2003, Orlando, FL. (FUN) Signature Sale #308 - Sessions 5 and 6

1889-CC S$1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. After the Carson City Mint closed for three years from 1886-1888, coinage once again resumed in 1889 after

1889-CC S$1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. No other Carson City Dollar in this popular series garners the respect of the 1889-CC. The dispersal of v

1889-O S$1, Unc Details, Obverse Improperly Cleaned NCS, nicely struck, brilliant, lustrous, and relatively clean; 1890-O, Unc Details, Obverse Improp

1889-O S$1 MS64 PCGS. The 9 in the date is lightly repunched at the peak. A lustrous and lightly toned near-Gem. Not boldly detailed above the ear of

1889-O S$1 MS65 NGC. Although the 1889-O was not one of the most plentiful issues in the Treasury Department releases of the early to mid 1960s, enoug

1889-O S$1 MS65 PCGS. Lightly and evenly toned, the surfaces are remarkably lustrous and vibrant for a New Orleans mint product. Also, the striking de

1889-O S$1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. The 1889-O is a very elusive issue with deeply mirrored fields. This piece shows bright, strongly reflecti

1889-S S$1 MS64 PCGS. Medium, even shades of russet-gray patina cover both sides of this near-Gem specimen.From the Collection of Colonel Carmine Pent

1889-S S$1 MS65 PCGS. A sharply struck and flashy Gem that has faint freckles of green-gray color on each side. Beautifully preserved, and scarce as s

1889-S S$1 MS65 PCGS. The variegated golden-brown and lilac patina is irrefutably original. A boldly struck and highly lustrous Gem with impeccably pr

1889-S S$1 MS65 PCGS. A generally brilliant Dollar that has a wisp of rose-violet color on the upper obverse border. A sharply struck Gem that has ple

1889-S S$1 MS65 PCGS. Completely brilliant and adequate in strike, but exceptional in luster and preservation. Some striations on the cheek are noted,

1890 S$1 MS65 NGC. Deeply toned on both sides in various shades of gold and brown which serves the dual purpose of adding visual interest while making

1890 S$1 MS65 PCGS. Nicely struck and wholly untoned, with generous cartwheel luster that adds considerable drama to both sides. Several marks on the

1890 S$1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. Deeply mirrored fields show many tiny abrasions, but the overall contrast is still substantial. Maize and blu

1890-CC S$1 MS63 PCGS. Bright, flashy, and well struck with scattered marks, although none that are individually obtrusive. Important notice: We expec

1890-CC S$1 MS63 ANACS. Mostly white with some light color near the rims on the reverse. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate

1890-CC S$1 MS64 NGC. Frosty with an unusually nice strike. Colorful peripheral toning is seen on each side. In addition, a thin layer of gold patina

1890-CC S$1 MS64 PCGS. Deep shades of russet-orange toning can not conceal the luster on this near-Gem specimen. Important notice: We expect to be auc

1890-CC S$1 MS64 PCGS. Nearly gem, only several shallow abrasions on the cheek preclude a higher grade. The surfaces are untoned and the devices are f

1890-CC S$1 MS65 PCGS. The 1890-CC is a well-produced issue that is quite difficult to locate in strict Gem condition. This is a bright, highly froste

1890-CC S$1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. The 1 in the date is lightly repunched south. A brilliant near-Gem with a needle-sharp strike and carefully preserved

1890-CC S$1 MS63 Deep Mirror Prooflike ANACS. The mirrored fields on this specimen remain nearly distraction free, only adding to their depth. The lig

1890-O S$1 MS64 PCGS, faint golden patina is noted on the obverse periphery; and a 1900 MS65 PCGS, a beautiful coin with a hint of color. 2 coins Impo

1890-O S$1 MS65 PCGS. Luster shines through the deep golden-brown and mauve patina. A carefully preserved Gem that is sure to be appreciated by the de

1890-O S$1 MS65 PCGS. Boldly struck for the issue, with surprising sharpness in the centers, claws, and lower wreath. A lustrous and brilliant Gem wit

1890-O S$1 MS65 PCGS. Sharply struck and well preserved, this brilliant Gem has creamy obverse surfaces, displaying several silvery toning streaks whi

1890-O S$1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. Lightly frosted devices contrast against reflective fields that are typically deeper than the average dollar with a pr

1890-O S$1 MS64 Deep Mirror Prooflike PCGS. A reasonably struck near-Gem that has pleasing reflectivity and carefully preserved surfaces. The obverse

1890-O S$1 MS65 Deep Mirror Prooflike NGC. It is reliably estimated that only 3% of the Deep Mirror Prooflikes extant of this issue grade MS65 or fine

1890-S S$1 MS65 NGC. A well struck and flashy Gem. The fields are magnificently preserved, and the cheek is immaculate aside from a very wispy vertica

1890-S S$1 MS65 NGC. Brilliant, with full-bodied luster and only the lightest element of color at the edges. Nicely struck with ample flash and sparkl

1890-S S$1 MS65 PCGS. This is one of the most appealing specimens which we have seen recently for this mintage, which is conditionally rare at or abov

1890-S S$1 MS66 PCGS. Expect significant bidder competition for this beautiful and conditionally scarce '90-S Morgan. The surfaces are free of a...

1890-S S$1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS, brilliant with flashy mirrors and a bold strike, a small abrasion below the arrowheads prevents a higher grade; and a

1891 S$1 MS64 PCGS. Softly frosted mint luster covers the surfaces of this essentially untoned near-Gem. The cheek of Liberty is surprisingly clean fo

1891 S$1 MS65 NGC. This coin was previously offered as lot 1862 in our September 2002 Long Beach Bullet Auction, where it was described as: "Th...

1891 S$1 MS65 NGC. This is an uncommon representative of the issue from the standpoint of both striking quality and surface preservation. Whereas the

1891 S$1 MS65 PCGS. More than 8.6 million pieces were struck of the 1891-P Dollar, but Gems are very elusive. Most examples are softly struck; however

1891-CC S$1--Artificially Toned--ANACS, Unc Details, Net MS60, mottled blue and russet toning; and a 1901-S--Artificially Toned--ANACS, Unc Details, N

1891-CC S$1 MS63 PCGS. This sharply brought up example is lustrous with a richly frosted finish. There is a little light silver-gray and lilac tinged

1891-CC S$1 MS63 PCGS. VAM-3. Top 100 Variety. The popular (if not rare) 'Spitting Eagle' variety, so named for a small die lump (as made) b...

1891-CC S$1 MS64 PCGS. A creamy, well struck '91-CC that benefits from nicely frosted central devices. Any thought of a higher grade is eliminat...

1891-CC S$1 MS64 PCGS. VAM-3. Pure white surfaces boast appropriate luster.From the Collection of Colonel Carmine Penta. Important notice: We expect t

1891-CC S$1 MS65 PCGS. Full, shimmering mint luster swirls around both sides with a richly frosted texture. The lack of toning allows full appreciatio

1891-CC S$1 MS65 PCGS. The 1891-CC is one of the scarcer Carson City Morgans in Gem condition. Only 1.6 million pieces were produced and, unlike other

1891-CC S$1 MS64 Prooflike PCGS. Deeply reflective with well frosted devices. Only the barest hint of patina shows on each side. Important notice: We

1891-CC S$1 MS62 Deep Mirror Prooflike ANACS. A well struck example that has a clean reverse and a minor luster graze or two on the cheek. The margins

1891-O S$1 MS63 PCGS. Both sides have acquired a light-grey patina which somewhat quiets the luster, but the surfaces are clean and the strike is more

1891-O S$1 MS64 PCGS. Anxious luster waits to escape the surfaces of this near-Gem issue. Golden toning hugs the peripheries on both sides.From the Co