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A few very minor hairlines away from full MS65 condition, with fields satiny, devices satiny and appreciably sharper than average as seen in the portr

Boldly struck with typical bright golden surface that is slightly prooflike in areas. Minimal surface deterioration puts it well within reach of gem q

Glowing mint luster in the fields and boldly struck by the dies. The surfaces are superb and show no ticks or handling marks worthy of note. Fully str

Recovered from the ruins of the World Trade Center after the attacks of September 11, 2001. One of 1,440 produced.

Blazing luster and bright.

Lustrous and very bright.

A gem.

Totally bright and lustrous.

Frosty with greenish golden luster, a classic early period design with only a few flanking stars around Liberty, almost seeming as though they were an

Lustrous and well preserved for this rather early issue. Housed in an older green insert PCGS holder.

The unusual variety in which Frontier & Deviercy's initials appear at the point of the coronet "FD". Frosty, with typically indiff...

A pleasing little jewel of a coin that features bright yellow gold luster, prooflike in the fields offset by satin Liberty head. Choice throughout, wi

A near pristine example of this well made, exquisitely executed variety, the portrait of Liberty is one of the finest designs in the entire Cal Gold s

A near pristine little specimen with natural toning and loads of mint frost. As an 1855 issue it falls under the First Period coinage traditionally th

(ICG certified.) Well struck on a problem-free planchet, with luster in the delicate spaces of the Liberty head and pleasing overall appearance. Ideal

Initials FD on the reverse below the date point to the source of this well made, nicely toned variety: Frontier & Deviercy, a major issuer of Ca...

The centers have yellowish-gold patina. A well struck choice example that has imposing luster and exquisitely preserved surfaces plus sharp hair and h

Both sides are bright with vibrant golden-yellow patination. The "N" between two stars on the reverse signifies this as manufactured for N...

Phenomenal quality for this issue with well frosted devices and reflective fields. This is the finer of only two examples graded by NGC and likely the

Great color and luster throughout, and very well struck for this die pairing. Scarce in gem grades.

Prooflike in the fields and well frosted on the devices. A faint die crack is seen on the reverse. Outstanding quality for this issue.

Lightning-bolt bright mint luster and its rich, variegated golden color, with the Indian's portrait frosted against decidedly mirrored fields. A...

Impressively struck on the obverse, the resounding gold tone resonates to the eye. This is part of the generally well designed Indian series by an unk

(ICG certified.) A desirable example of this Type featuring the frosty head of an Indian set amidst encircling stars. The background warm, dusky golde

Blazing mint luster throughout and very clean for the grade with virtually no signs of handling. This is far and away the finest graded by NGC of the

One of the so-called large head pieces from the Second Period, and a strikingly attractive orange-gold specimen whose main device is frosted against s

One of the Robert B. Gray issues (his initial G prominent below the bust). Choice with semi-prooflike fields as always, and a few faint hairlines.

Lustrous example of the Robert B. Gray design, with close to 80% semi-prooflike surface remaining.

Another outstanding Robert B. Gray issue, this features both sides displaying an exceptional frosty sheen with choice satiny gold brilliance, being pr

Tinged in delicate golden-yellow shades, the features includes sharp head of Liberty (well frosted, we might add) against smooth mirror-polish fields

The scarce 1871 variety with H below the bust. Lustrous, with semi-prooflike field remaining around devices.

One of the more desirable issues by this unknown manufacturer. Color is mostly orange-gold in shade, but flickers of copper tinted iridescence can be

Strictly gem quality from top to bottom, a little sparkling jewel of a coin whose Indian head is frosted against the reflective background, providing

Dusky yellow to orange gold patina, one of the scarcer issues from 1873-dated dies, although presumably struck much later since these were novelty ite

Weakly struck on the devices and a bit dull, but reflective in the fields. Typical of the issue.

Color is mostly orange-gold in shade as often seen, but flickers of prooflike tinted iridescence can be found in the fields of this well made Robert B

A blazing gem example of this die pairing. The surfaces are alive with mint frost, and the fields reflective. Tied with a small group of 6 pieces for

(Misattributed by NGC as "1869 BG1009"). Sleek, satin luster throughout with an encircling die crack through the obverse stars.

This example is one of the scarcer fifty-cent denominations and displays a frosty head of Liberty facing left surrounded by stars and a semi-prooflike

Part of the Robert B. Gray issue (note the large G prominently displayed between bust and date). Those who have an internet connection will see on the

A lustrous coin with minimal marks expected for the grade and slightly reflective surfaces.

A later die state with two reverse die breaks near the rims. Prooflike fields and very reflective, with pristine surfaces throughout. One of the two f

An average strike for this issue, but the surfaces are hazy and a bit dull. Luster beneath, and there are no real surface problems seen.

Dusky brownish tan patina from the low-fineness of these later "second period" pieces. A lustrous, if somewhat dulled specimen, sharp on t...

From the same obverse as used to coin the Small Letters 1858 Proofs, combined with an unadorned oak wreath reverse. Lovely original patina with razor-

Has toned an unusual shade of dusky magenta and old faded red, with devices razor-sharp. As usual with this scarce Pattern, the reverse-obverse die al

Dusky mint color with steel-brown shades in the undertone. Devices are crisply imparted by the dies, showing complete vertical and horizontal stripes

Obverse and reverse: The dies used to coin regular-issue Proof half dime this year. A very scarce variety struck in copper and always commands a lot o

Liberty wears a sharp pointed coronet in this version of the extensive STANDARD SILVER run of pattern coins, 1869-71. A lovely deep brown with glossy

(SEGS certified, mislabeled as P-1578.) Smooth matte-finish surface with very choice preservation and mark-free originality. Obverse and reverse: The

Typical light hairlines and polished effect from the gold plating on this rare copper issue. The edge is reeded, the Rarity-6 listing places it among

This delightful set contains copper, nickel and silver issues of 1876, with the silver coins displaying matched color and choice to very choice surfac

The surfaces are bright with moon-glow nickel bright luster and show none of the carbon spots often seen on Proofs. The reverse of James Earle Fras

A silvery bright specimen glowing with original mint brilliance and proof dazzle in the fields and throughout the "all brilliant" devices ...

The surfaces are silvery bright, with highly flattering mirror finish in the fields and an "all brilliant" effect from the raised devices....

Brilliant ice-clear silvery fields on this appealing coin, a glittery first-year Proof whose magnificent devices correspond to the equally impressive

A beauty, with nice snappy white mirror fields and devices and undisturbed surfaces free of discoloration or major hairlines. It comes down to this: t

The resplendent set of five Proof 1936 issues as described above (including two nickels but no Lincoln cent), to be sold as a single lot. Bidding will

A well struck, immaculately preserved, and lustrous Gem that has lovely orange-gold color.

When the sale of proofs resumed in 1936 the brilliant style was restored, but without the frosted relief that had made earlier proofs (Liberty and Shi

Lightly toned. Desirable first year of the issue, and the scarcest Proof Mercury dime.

Light hazy toning, all original and very choice at this level. Excellent sharpness on all devices.

Light milky surfaces from the original celluloid Mint sleeve. A real fresh appearing Gem specimen with razor-sharp strike.

A lovely Superb Gem that has radiant orange-red color. Lustrous and sharply struck with top-quality pristine fields.

Outstanding nickel-gold, almost silvery blue luster with fields deep and mirrored. Sharp-edged devices and lettering throughout, of course, since the

A spectacular Gem with original, icy smooth mirrors from impressive pristine surfaces. Struck with exactitude rarely found on a Proof of this issue. O

Rich silvery white color. A well struck Gem Proof that has gleaming fields and no toning. The devices were struck with such force and energy by the sp

The otherwise silvery hue gives way to almost black watery reflection in the fields on this immaculate gem, a coin virtually unmatched for overall str

The glittering complete set of five 1937 Proof issues as described above, to be sold as a single lot. Bidding will commence at a price 10% above the c

A simply exquisite Gem, the golden-orange surfaces are glistening with full, mirror radiance.

Glowing with mirror freshness in the fields underneath exquisite natural golden toning haze. Ideal for a United States Type Set.

Lovely surfaces and a razor-sharp strike. Just shy of Gem Proof 65 quality.

Shimmering mint brilliance is seen over each side of this fully struck Gem. Simply superb quality and not seen all that often in this reflective state

A highly lustrous Gem that has immaculately preserved surfaces.

A dazzling toned gem. Not to be overly verbose, there is an incredible wealth of detail seen throughout this well struck first year Jefferson!

Brilliant throughout with glowing mirror surface, there are no impairments on either side that are worthy of mention.

Lovely original toned surfaces and excellent strike definition on Washington's portrait.

Lovely original toned surfaces like the quarter and full strike definition on both sides.

A spot-free dazzler whose mint color shames just about any lesser (red and brown) Lincoln cent.

Nicely toned; choice throughout.

This is a noteworthy example whose lightly patinated surfaces show pinpoint striking definition throughout and are largely free of distracting hairlin

Again, a superlative Gem that is virtually (and vitally) hairline-free.

Both the peripheries and the central areas are impressive for their sharpness of strike, and the mirrored surfaces are glistening.

Very few survivors could possibly equal the Superb technical merits of this piece. In addition to its strong strike and nearly flawless surface qualit

Light original tone haze from the celluloid sleeve. An undipped Gem.

From the same original set as the Mercury dime with its light hazy toning and razor-sharp strike.

Pale milky color, all original, fresh and sparkling.

Another first-rate Gem from this collection of Modern Proofs.

Another outstanding mirror-deep Gem from this run of Proofs.

A brilliant, frosty Gem with no visible imperfections.

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

First of two designs this year, and a sparkling jewel of a coin with light original patina.

Light milky white patina with underlying mirror fields.

A lustrous Gem that has exquisite mirror surfaces and a very good strike.

An untoned Gem with excellent luster and surfaces that are free from all problems.

Original milky white toning atop glorious fresh, unhairlined surfaces.