Superior Santa Clara Elite Coin Auction

Includes 1932-D VG8 and G4, 1932 AU50, 1935-S MS60, 1939 MS63 (PVC haze), 1942-S MS63 (PVC haze), and then numerous others in the 1940s to 1950s, main

A tiny "S" on the eagle's breast, hence the association with Superman! No explanation is given as to why this occurs but it is found o...

Choice surfaces, color, strike definition and overall state of preservation are found on this 1794, an unusual confluence of characteristics certainly

Final year of this early design. An evenly worn if somewhat irregularly struck example featuring clean surfaces, light to medium gray and gold accent

Smooth surfaces, old-time toning, underneath which resides 25% original bloom from the dies.

Lot of 2 coins.

Overall better than average detail in the hair, cap and drapery, with typical flat stars and some dusky toning on the topmost curls as almost always f

Deeply toned with a mild streak across the obverse. In PCI MS62 holder.

1829 Fine 12, 1834 Small Date Extremely Fine 40, 1853 Arrows and Rays Very Fine 20, hairlines, 1858-O Fine 12 solder damage. Lot of 4 coins.

Some luster, attractive surfaces.

Lustrous satiny bright surfaces with semi-prooflike aspects to the field. Nearly full cloak and head details on the figure of Liberty, as well as a c

Toned; washed-out but still satiny luster.

Lot of 3 coins.

Lustrous fields ripple with original watery mint bloom. Against this are set nicely subdued, matte design elements, the effect of the cameo contrast d

A satiny gem of the finest order. A high degree of bright cartwheel luster spins broadly beneath rich gold and antique silver accents. Nicely struck w

Well-struck, immaculately preserved and lustrous, this Gem has lovely mint bloom and equally refreshing toning on both sides. Walkers are desirable w

An important offering in this choice grade, the coin sparkles with smooth, dare we say untamed cartwheel luster, creating a nice appearance. Any tonin

A tiny rim mark on the obverse.

A brilliant and nicely lustrous ‘63’ that has attractively preserved surfaces with only a few scattered bagmarks. Much scarcer than the Denver Mint da

Intensely blazing luster explodes like a fire storm on the satiny, chiefly lightly gold toned surfaces of this near-perfect gem. Free-ranging color th

1935-S (cleaned), 1939-S (2 pieces), and 1941-S. Lot of 4 coins.

Cleaned.

Sharply struck throughout with excellent silvery luster.

Fully lustrous -- an important and rare feature for this date from the 1930s. The surfaces display dominant pearl-white color.

A blazing gem with intense luster, grand eye appeal and a pale golden color. No hint of weakness anywhere in the razor-sharp design unless one wants

Weak centers, as so often occurs with this scarcer branch mint date. Housed in PCI MS65 holder; the strike isn’t quite sufficient for the gem classifi

A spectacular Gem with original, icy white originality from impressive pristine surfaces. Here and there a couple of tiny bagmarks. Housed in PCI MS66

Lustrous golden gray with grand overall eye appeal. The smooth satiny features create a striking appearance in a world of otherwise bagmarked Walking

Heavily toned, all original and never cleaned. In PCI MS66 holder, the depth of the toning causes this minor restriction in the grade in our opinion.

Shimmering white luster radiates off the surface. Crisp detail on all devices although insufficient satiny luster remaining on the leg to warrant the

A white, barely toned example, as crisp and lustrous as when it was first issued.

Mainly common dates grading Very Fine 20 to About Uncirculated 50 but with an additional AG3 1919-S in the mix to confuse things. Lot of 66 coins.

Frosted devices are unusual with early Franklin Proofs, as the finally bid tally will reveal. Proof mintage was only 81,980 pieces.

This coin will be a star attraction in anyone’s Franklin half dollar set, no doubts about it. Fresh, flashy, gleaming with originality; 1953 has the l

Gorgeous with deep mirrors, almost “black” in their depth and watery reflectiveness. A pristine beauty for someone who cherishes these in tip-top grad

Displaying natural toning over muted luster, the smooth satin surface is unmolested by marks or staining. Well-struck on Isabella’s crown, blouse fro

In first-generation pre-1989 PCGS holder. Light milky toning.

Fantastic toning, surfaces and overall perfection are seen in this early silver dollar commemorative. The coin fully warrants its lofty grade boasting

Here is a lovely specimen, with satin fresh surfaces that are free of major handling marks. This piece is, in fact, almost pristine in its beauty desp

Lot of 2 coins.

In first-generation pre-1989 PCGS holder. Lightly toned.

In first-generation pre-1989 PCGS holder.

In first-generation pre-1989 PCGS holder.

In early-generation NGC holder.

A satiny gem with intense cartwheel luster that radiates broadly beneath rich silvery freshness, with no toning. Nicely struck in all places (includin

A sparkling Gem with bright, naturally surfaces and a commanding strike. The color is shimmering heather brown for the most part, but with plenty of s

In first-generation pre-1989 PCGS holder. Hazy white toning.

In first-generation pre-1989 PCGS holder.

In first-generation pre-1989 PCGS holder.

In first-generation pre-1989 PCGS holder.