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Session Three - Tuesday, January 27, 2015, 5:00 pm
1983
1902-S
.
PCGS graded MS-63.
CAC APPROVED.
Well
defined with deep reddish-golden color and just a few small
marks and hairlines. (
PCGS # 8406
)
Estimated Value ................................................... $500 - 525
L
OVELY
G
EM
C
AMEO
P
ROOF
1903 H
ALF
E
AGLE
Enlargement
1984
1903
.
PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo
. A glittering lightly patinated Gem Proof specimen with a natural toning spot at the center of the
reverse. This is mentioned mainly for future identification purposes. Only 154 proofs minted and few remain today exhibiting the beauty of
this specimen. Both sides exhibit bright and highly reflective yellow-gold with hints of orange toning, especially on the obverse in a mottled
fashion. The deeply mirrored fields have some "orange-peel" ripple, and the cameo motifs combine to produce extreme contrasting beauty.
(Beginning in 1902, the sunken parts of the dies were also polished by mint employees, and frosted cameos, such as this lot, from this era are
seldom available.) We heartily concur here that survivors from the proof mintage of 154 pieces are hard-pressed to equal the beauty of the
present Cameo Proof 66 coin. Indeed, the PCGS grading service has certified only four finer proofs of the date. This prestigious Gem is both
exciting and enchanting when beheld in person. We encourage all interested parties, even those who do not buy proof Liberty gold, to enjoy
a casual moment visualizing this lovely Gem.
Pop 1; 4 finer, 2 in 67, 2 in 67+.
(
PCGS # 88498
)
Estimated Value ........................................................................................................................................................... $40,000 - 45,000
1985
1903-S
.
PCGS graded MS-66
. Exceptional quality for this
Liberty half eagle, with satiny orange-gold luster in the fields
and devices on each side. Sharply struck and carefully pre-
served since the time of issue, as most examples show ample
signs of handling, circulation, or damage. A delight for the type
or date specialist who demands the finest quality.
Pop 17; 2
finer in 66+.
(
PCGS # 8408
)
Estimated Value ..............................................$4,000 - 4,250
