1858 Large Letters Flying Eagle Cent PCGS MS65 (CAC)

In 1858, there was a “large letter” and “small letter” variety produced. An easy way to tell the difference between large-letter and small-letter varieties is to look at the word ‘America’. In the large letter variety, the letters A and M are joined, whereas in the small letter they are not. This coin offered here is the “Large Letter” variety, which is a bit more available than the “Small Letter”. Wonderful bright surfaces are visible on both sides. The strike is strong and marks are minimal. A true beauty!

PCGS Cert #50056803

PCGS / NGC Population: 151/134 Higher: 28/21
CAC Population/Higher: 14/3

Priced at: $4,450.00

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1915 Barber Half Dollar PCGS PR67 (CAC)

The intense toning is the first thing to capture your attention, second, the sharpness in the strike allowing all features of the design to bolding shine through. This is one of only 450 proofs struck in 1915 making this date the second lowest proof in the Barber half dollar series, and if this isn’t enough to entice you, it is one of only 6 coins to receive this grade, with not a single coin finer. This is a breathtaking coin that has it all, a beautiful design, color and rarity!

PCGS Cert #25537003

PCGS / NGC Population: 6/11 Higher: 0/4
CAC Population/Higher: 2/1

Priced at: $16,250.00

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1934-S Peace Dollar PCGS MS64+ (CAC)

Nearing the end of the Peace Dollar that was designed by Anthony De Francisci, an Italian-American sculptor comes this blazing “near gem” example. Phenomenal cartwheel luster intensifies and illuminates the super design features of this example. Not usually the case for most Peace dollars that were produced at the San Francisco mint.

PCGS Cert #24049435

PCGS / NGC Population: 9/0 Higher: 193/84
CAC Population/Higher: 55/34

Priced at: $5,450.00

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Texas 1934 PCGS MS67 + (CAC)

This is the lone example to receive the MS67+ grade from PCGS, with just a single coin finer. Crystal blue centers gently flow to golden glowing rims that glisten with rainbow hues. A delightful treat for the viewer! Always a popular and a beautiful design that was minted 5 years, this 1934 being the inaugural year, which was the only year that the coin was only minted in Philadelphia, the 1935, 1936, 1937 and 1938 were minted at all three mints.

PCGS Cert #25541247

PCGS / NGC Population: 1/0 Higher: 1//1
CAC Population/Higher: 7/0

Priced at: $4,500.00

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1871 Two Cent Piece PCGS PR66RD (CAC)

Tied for the finest known! Breathtaking tones of fiery amber-gold radiate though out the precision like obverse design while warm magenta and emerald green touch the outermost rims. The same tones are seen on the reverse, but they are much more intense. A phenomenal proof Two Cent Piece! The Two Cent Piece has always been in high demand and finding those special pieces with great surfaces, is tough. A great series to collect; the two cent piece only ran for nine years

PCGS Cert #24051530

PCGS / NGC Population: 13/6 Higher: 0/1
CAC Population: 5/0

Priced at: $16,000.00

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1913 Type I Buffalo PCGS PR66 (CAC)

A great “First year of issue” Buffalo Nickel. This is the original design, Type I variety, with the bison on the mound that was modified within the first year to accommodate for the wear on the words “Five Cents” on the reverse. From a mintage of 1520 proofs for the year, this is gorgeous “high-end” example.

PCGS Cert #25589031

PCGS / NGC Population: 93/98 Higher: 49/38
CAC Population: 13/14

Priced at: $5,250.00

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Texas 1935-D PCGS MS67+ (CAC)

The second year of issue for the Texas Commemorative that ran from 1934 to 1938. All years besides the 1934 came from all three mints. 1935 showed the largest mintage with 9996 from Philadelphia, 10,007 from Denver and 10,008 from San Francisco, making this year a great and affordable choice for the 50 piece set. This piece is the lone coin to receive the MS67+ grade from PCGS with a mere four coins higher. Mostly untoned except for the palest tone of gold that touches the upper rims. A beautiful design in stunning condition.

PCGS Cert #25560997

PCGS / NGC Population: 1/2 Higher: 4/7
CAC Population: 59/1

Priced at: $1,350.00

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1909-S Barber Half Dollar PCGS MS66+ (CAC)

Yes, this is a tough coin, PCGS has only graded 1 coin at this level, with 7 examples finer, but this example has much more going for it. The colors that are seen on this Barber are spectacular! Sea-green and aqua blend perfectly on both sides for a visual treat. The strike is impeccable and the fields flawless. A truly original and lovely piece.

PCGS Cert #06626077

PCGS / NGC Population: 1/1 Higher: 7/0
CAC Population/Higher: 3/0

Priced at: $11,250.00

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Delaware 1936 NGC MS67

Gorgeous autumnal toning is displayed on this Delaware Tercentenary Commemorative. Unusually clean for this normally liberally-abraded issue that was minted to celebrate the first settlement by Swedish Colonist in Delaware, in 1638.

NGC Cert #1803804009

PCGS / NGC Population: 72/91 Higher: 0/3
CAC Population/Higher: 10/1

Priced at: $2,850.00

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1787 Connecticut Cent, Mailed Bust Left, Horned, PCGS AU58 (CAC)

In 1785 the state of Connecticut granted the right to strike coins to the foursome of Bishop, Hopkins, Goodrich, and Hillhouse although they probably never actually struck any themselves. As was common practice then, the duty of minting was farmed out to someone else; in this case Broome and Platt (formerly of New York). The dies themselves were probably prepared by Abel Buell, who also produced the dies for the famous Fugio cents of 1787.

This piece is well struck on a terrific planchet (not just for the Connecticut issues, but virtually all Colonials) and sports beautiful light brown to tan surfaces. A perfect example for those wishing to acquire true Americana.

PCGS Cert #12576305

PCGS / NGC Population: 3/3 Higher: 2/2
CAC Population: 1/0

Priced at: $3,450.00

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New Rochelle 1938 PCGS MS67+* (CAC)

A popular commemorative, designed by Gertrude Lathrop, that celebrates the 250th anniversary of New Rochelle, New York. But this example offers more than expected for any color enthusiast. Not just on the obverse but the reverse too, stunning rainbow peripheries frame the centers perfectly. Phenomenal in all areas, clean crisp devices, creamy lustrous fields with gorgeous color: what more can a collector ask for?

PCGS Cert #25542235

PCGS / NGC Population: 0/2 Higher: 2/13
CAC Population: 30/0

Priced at: $9,750.00

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1946-S Walking Liberty Half Dollar PCGS MS67 (CAC)

Sapphire, mint green and amber shadings surround the pristine untoned portrait on this shining short-set premium Gem. The final S-mint Walking Liberty half dollar produced in the San Francisco Mint. Tied for the finest known, but outshines the rest with its glorious color.

PCGS Cert #25554507

PCGS / NGC Population: 26/61 Higher: 0/0
CAC Population: 7/0

Priced at: $5,250.00

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1883-CC Morgan Dollar PCGS MS67+ (CAC)

Here’s an incredible Carson City Morgan Dollar dripping with creamy mint frost. Super clean surfaces are seen on both sides also the cheek is smooth and clean. The 1883-CC has a healthy mintage but finding one in this condition? Not so easy! This is only one of three to receive this grade with only three coins finer.

PCGS Cert #18223787

PCGS / NGC Population: 3/2 Higher: 3/0
CAC Population: 22/0

Priced at: $13,250.00

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1858 Princess Gold Dollar PCGS PR66 Cameo (CAC)

Struck during the first year that the Mint marketed proof coins directly to the public it is a miracle that this piece remains in its current state of preservation. Neither David Akers in his 1975 work on the series, nor Walter Breen in his “Complete Encyclopedia of U.S. and Colonial Coins” gave a concrete number for pieces struck, although Breen did say no more than 10 to 12 were known. In all degrees of proof (regular, cameo, and deep cameo) PCGS has graded a mere 18 pieces, with no way to differentiate any resubmissions. While this is the finest know from a numerical standpoint, there are also 2 lesser specimens in deep cameo (both PR65 and quite possibly the same coin). I have personally seen one, if not both, of them. This coin displays as deep fields and cameo devises as the aforementioned pieces. Virtually un-improvable, with eye appeal off the charts.

PCGS Cert #16291912

PCGS / NGC Population: 1/3 Higher: 0/0
CAC Population/ Higher: 1/0

Priced at: $52,000.00

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1868 Two Cent Piece PCGS PR65RB (CAC)

Bright variations of red and brown flow on both sides of this lovely Two Cent Piece. The surfaces are super clean and the devices are sharply struck. A great date with nice eye-appeal.

PCGS Cert #19764231

PCGS / NGC Population: 39/38 Higher: 8/26
CAC Population: 5/2

Priced at: $1,550.00

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1892 Indian Cent PCGS PR65RB (CAC)

Coming from a small mintage of 2745 comes this lovely Proof Indian Cent. The surfaces on both the obverse and reverse show rich luster, that is highlighted by warm autumnal hues. Even the oak wreath on the reverse is touched with the stunning gold, green and red hues of fall.

PCGS Cert #06644897

PCGS / NGC Population: 61/62 Higher: 11/12
CAC Population: 5/0

Priced at: $2,150.00

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Columbian 1893 PCGS MS66+ (CAC)

A stunning example with vibrant aqua-marine, brilliant amber and honey gold that kiss the peripheries leaving the centers bright and untoned. The coins original designer was to be by U.S.J. Dunbar. His design was based on a portrait painted by Lorenzo Lotto of Columbus in 1512. The U.S. Mint’s Chief Engraver at the time, Charles E. Barber, ignored Dunbar’s design, and instead took on the project, basing his depiction of Columbus from a bust made by artist Olin Levi Warner. With too much opposition regarding the reverse design from expositions officials, Barber delegated the reverse design to assistant director George T. Morgan.

PCGS Cert #25559772

PCGS / NGC Population: 1/1 Higher: 9/21
CAC Population: 34/5

Priced at: $6,250.00

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Scoville Military Buttons

The Scoville Company was founded in 1802 in Waterbury Connecticut and is still in existence today. I did try to contact the company to determine the years these buttons were made, but as yet, have not heard. Looking at the design of the eagle, which is the design from the Capped Bust Half dime minted from 1829 to 1837, one can surmise Pre-Civil War. Below is a bit of Scoville History that I was able to pull off their website:
1802
Scovill was founded in 1802 in Waterbury, CT, when the United States was only 26 years old. The company has survived through peace and war, depression and prosperity. Now on the verge of our third century in business, Scovill is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of apparel and light industrial fasteners.

1825
Scovill’s buttons have adorned many U.S. military uniforms since the war of 1812, but among the most famous pieces produced by Scovill is a set of closures made for General Marquis de LaFayette and presented to him when he visited the U.S. in 1825. These 17 closures featured the head of George Washington and were acclaimed as masterpieces of their time. They were made of solid gold which was obtained from a single nugget unearthed in North Carolina.

Priced at: $1,500.00

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1861 Three Cent Silver PCGS PR66

A desirable and colorful representative of this Civil War date. 1,000 proofs were struck, but thought to have been melted when unsold. This is a tremendous little coin with plenty of punch. Vibrant violet, cobalt blue and petal rose toning only adds to the reflective fields.

PCGS Cert #25562866

PCGS / NGC Population: 4/9 Higher: 3/1
CAC Population/ Higher: 1/1

Priced at: $4,375.00

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1882-S Morgan Dollar PCGS MS67+ (CAC)

The San Francisco Mint was originally opened to serve the gold Mines of California. The Technique used at this mint delivered sharper detail and greater luster than other mints. This 1882-S Morgan is a testament to this. The sharp detail on this coin is enhanced by the glorious toning that was caused by the sulfur that was sprayed on the mint bags to prevent mice from eating the bags.

PCGS Cert #20178641

PCGS / NGC Population: 16/31 Higher: 37/85
CAC Population: 125/16

Priced at: $2,450.00

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