ruby-red, a...

1879 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. The fully struck proof surfaces are extremely well preserved and flashy, with spectacular orange-red iridescence unde

1880 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. Rich magenta and brick-red overtones primarily affect the obverse.From the Ohio Collection. Important notice: We expec

1880 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. Olive, ruby-red, and orange colors interchange across the fields and devices. A razor-sharp Gem with surfaces that ar

1880 1C PR64 Red PCGS. A few flecks of carbon are noted on this attractive proof issue. A hint of frost is noted on the devices. Important notice: We

1880 1C PR65 Red PCGS. Reflective surfaces and frosted devices blend with clean, spot-free surfaces in this Gem. Encapsulated in an old-style PCGS hol

1880 1C PR64 Cameo NGC. Very sharply struck with an attractive cameo appearance, and an alluring red color, this is a very appealing example of this I

1881 1C PR65 Brown NGC; and an 1882 PR65 Brown NGC. Both are fully struck with rich medium brown toning and lilac-pink undertones that are more readil

1881 1C Cent PR64 Red and Brown ANACS, bright orange and lilac colors, well struck, a couple of small gray spots above the portrait; and an 1866 Dime

1881 1C PR65 Red and Brown NGC. The glittering mirrored fields have rich ruby-red and tan-gold color. A razor-sharp Gem with remarkably clean surfaces

1881 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. The ruby-red, electric-blue, and yellow-green patina is spectacularly iridescent. A needle-sharp and exquisitely pres

1881 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. The borders have olive-green patina, while the centers have gold and brick-red color. A razor-sharp Gem with undistur

1881 1C PR64 Red PCGS. The bright orange-gold fields have an occasional freckly of icy-blue iridescence. A seemingly fully struck near-Gem with an ess

1881 1C PR66 Red NGC. A gorgeous Gem that has luminous orange and rose color. Flashy and well struck with beautifully preserved surfaces that are near

1882 1C Cent PR63 Brown ICG, deep brown patina covers most of each side; 1931 Cent MS65 ICG, Obverse Die Heavily Polished, as the qualifier states the

1882 1C PR64 Red Questionable Color Uncertified. The surfaces of this remarkably well struck proof example display attractive, although "questi...

1882 1C PR66 Red NGC. Lovely yellow-gold color dominates both sides, with a solitary blush of champagne-rose iridescence within the left obverse field

1883 1C PR66 Brown ANACS. Looking at this nicely preserved proof Indian straight on just doesn't do it justice. When held at an angle, emerald-g...

1883 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. Lavender and gold toning with the obverse lustrous and the reverse subdued. Important notice: We expect to be auction

1883 1C PR64 Red PCGS. Golden red surfaces are highlighted by a bold strike. A carbon spot on the reverse rim near 6 o'clock is mentioned, but f...

1884 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Bright pumpkin-orange peripheral color frames the iridescent lilac-violet centers. An exquisitely struck Gem that has

1884 1C PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. Splendid peach, pink, olive, and gold colors add to the eye appeal of this radiant Gem. Carefully preserved, razor-sh

1884 1C PR66 Red PCGS. The luminous peach and gold color lends exceptional eye appeal. An exquisitely struck Gem that has virtually pristine surfaces.

1884 1C PR67 Red PCGS. Orange-red and rich lavender colors compete for dominance on both sides of this stunning Superb Gem. The eye appeal is breathta

1885 1C PR66 Brown PCGS. The first 8 in the date is lightly repunched within the lower loop. Impressive mauve-violet, gold, and yellow-olive colors ap

1885 1C PR65 Red and Brown PCGS. Featuring a razor sharp strike and no visible imperfections, this Gem proof specimen displays dazzling violet, orange

1885 1C PR66 Red and Brown NGC. Deeply toned in apple-green, gold, and tan hues. The headdress feathers are needle-sharp, while the date and upper shi

1885 1C PR65 Red PCGS. Opulent red color envelops this proof cent. Both sides are free of distractions and more importantly, free of carbon spots. Imp

1886 1C Type One PR64 Red and Brown PCGS. Orange-gold, sea-green, and rose-violet colors appear when the Cent is rotated under a light. A seemingly fu

1886 1C Type One PR65 Red and Brown NGC. A nice mixture of deep orange, olive, and rose colors adorn needle sharp surfaces of modest reflectivity.From

1886 1C Type One PR66 Red and Brown PCGS. Blushes of yellow-gold and ruby-red color compete for territory, while the central reverse has a wisp of lim

1886 1C Type One PR63 Red Questionable Color Uncertified. This is a sharply struck survivor, which displays questionable color but retains otherwise w