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ELECT
P
ROOF
1840 S
EATED
D
OLLAR
1532
1840
.
PCGS graded Proof 63
. Lovely sunset-golden ton-
ing overlays each side in a slightly irregular fashion. A rarity
from the premier year of the series, though a few more
examples may have been struck in the proof format owing
to the date's status as first-ever of the design type, espe-
cially when compared to other dates of the era. Collectors
and Mint officials may have placed a great deal of signifi-
cance on this initial issue. Information at the PCGS Popula-
tion Report website estimates that 15 to 20 examples are
known in Proof, but curiously, the combined total for NGC
and PCGS-certified proof examples in Proof 60 or finer is 43
pieces. We suspect numerous examples have been resub-
mitted to these two grading services for possible upgrades,
for in our experience, the date is far more rare than the
combined total suggests. A pleasing example overall, one
that should be seen to be appreciated.
Pop 9; 3 finer, 2
in 64, 1 in 65
. (
PCGS # 6981
)
Estimated Value .................................... $20,000 - 22,000
1533
1842
.
NGC graded AU-53
. Blended shades of dove-gray and
lilac toning blanket the lightly abraded surfaces of this AU spec-
imen. The well-detailed design elements show a light amount of
wear on each side.
Estimated Value ................................................... $750 - 800
1534
1845
.
NGC graded EF-45
. Mostly untoned.
Estimated Value ................................................... $750 - 800
1535
1846-O
.
PCGS graded AU-53
. An untoned appearance over-
all greets the viewer of this lightly circulated example. Most
design features are bold, with a touch of softness noted at Lib-
erty's head and several of the obverse stars. Notable as the first
silver dollar issue struck at the New Orleans Mint. Only 59,000
pieces were struck.
Pop 20; 62 finer.
(
PCGS # 6933
)
Estimated Value ..............................................$1,200 - 1,300
H
IGH
G
RADE
1853 S
EATED
D
OLLAR
1536
1853
.
PCGS graded MS-64 PQ.
CAC APPROVED.
A
Choice example with satiny surfaces and thick luster. A light
amount of antique-golden patina is noted over each side.
Liberty and the eagle have managed to survive in a near-
unmarked condition with just a few microscopic abrasions
on her figure. A single lateral milling mark is in the field
between stars 3 and 4, the only characteristic keeping this
beauty from Gem status. Popular as a type coin due to the
ability to locate Mint State examples but we note there are
not enough fresh and appealing specimens, such as this
piece, out there to satisfy demand. Only 46,110 examples
were minted.
Pop 16; 4 finer
. (
PCGS # 6941
)
Estimated Value .................................... $18,000 - 20,000
