The Pre Long Beach Auction - September 2011

1867-S. NGC graded EF-45. Nice light gray toning. Estimated Value $100 - 115.

1869. NGC graded Proof 65. Fully white and well struck. Only 600 minted. A veritable cornucopia of freshness and sparkle for the collector of Gem qual

1869. NGC graded AU-55. Lightly toned. Estimated Value $200 - 225.

1869-S. PCGS graded EF-45. Nice even gray toning gives balance to the raised design. Some discoloration near Liberty's face (PCGS # 6326) . Est...

1871. PCGS graded EF-45. Nice even antique gray toning (PCGS # 6330) . Estimated Value $110 - 120.

1872. PCGS graded EF-40. Even medium toning as on many in this group of seated Half Dollars (PCGS # 6333) . Estimated Value $100 - 110.

1873. No Arrows Open 3. PCGS graded VG-10. CAC Approved. Even toning. A very rare date since most half dollars minted in 1873 have a Closed 3 in the d

1873. Arrows. NGC graded VF-30. Even toning on both sides. Estimated Value $60 - 70.

1874-CC. Arrows. Good-5. A scarce date, evenly worn. Estimated Value $225 - 250.

1875. NGC graded EF-40. Nice even gray toning. Estimated Value $80 - 90.

1875-CC. NGC graded VF-30. Even gray toning. Estimated Value $70 - 80.

1875-S. NGC XF Details, improperly cleaned. Even gray toning. Estimated Value $50 - 60.

1876-S. PCGS graded AU-53. Nicely toned (PCGS # 6354) . Estimated Value $125 - 150.

1877-CC. PCGS graded AU-50. Attractive light to medium antique toning (PCGS # 6356) . Estimated Value $150 - 175.

1877-S. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. CAC Approved. Light gold toning around the edges. Well struck, a choice original specimen for the Type Set buyer (PCGS #

1878. PCGS graded Proof 63. Nicely toned and in an OGH. A lovely example of the With Motto design. Only 800 struck. Pop 50; 69 finer (PCGS # 6439) .

1879. EF-40. Nicely toned. Consigned too late for 3rd party grading. Only 4,800 struck. Estimated Value $300 - 330.

1880. VF-20. Many light marks and probably cleaned long ago. Only 8,400 struck. Estimated Value $150 - 160.

1881. VG-8. Likely cleaned years ago. Only 10,000 struck. Estimated Value $150 - 160.

1882. NGC graded Proof 67 Cameo CAC Approved. Lovely delicate golden toning with edges of iridescent electric blue. Only 1,100 struck. It is almost in

1882. PCGS graded Proof 63+ Cameo. Lovely iridescent blue and bold toning around the borders of both sides. Only 1,100 minted. Pop 1; 39 finer (PCGS #

1882. PCGS graded AU-50. Hints of light gold toning about with semi-reflective sufaces. Only 4,400 struck. Pop 4. (PCGS # 6364) . Estimated Value $35

1882. Sharpness of Very Good. Cleaned long ago. Only 4,400 struck. Estimated Value $170 - 180.

1883. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ CAC Approved. A wonderful white coin. Only 8,000 struck. This is an very attractive coin with richly frosted surfaces and b

1883. PCGS graded Proof 64 CAC Approved. Gorgeous lilac and sea-green iridescent toning on the obverse while the reverse is toned about the borders. O

1883. Fine-15. Lightly cleaned with some minor rim nicks. Only 8,000 struck. Estimated Value $150 - 160.

1884. VF-30. Lightly cleaned. Only 4,400 struck. Estimated Value $200 - 220.

1885. PCGS graded EF-45. Light gold toning about. Only 5,200 struck. Pop 3 (PCGS # 6367) . Estimated Value $275 - 300.

1885. VF-20. Lightly toned with a few minor edge nicks. Only 5,200 struck. Estimated Value $200 - 225.

1886. Fine-12. Lightly cleaned. Only 5,000 struck. Estimated Value $225 - 250.

1888. Good-5. Perhaps lightly cleaned long ago. Only 12,001 struck. Estimated Value $150 - 160.

1889. VF-30. Lightly cleand. Only 12,000 struck. Estimated Value $150 - 160.

1889. PCGS Genuine. Our grade is Sharpness of Good with some rim nicks. Dark gray in color. Scarce low mintage date as only 12,000 were made (PCGS # 6

1890. VF-35. Consigned too late for 3rd party grading. Only 12,000 struck. Estimated Value $225 - 250.

1891. NGC graded MS-66. A boldly struck gem with brilliant untoned frosty surfaces throuhout. Both sides display ample sharpness and shimmering luster

1839 to 1891. A partial collection of Half Dollars. A total of 33 different dates grading Poor to Very Fine. Includes the rare 1873-CC Arrows VF holed

A group of better quality Seated Liberty Half Dollars. Consists of: 1844, 1846, 1847, 1848-O, 1856-O, 1860 and 1862. Coins grade Very Fine to Extremel

A group of better quality Seated Liberty Half Dollars. Consists of: 1868, 1871-S, 1875, 1877 and 1891. Coins range in grade from Very Fine to Extremel

A lot of "CC" mint Seated Half Dollars. Consists of: 1873-CC no arrows, 1873-CC arrows, 1878-CC. Coins all grade About Good. Lot of 3 coin...

A group of "S" mint Liberty Seated Half Dollars. Consists of: 1857-S, 1858-S, 1859-S, 1860-S, 1861-S, 1862-S, 1863-S, 1864-S and 1865-S. C...

A group of "P" mint Seated Half Dollars. Consists of: 1853 Arrows, 1854 Arrows, 1855 Arrows, 1856 to 1859, 1861, 1863, 1864 and 1865. Con...

A lot of "P" mint Seated Half Dollars. Consists of: 1866, 1867, 1869, 1870, 1871, 1872, 1873, 1873 arrows, 1874 arrows, 1876 and 1878. Co...

A group of "S" mint Seated Half Dollars. Consists of: 1866-S motto, 1867-S, 1868-S, 1869-S, 1870-S, 1872-S, 1873-S arrows, 1874-S arrows, ...

A group of "P"mint Seated Halves. Consists of: 1840, 1841, 1842, 1843, 1845, 1848, and 1849. Coins srange in grade from Good to Very Fine...

A group of "O" mint Seated Half Dollars. Consists of: 1840-O to 1847-O and 1849-O. Coins grade from Good to Fine, some have been cleaned. ...

A lot of "CC" mint Seated Half Dollars. Consists of: 1871-CC, 1872-CC, 1875-CC, 1876-CC and 1877-CC. Coins grade Good to Very Good. Lot of...

A group of "O" mint Seated Half Dollars. Consists of: 1850-O, 1853-O arrows & rays, 1854-O, 1855-O, 1857-O, 1858-O, 1859-O, 1860-O and...

1892. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck with even toning. Each side displays lovely color that is boosted by frosted mint luster; undiminished, it shimme

1892-O. PCGS graded EF-45. CAC Approved. Lightly toned (PCGS # 6462) . Estimated Value $450 - 500.

1892-S. NGC graded AU-50. Lightly toned. Estimated Value $450 - 500.

1893-S. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. CAC Approved.Toning here and there. Nice reflective surfaces. Barber Halves were minted from 1892 to 1915. Barber halves

1895. NGC graded Proof 68. Star CAC Approved. Magnificent rainbow toning on both sides. A Monster Coin! Only 880 struck. This is a magnificent Proof s

1896. PCGS graded Proof 67 Cameo CAC Approved. A gorgeous creamy-white gem specimen. Only 762 struck. This date is always available in lower Proof gra

1896. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. Frosty with light gold obverse toning. A choice, lustrous coin. Pop 29; 44 finer (PCGS # 6474) . Estimated Value $600 - 6

1897. NGC graded Proof 68 Cameo CAC Approved. A superb glittering white gem. Only 731 minted. An incredibly beautiful Barber half dollar! The heavily

1897-S. NGC graded VG-8. Evenly worn. Estimated Value $140 - 150.

1898. NGC graded AU-50. Nice violet-golden toning on the obverse. Estimated Value $200 - 225.

1899-O. PCGS graded MS-64+ PQ. Lovely blue and golden toning. This 1899-O half is sharper than usual, with extra sharp hair strands including along th

1899-S and 1915-D. Both NGC AU Details. The first, improperly cleaned the second, environmental damage. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $150 - 175.

1901. NGC Unc Details, improperly cleaned. Light gold toning on the obverse. Estimated Value $120 - 130.

1901-S. NGC Unc Details, improperly cleaned. Well struck and quite pleasing overall. Estimated Value $400 - 450.

1906-D. NGC AU Details, obv improperly cleaned. Estimated Value $80 - 90.

1907. PCGS graded AU-58. Frosty and very close to full Mint State (PCGS # 6508) . Estimated Value $225 - 250.

1907-O. PCGS graded MS-63. Lightly toned. Pop 56; 61 finer (PCGS # 6510) . Estimated Value $600 - 650.

1908-O. PCGS graded AU-55. Light golden toning about the borders (PCGS # 6514) . Estimated Value $225 - 250.

1909. NGC graded Proof 61. Light even toning and appears much nicer. Only 650 Proofs struck. Estimated Value $400 - 440.

1909. PCGS graded AU-55. Mostly untoned (PCGS # 6516) . Estimated Value $225 - 250.

1909-S. NGC Unc Details, improperly cleaned. A very pleasing looking coin with violet toning about the borders. Estimated Value $150 - 160.

1910. PCGS graded Proof 63. Well struck with a hint of light toning is noted. Only 551 minted. Pop 53; 86 finer (PCGS # 6557) . Estimated Value $850

1912. PCGS graded EF-40. Evenly toned (PCGS # 6524) . Estimated Value $120 - 130.

1912-D. PCGS graded AU-55. Light golden toning about the borders (PCGS # 6525) . Estimated Value $200 - 225.

1913. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. Lovely light rainbow toning. Only 627 struck. Not only is the 1913 Philadelphia Mint a scarce one in business strike

1913-D. PCGS graded MS-63. CAC Approved. Frosty and mostly untoned. Pop 43; 72 finer (PCGS # 6528) . Estimated Value $500 - 550.

1913-S. PCGS graded AU-58. Well struck with light mottled golden toning (PCGS # 6529) . Estimated Value $250 - 300.

1914. PCGS graded VF-35. Nice even toning. An especially scarce date in much demand in middle to high circulated grades. Pop 11 (PCGS # 6530) . Estim

1915. NGC graded MS-64. A very choice well struck frosty example and creamy white in appearance. Scarce Key Date and quite rare in such high grade. On

A partial collection of Barber Half Dollars. 1893 to 1915-S. The collection will grade AG to Extremely Fine. Many have been cleaned. Includes some of

1916. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ CAC Approved. A gem example displaying brilliant white frosty mint surfaces throughout. In an OGH. Pop 72; 2 in 66+, 4 in 6

1916. PCGS graded MS-63. Attractive blue and gold toning (PCGS # 6566) . Estimated Value $300 - 350.

1916-D. PCGS graded MS-64. A very choice frosty white coin with a touch of tone just starting to form. In an OGH. Pop 464; 227 finer (PCGS # 6567) .

1916-D. PCGS graded MS-62. The obverse displays nice blue and gold toning while the reverse is mostly untoned (PCGS # 6567) . Estimated Value $250 -

1916-S. NGC graded MS-65 CAC Approved. Well struck and frosty throughout. Mostly white with some gold toning about the outer borders. In an old holder

1917. PCGS graded MS-65 CAC Approved. A well struck frosty white gem. In an OGH. Pop 292; 77 finer (PCGS # 6569) . Estimated Value $650 - 700.

1917-D. Mint mark on obverse. NGC graded MS-64 CAC Approved. Lovely multi-color toning graces the borders on both sides. In an old holder. Pop 147; 45

1917-D. Mint mark on reverse. PCGS graded MS-64 CAC Approved. A frosty untoned example and quite choice for the grade. Sharply struck with satiny, mat

1917-D. Mint Mark On Reverse. PCGS graded MS-62 PQ. CAC Approved. Mostly untoned and frosty, with unquestioned beauty from the original surfaces. Only

1917-S. Mint mark on obverse. PCGS graded MS-63. Choice satiny mint surfaces are overlaid with delicate gold and hints of light pastel toning. In an O

1917-S. Mint mark on reverse. NGC graded MS-63 CAC Approved. Softly struck in the centers. The surfaces are nice and frosty and exhibit light gold ton

1917-S. Mint mark on reverse. NGC graded MS-62. Nice light golden toning; smooth as velvet luster over both sides. Estimated Value $425 - 450.

1918. PCGS graded MS-65. An above average strike with lovely frosty undistrubed surfaces; all, overlaid with a hint of light toning. Bid aggressively

1918. PCGS graded MS-64. CAC Approved. Well struck. A nice frosty coin, this is much higher condition than collectors usually encounter; it may be mon

1918-D. NGC graded MS-64. Usual soft strike on Liberty's head with remarkably clear surfaces; all, lightly toned. The year 1918 introduced a des...

1918-S. PCGS graded MS-64 CAC Approved. A splendid Choice Brilliant Uncirculated example with hints of delicate pastel toning on both sides. In an OGH

1918-S. NGC Unc Details, artificial toning. Our grade is MS-63 moreover, we find the soft pastel toning quite attractive and feel it is absolutely ori

1919. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ CAC Approved. A boldly struck blast white gem! A very rare coin in such lofty grade. In an OGH. In addition to being a cond

1919-D. PCGS graded AU-53. A nice totally white coin. Quite rare in full Mint State. Pop 19 (PCGS # 6578) . Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,400.

1920. NGC graded MS-64 CAC Approved. A hint of light golden tone with remarkably clear fields. In an old holder. Pop 240; 40 in 65, 5 in 66. Estimate

1920. PCGS graded MS-63. Grey and dark blue toning on both sides (PCGS # 6580) . Estimated Value $400 - 425.

1920-D. PCGS graded MS-64. A frosty white example. The head is a soft as usual and overall, quite choice. In a 1st generation PCGS holder. With the ch

1920-D. NGC graded MS-64. Mostly untoned with the normal soft strike in the centers. A lustrous near-Gem that is well struck and carefully preserved.