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

1928 $2 1/2 MS63 PCGS. The yellow-green fields complement the pinkish devices. A sharply struck Quarter Eagle that has refreshingly unabraded surfaces

1929 $2 1/2 MS65 PCGS. According to Mike Fuljenz and Doug Winter (2001), the 1929 has a lower extant population in MS65 than any other 1920s issue in

1854 $3 XF45 NGC. An average strike for this first year issue, with reddish-orange patina over both sides. Important notice: We expect to be auctionin

1854 $3 AU55 ANACS. The satiny luster is virtually complete and only a touch of striking softness is noticed on the highpoints. Terrific eye appeal wi

1854 $3 AU58 ANACS. Lightly circulated and free of copper spots. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 200-250 per hour. So

1854-O $3--Scratched--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF40. Three closely grouped scratches or shallow scrapes in the left obverse field are an insurmountable

1855 $3 MS62 NGC. Those who have been around rare gold for some time, may not hold the 1855 in very high regard; and indeed, it is one of the more ava

1856 $3 MS63 NGC. As an early P-mint issue, one might expect that the 1856 (26,010 coins struck) is a plentiful coin by the standards of the Three Dol

1859 $3 AU58 NGC. With only 15,558 pieces struck, the 1859 is far from common. This clean, smooth, and lustrous example is typically well struck and w

1860 $3 XF45 NGC. Coin is lustrous with nice surfaces. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 200-250 per hour. Sometimes eB

1860 $3 AU58 NGC. 7,036 business strikes were struck. Slightest of rub keeps this coin from the Uncirculated arena. The surfaces display pleasing colo

1864 $3 AU58 NGC. Fully original with rich coloration, the surfaces are blanketed in reddish-gold hues. There are some suggestions of pale powder-blue

1865 $3 AU55 NGC. According to Paul F. Taglione (1986), the 1865 is the rarest P-mint Three Dollar gold piece in Mint State. About Uncirculated surviv

1866 $3 XF45 PCGS. Luster is still visible in the protected areas and the lightly frictioned fields have toned a rich rose-gold color. Free of bothers

1867 $3 AU55 NGC. Only a hint of wear on the highpoints and on the fields is noted. Some of the bold, original luster if left lurking about the device

1868 $3 AU50 Cleaned Uncertified. A lightly cleaned piece that has a hint of highpoint rub and no shortage of remaining luster. An abrasion below TA i

1868 $3 AU58 NGC. 4,850 business strikes minted in this year. Bright golden surfaces with modest prooflike qualities add to its overall appeal. Import

1870 $3 AU53 NGC. Bright semi-prooflike luster outlines the legends and devices. A richly detailed piece that is without bothersome contact marks. Onl

1870 $3 MS60 NGC. The 1870 is a moderately scarce date in the Three Dollar series and, as noted above, is quite elusive in mint condition. This is a n

1872 $3 AU55 NGC. Reddish-gold example with mirrorlike qualities. Tremendous reflectivity and eye appeal. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning