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

1887 S$1 PR64 Cameo PCGS. With only 710 pieces struck, the 1887 has one of the lowest mintages in the series of proof Morgan Dollars. This piece has b

1889 S$1 PR67 NGC. Ex: Eliasberg. This coin was previously offered as lot 6462 in our February 2001 Long Beach Signature Sale, where it was cataloged

1891 S$1 PR65 NGC. Warm olive-orange patina blankets smooth, expertly preserved surfaces. The toning livens a little to orange-gold hues at the dentic

1892 S$1 PR65 Cameo PCGS. Moderate golden-orange rim toning interrupts the otherwise brilliant sheen of this solidly graded Gem. Both sides are boldly

1894 S$1 PR64 PCGS. An important proof variant of this low mintage (110,972 pieces) Morgan Dollar delivery from the Philadelphia Mint, this Choice qua

1895 S$1 PR66 PCGS. The 1895 Morgan Dollar has an official mintage of 12,000 business strikes. However, none are known today, leading one to speculate

1895 S$1 PR64 Cameo NGC. Apparently none of the 12,000 business strikes from 1895 made it out of government vaults and into general circulation, most

1899 S$1 PR63 PCGS. Easily identifiable as a proof, with deep mirrors and a razor-sharp strike. Unfortunately, this coin displays a number of hairline

1899 S$1 PR66 PCGS. The otherwise even endowment of olive-copper toning on the obverse yields to lilac-gray shadings over the upper left. Similar colo

1901 S$1 PR65 NGC. Due to the rarity of high grade business strike 1901 Morgan Dollars, Proofs from this issue have always been highly prized by colle

1904 S$1 PR65 PCGS. Deeply toned on each side in shades of steel-gray, golden-brown and russet, this coin also possesses highlights of champagne, elec

1921 S$1 AU58 ANACS, richly toned in antique-copper shades, both sides are typically struck for the issue, yet remarkably free of distracting abrasion

1921 S$1 MS64 PCGS. Well defined for this often weak issue and nearly unmarked. The untoned luster, unfortunately, lacks enough pizzazz for a higher g

1921 S$1 MS64 PCGS. A lustrous near-Gem that has lovely peach-gold patina. The centers have slight softness of strike, but the surfaces are beautifull

1921 S$1 MS64 PCGS. With the lightest blush of amber patina, this first year of issue, High Relief Peace Dollar has very sharp hair detail and only a

1921 S$1 MS64 PCGS. Attractively toned in champagne and chocolate tones that complement DeFrancisci's high relief design exceedingly well. Relat...

1921 S$1 MS65 PCGS. Untoned and quite frosty, with a bright, satiny sheen of equal vibrancy on obverse and reverse. A few miniscule facial blemishes a

1921 S$1 MS65 NGC. Originally toned in a rich mix of pinks, oranges, and browns. Free of marks except for several hairline scratches with an average s

1921 S$1 MS65 NGC. Light tan toning accents the clean, abrasion free surfaces of this Gem. The strike is bolder than usually found, while the luster i

1921 S$1 MS66 PCGS. An exceptional 1921 Peace Dollar. The mint luster is bright and very thick over each side and there are no mentionable or even not

1921 S$1 MS66 PCGS. The dusky apricot-gold patina is unquestionably original. A lustrous Gem that has impressively preserved surfaces. The centers are

1922 S$1 MS66 PCGS. Pastel gold and steel-blue patina. A lustrous first-year Gem that has exquisite surfaces and exceptional eye appeal. Important not

1922 S$1 MS66 PCGS. This example displays full strike and frosty mint bloom. Though considered a common date by many, this issue, and all others of th

1922-D S$1 MS65 PCGS. Nice strike with bright, satiny luster, and untoned. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 200-250 pe

1922-D S$1 MS65 PCGS. The satiny-textured surfaces are untoned with impeccably clean central devices. A network of die cracks outlines the obverse, as

1922-D S$1 MS66 NGC. A brilliant and exceptionally lustrous Gem with a good strike and beautifully preserved surfaces. Spindly die cracks (as struck)

1922-S S$1 MS63 NGC. Some weakness in strike is note, however, the surfaces are particularly clean for the grade. Important notice: We expect to be au

1922-S S$1 MS66 NGC. The 1922-S is a problem issue for collectors for two reasons, heavy abrasions and a soft strike. This particular coin is one of t

1923 S$1 MS66 NGC. A superb, high grade example, with lots of luster, and partially toned milky-white on the reverse. Important notice: We expect to b

1923 S$1 MS66 NGC. A lustrous and frosty Gem with a needle-sharp strike. The cheek is seemingly pristine, as is the reverse field. A lightly toned and

1923 S$1 MS66 NGC. A well struck and highly lustrous Gem that has attractive hints of apricot color. The fields and cheek are exquisitely preserved. A

1923 S$1 MS66 PCGS. Beautifully sharp strike and fully frosted surfaces. This is a lovely example of this Peace Dollar issue, which has a grade design

1923-D S$1 MS64 PCGS. Wonderfully flashy with intense luster a bold strike. A series of wispy die breaks travel around the obverse. Important notice:

1923-D S$1 MS65 NGC. Deeply lustrous with flashy surfaces accented with violet toning. A little weakly struck at the rims with several slender obverse

1923-D S$1 MS66 PCGS. This coin was previously offered as lot 7689 in our September 2002 Long Beach Signature Sale, where it was cataloged as: "...

1924 S$1 MS64 NGC. Both sides are dramatically toned in a rich tapestry of blue, red, and gold. Such toning, while not uncommonly found in Morgan doll

1924 S$1 MS65 NGC. Richly colored in rose hues with blue and red accents on both sides. Unusually well-toned for a Peace dollar and sure to generate i

1924 S$1 MS65 NGC. A lovely specimen with full frosty mint luster beneath attractive and unusual iridescent toning. This coin presents a very pleasant

1924 S$1 MS67 NGC. This coin was previously offered as lot 2044 in our 2002 Long Beach Bullet Auction, where it was cataloged as: "Wispy silver...

1924 S$1 MS67 PCGS. Ex: Jack Lee Collection. This spectacular MS67 example is fully brilliant save for a light swath of champagne iridescence on the r

1924 S$1 MS67 PCGS. Although common in roll quantity or higher in more mundane Uncirculated grades, this Superb Gem 1924 Peace Dollar approaches perfe

1924-S S$1 MS65 PCGS. The '24-S Peace Dollar is not an issue that was ever available in any appreciable quantities at the Uncirculated level and...

1924-S S$1 MS65 NGC. Fully brilliant with satiny luster, this nice example is well struck for the issue. A few small, scattered bagmarks are present,

1925 S$1 MS66 PCGS. A minimum of marks on this lustrous example. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 200-250 per hour. So

1925 S$1 MS66 NGC. An impressively lustrous Gem that has a bold strike and immaculate preservation. Light wisps of gold patina further contribute to t

1925 S$1 MS67 NGC. Previously offered as lot 2048 in our September 2002 Long Beach Bullet Auction, where it was cataloged as: "This lovely and ...

1925 S$1 MS67 PCGS. An otherwise common P-mint issue, the 1925 is seldom offered with surfaces that are as smooth and appealing as those of the presen

1925-S S$1 MS64 PCGS. A radiant example with a touch of milky patina across the center of the obverse. The striking details would probably not be conf

1925-S S$1 MS64 PCGS. Well struck for this invariably soft S-mint and untoned except for a blush of milky patina on the left side of the obverse. Impo

1926-D S$1 MS64 PCGS. This coin possesses nice luster and strike. Its eye appeal is enhanced by delicate amber toning primarily manifesting itself on

1926-D S$1 MS65 PCGS. This virtually untoned example is fully lustrous with the razor sharp striking definition that makes the '26-D a popular c...

1926-D S$1 MS65 NGC. Faint, mottled russet toning casts a natural frame for the beauty of this specimen.From the Collection of Colonel Carmine Penta.

1926-D S$1 MS66 NGC. A brilliant and needle-sharp Gem with outstanding luster and well preserved surfaces. A heavy die crack (as struck) crosses the l

1926-D S$1 MS66 PCGS. Unusually nice with blazing luster unbroken by contact marks or hairlines. Generally untoned with only the isolated patch of lig

1926-D S$1 MS66 PCGS. A sharply struck, carefully preserved Gem, with attractive light tone and gleaming satiny luster. There are three die cracks, as

1926-S S$1 MS65 NGC. The dancing luster seen on this issue is characteristic of the issue. Some faint toning is noted about the peripheries on both si

1927 S$1 MS64 PCGS. The luster is rather subdued under light tan toning and the surfaces are free of marks with the exception of a few pinpoint sized

1927 S$1 MS65 PCGS. Dusky apricot and powder-blue color. A well struck Gem that has excellent luster and exceptional surfaces. A lower mintage issue t

1927 S$1 MS65 ANACS. Charcoal-gray and russet patina mingle on the surfaces of this Gem. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate

1927 S$1 MS65 NGC. A lustrous and well struck Gem that has a hint of apricot-gold color at the margins. Exceptionally clean and with undisturbed surfa

1927-D S$1 MS64 PCGS. A couple of tick on Liberty's chin may be one of the few grade limiting factors on this branch mint issue.From the Collect...

1927-D S$1 MS65 PCGS. The '27-D boasts the highest mintage (1.2 million pieces) of the three 1927-dated issues in the Peace Dollar series. It is...

1927-D S$1 MS65 NGC. Substantial luster graces both sides of this well-struck Gem. Light wisps of toning float over both brilliant sides and the surfa

1927-D S$1 MS65 PCGS. The borders have speckles of golden-brown patina, while the remainder of the Gem has pearl-gray color. The strike is exceptional

1927-S S$1 MS64 PCGS. The blazing luster is slightly subdued by light toning. Several marks are well hidden including a long scratch through Liberty...

1927-S S$1 MS65 ANACS. The surfaces of this conditionally scarce S-mint are exceedingly lustrous and boast creamy, virtually unabraded central devices

1928 S$1 MS64 PCGS. Nicely struck with only a few small abrasions scattered over the surfaces.. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at t

1928 S$1 MS65 ICG. One of several high grade '28-P Silver Dollars in this sale, this satiny Gem is bright with little to no toning on either sid...

1928 S$1 MS65 ANACS. Despite the limited original mintage of 360,649 pieces, the 1928 Peace Dollar is relatively available in all grades up to and inc

1928 S$1 MS65 PCGS. This scarce low mintage issue ranks among the scarcest Peace Dollars in all grades, and Gem survivors are among the most prized sp

1928-S S$1 MS63 Uncertified. Accompanied by ANACS certificate # E-9898-H registered to Rich Parisi and dated April 29, 1981. Golden tinted with well f

1928-S S$1 MS64 NGC. Extremely appealing, with clean surfaces bathed in rich, flashy luster. Generally untoned with red and gold hues just emerging at

1928-S S$1 MS65 ANACS. Doubled Die Obverse. VAM-3. While the 1928-S boasts a considerably higher mintage than its similarly dated P-mint counterpart (

1934 S$1 MS65 PCGS. A pleasing Gem with bold luster, an exceptional strike, and distraction free surfaces.From the Collection of Colonel Carmine Penta

1934-D S$1 MS65 PCGS. A highly lustrous and essentially brilliant Gem. The central hair curls of Liberty are razor-sharp, and the eagle's leg pl...

1934-D S$1 MS65 NGC. A lightly toned and lustrous Gem that has an impressive strike and carefully preserved surfaces. A small contact mark on the head

1934-D S$1 MS65 NGC. The contact marks that account for the grade do little to detract from the central focus points on the coin.From the Collection o

1934-D S$1 MS66 PCGS. While not as rare or as highly respected as its S-mint counterpart from this same year, the 1934-D is a scarce issue and is an e

1934-S S$1 MS64 NGC. A lovely near-Gem with original toning, this is from the key issue in Mint State grades in the entire Peace Dollar series. Light

1934-S S$1 MS65 ANACS. While not a great strike rarity like the early S-mints, the '34-S in Uncirculated condition is still the most widely reco...

1934-S S$1 MS66 PCGS. In all our years of offering the finest collector coins in the world, we have only handled three MS66 1934-S Peace Dollars grade

1935 S$1 MS65 PCGS. The obverse displays the slightest tinge of golden color while freckles of olive-brown and russet toning gravitate to the reverse

1935 S$1 MS65 NGC. A boldly struck, brilliant, and lustrous Gem. The obverse is nearly pristine, and the same can be said for the reverse field. The t

1935 S$1 MS65 NGC. Smooth and essentially free of imperfections. The luster is velvety and the strike is mostly full with slight weakness seen at the

1935-S S$1 MS65 NGC. White with a minimum of abrasions and plenty of luster. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at the rate of 200-250

1935-S S$1 MS65 PCGS. White and extremely lustrous. A very attractive example of the last Peace Dollar. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning l

1935-S S$1 MS66 PCGS. More than 1.9 million pieces were struck of the 1935-S Peace Dollar, and MS64-65 examples can be located without too much diffic

1921 S$1 Satin PR64 NGC. Formerly sold as lot 4351 in our Morris Silverman Sale as an adjunct to the 2002 Central State Sale, where the coin was descr

1921 S$1 Matte PR65 NGC. Ex: Jack Lee. Formerly offered as lot 4352 in our 2002 Morris Silverman Sale, where it was described as, "The complete...

1999-D SBA$ MS68 PCGS. Few business strike dollars remain in their original state of preservation, even those immediately placed into mint sets. This

1849 G$1 Open Wreath MS64 NGC. Large Head. Breen-6003. The Gold Dollars of this variety are thought to have been delivered between May 9 and June 7, 1

1852-O G$1 Dollar AU50 ANACS, a light contact mark is worthy of mention in the field near Liberty's neck; and an 1852 Quarter Eagle AU50 ANACS, ...

1853 G$1 MS64 PCGS. Thick mint luster and only modestly abraded with a couple of tiny luster breaks in the reverse fields. Important notice: We expect

1853 G$1 MS68 NGC. Produced in staggering numbers for the era, the 1853 (4 million pieces struck) is the most plentiful Gold Dollar from the standpoin

1854 G$1 Type One MS62 NGC. This is a crisply detailed example with pleasing orange-gold color. There are a few scattered abrasions on the reverse, bu

1854-D G$1 AU55 NGC. A date that is typically encountered in VF or XF grades, the 1854-D has an extant population in AU of perhaps 15-19 coins (per Wi

1854-S G$1 MS65 PCGS. Formerly offered as lot 7642 in our 2001 Central States Sale, where it was described as, "As an issue, the 1854-S is a pa...

1854 G$1 Type Two AU50 PCGS. Richly accented in russet, rose, and steel-blue shades, with unusually sharp central details. A few small depressions in

1854 G$1 Type Two AU58 NGC. Good luster remains, but the surfaces are slightly marred by die clashing and numerous small abrasions. Important notice:

1854 G$1 Type Two AU58 NGC. Some lack of detail is a result of weak striking characteristics rather than wear. Important notice: We expect to be aucti