Pre-Long Beach Elite Coin Auction

Light PVC residue from years in a plastic coin flip somewhat dullish luster and the high points show some minor weakness. This results in a dulled app

In 1851 the excess of silver exports (including bullion, U.S. coins, and coins from other countries) over imports jumped to $23 million, up dramatical

Somewhat mixed patina ranging between light gray to deep steel gray and charcoal with russet in places. Only a minimum amount of wear on the high poin

A satiny Mint State 64 specimen with faint russet and natural light silver-gray surfaces that complement the smooth, hard-working luster beneath. Some

The surfaces are bright with moon-glow white luster and show none of the muting often seen on these early seated dollars. Indeed, the surface gleams w

What do you want to collector coins for? This attractive 1860-O seated dollar might be one reason, because it is sharp, frosty with cartwheel luster,

Minimally Uncirculated with dullish gray toning and contrasting darker high points on arms, lets, head, etc.

And keeping with its namesake, this is a "sterling" example of the first year of a new type. IN GOD WE TRUST was included on the reverse, ...

Extensive circulation abrasions, though still light silver gray luster with a few areas of russet brown. Nice rims; late-date With Motto design Type.

Gold with amber, royal purple with strikingly beautiful deep blue -- toning that just won't quit, and all original, all majestic, the very essen...

A bold example of this early Proof with bull's-eye rainbow toning. However, the color most likely has been added or enhanced, it still appears n...

From the moment we began to work up a description of this 1869 Proof dollar we began to get a feeling of utter marvel for this particular coin's...

Housed in an early generation PCGS holder (serial #8346194), this coin amazes us by its astounding beauty and first-class appearance. Here is a highly

One of only 960 Proofs issued this year. An intensely beautiful seated Dollar, a sparkling coin with choice mirrors and a strike that is very close to

Questionable toning that is gray and deep russet brown. (PCI graded MS63.) Only 1,573,700 1875-CC trade dollars were made, with the preponderance of t

A satiny frosted MS64 with strong underlying luster and nicely developed russet and gray highlights. Sharply struck with just a hint of weakness at th

Whereas a Morgan dollar from the San Francisco mint in this grade isn't all that unusual (and can be found at a major coin show without searchin...

Some original toning atop sparkling cartwheel surfaces, with everything very well struck including the stars. This is the final trade dollar from the

First year of issue and a razor-sharp example. In fact, this piece is struck with exactitude rarely found on any 1873 Trade dollar. Intense antique si

An extraordinary cameo Proof in all respects, the luster is bold and unyielding, while pale white frosty highlights blossom on the devices on both sid

The strong gradient of cameo frost envelopes both Liberty as well as the eagle. However, it doesn't stop there. The satin effect left over from ...

An incredibly fresh and highly lustrous gem, a benchmark for other examples that share this Proof 64 grade. While the strike is bold and crisp, it is

The cameo effect is unusually strong and attractive here, with amazing frosted relief not only on Liberty and the eagle but as well on the tops of the

A sparkling and lustrous frosted Trade dollar whose a satiny beauty fully defines all design features and burst of varying silvery hues on both sides.

By design, rather than by accident, this coin has needle-sharp relief and grand eye appeal. It ranks among the sharpest Proofs of 1881 on the market c

A satiny beauty, the devices frosted against mirror-reflective, if somewhat dusky toned fields. Smooth, rolling sparkle and splashes of rich gold ming

Warm golden to deeper reddish brown and iridescent blue toning covers both sides of this choice, lightly hairlined example. Struck with almost scienti

Full glowing mirror-finish luster, almost the color of wintry black ice in the fields is gently offset by frosted devices on either side, with Liberty

A satiny swirling two-tone Proof with dynamic cartwheel luster and golden brown to champagne toning around the rims. The striking details are exactly

Flashy fields offsetting frosted relief. A well-struck example.

If you've never collected Morgan silver dollars, it is best to begin at the beginning with a set of the various 1878 issues, of which this strik...

Bright and flashy with nice contrast.

Lots of small contact marks but still displays nice two tone contrast from the frosted relief.

One of several outstanding toned Morgan dollars we've had consigned to the sale, the obverse of this specimen deeply shaded: golden brown, blue-...

One of the most pleasing examples around in this mid-level grade, a coin sporting nice cartwheel effects beneath a layer of original blue (almost aqua

Toned.

Highly lustrous with the shimmering mint frost CC-mint coinage is so well known for, especially the 1878-CC. The dies left their rigid impression behi

White. Both sides are remarkably lustrous with full-moon whiteness and a spray of black mirror depth in the fields. A resplendent Carson City dollar.

The strike on this issue is nearly always very sharp, and the present Gem is no exception. The obverse is essentially gorgeous with its vast overlay o

White. A beauty, with nice snappy white color on undisturbed surfaces free of discoloration.

Frosted glass luster and impressive fields with warm russet brown toning dappled over each side. Struck with mathematical precision by the dies, of co

With all the afflatus being preached about Morgan dollars today, it is a pleasure to see an 1878-S with such lustrous surfaces, semi-prooflike on the

Struck with mathematical precision by the dies. A beauty, with nice snappy white color on undisturbed surfaces free of discoloration. This Philadelphi

Although this issue isn't as rare or high priced as some Morgans, the 1879-CC has long been known for its scarcity. Desirable features include (...

The wintry blast of white luster is utterly pleasing on devices, offset as they are by the equally pleasing deep mirror fields. Clockwork precision is

A frosty, satiny white gem with intense cartwheel luster on both sides. Nicely struck as well, with nary a hint of weakness anywhere (the eagle'...

Meticulous strike on every device, including the key centers. The silvery color is especially vivid on this 1879-O, with its snowy whiteness and only

The scarcer reverse of 1878 is from a left over die. Bright silvery luster in the devices and fields.

The obverse on this exceptionally fresh dollar has two tone contrast, meaning that the field is prooflike while the radiant head of Liberty is frosted

The obverse of this beautiful coin displays deep two-tone cameo contrast, while surfaces are pristine with only a faint sign of grazing in the luster

Incredible silvery perfection in the devices and fields. Devices as "sharp as a two-edged sword" including all hair elements, the cap, and...

White.

Fully original with warm silvery radiance. Struck with scientific exactness throughout the hair and across the eagle's breast and wings. A jewel...

A frosty Gem with attractive lightly toned surfaces and a powerful strike.

Displaying a uniform semi-prooflike surfaces on each side underneath light hazy gray toning. A gem.

Both the peripheries and the central areas are impressive for their sharpness of strike, and the frosty textured surfaces are glistening underneath va

A beautifully rainbow-toned obverse; an exceptionally lustrous 1879-S that has excellent fields and devices.

Gleaming, satiny luster and excellent detail. The surfaces are lightly toned.

Slightly prooflike fields. Gorgeous mint fresh dazzle.

Very few Philadelphia mint survivors could possibly equal the Superb technical merits and originality of this piece. In addition to its strong strike

Lustrous but deep frostiness dominates the surfaces of this beautiful coin, with a particular glow to the reverse fields, everything bathed in wonderf

Lustrous with dominant snow white frostiness plowing through the overlay of warm golden toning. Sharp-edged devices and lettering throughout with the

Mainly brilliant white but with a little pale hazy gold and gray toning.

Creamy white and immaculately preserved reverse with the same frosty allure on the obverse, but this side is bathed in nice russet brown color with a

Iridescent satin to frosted white and golden brown color resonate off of the surface of this near-gem 1880-CC.

Lot of 3 coins.

The surfaces are untoned, bright silver in color, and quite lustrous. The devices were struck with such force and energy by the dies that all design e

It is easy to see this piece was delivered a full, sharp blow by the dies, hence it's astounding high grade. Further more, rich silvery white co...

A lustrous Gem that has exquisite surfaces and a very good strike; but most of all, you will be mesmerized by its multiple layers of colors, some of t

A spectacular Gem with original, icy white originality from impressive pristine surfaces.

A frosty Gem with brilliant, untoned surfaces and a powerful strike. Sharp-edged devices and lettering throughout complement the two-tone cameo effect

Bold cartwheel luster spins broadly beneath sleek silvery highlights. The reverse strike eagle's breast is nearly impossible to imagine sharper,...

White.

Graced by deep natural steel gray with vibrant gold obverse toning plus some sky blue, and striking lavender shades of color. In other words, this 188

In addition to the delightful prooflike radiance from the fields, the coin has marvelous multicolor toning. Struck with preciseness only now and then

Gorgeous toning on both sides, with the obverse a fine blend of greenish steel to full red and magenta hues, a wonderful combination rarely seen on a

Exquisite electric blue obverse toning yields grudgingly to similarly fantastic blue with deep red and gold reverse colors. Together these harmonize i

A band of deep charcoal gray with blue iridescence on both sides.

Faithful to every detail from a full blow by the dies, the surfaces are highly lustrous and each side has a light satiny effect that swirls and altern

Before describing this lovely Gem we took a second look at it and have found that it is just as pristine and beautiful as our first impression: sleek

The silvery color is especially vivid on this 1881-CC, a coin with resplendent surfaces and "hard white" frost.

Desirable with this meticulous strike. Both the strike and satiny luster on this hefty silver dollar are simply outstanding, and only the presence of

Untoned cartwheel luster on nice satin surfaces, the fields radiant with brilliant prooflike finish while Liberty's profile is in satiny relief....

Rich silvery white color. A well struck '64 that has gleaming fields.

Another attractive CC-mint specimen with natural light rose-gold toning.

Shimmering white luster radiates off the surface.

Pleasant satin luster ripples across toned silver surfaces. This is a well-struck example with good details for the CC-mint. It has no bothersome nick

Both with rich silvery white color. Lot of 2 coins.

Fresh silvery bright fields and devices. Especially bold strike.

Explosive cartwheel mirrors grace satiny and lively golden-rimmed surfaces. Varying hues of gold mingle broadly with rich gold iridescence at the edge

In addition to its fantastic surfaces and razor-sharpness, this coin offers a crescent of lovely toning, the shading making a nice transition from ele

Blazing but satin luster, the coin thoroughly bright and untoned and thus allowing full play for the silver luminosity. Silver, as it happens, is the

Lustrous with dominant snow white frostiness and incredible detail in the hair, the eagle, and other design elements. Briefly, this coin comes within