PCGS #35729. A lovely piece with satiny, deep chocolate brown surfaces. Boldly defined and quite pleasing for the assigned grade, with some neat die clashing. Almost all of the S-78 issues have this same "pitted planchet," as they all came from the same low quality stock from England.
Popular and very scarce double die Lincoln cent with full, bold doubling on the date and obverse lettering. Satiny milk-chocolate surfaces are highlighted with icy-blue and subtle purple toning over both sides. The overall eye appeal is wonderful!
Low mintage trime of just 22,000 coins. The fields are deeply mirrored, as many of this date were struck from retired proof dies. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.
An 1860 date was first punched into the die, after which an 1861 date was punched into the die over the 0. A shockingly beautiful example with colorful hues and soft yet dynamic luster. Only 3 finer at PCGS. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.
Classic key date Barber quarter. One of the 'big 3' keys along with the 1901-S and 1913-S. While plentiful in FR to VG grades, this date is nearly impossible to find in grades as lofty as this lovely XF45. An attractive silvery-gray on the obverse while the reverse remains a much darker clay color, suggesting that this example may have lay in a Whitman album for many decades.
From a mintage of 762 coins struck in proof format, only 5 have been graded finer between both major grading services. Frosty deep cameo devices rise from the watery fields on this pristine black and white example. The eye appeal is unmatched on this deep cameo gem.
A highly attractive piece that features deep orange-gold and bronze toning with no significant marks or luster grazes whatsoever. A natural beauty with a full and crisp strike. Only one finer at PCGS, a MS67+!
Popular key date issue of which many were melted down. This impeccably preserved example features mottled russet toning on the obverse and retains 100% of its "original skin." The luster is absolutely unmatched and glows with dynamic movement as the coin is rotated. No distractions whatsoever and appears to be conservatively graded despite the lofty grade. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.
Deep rainbow tones sweep through the obverse of this attractive super-gem Franklin Half. Fully struck, wonderfully original, and CAC approved. Only 6 finer at PCGS!
Gorgeous mint set toning with a tight band of rainbow tones sweeping around the obverse periphery. Thick mint luster, this superb gem is very choice for the assigned grade. Bested by only three finer examples at PCGS!
Deeply original with complex blues and touches of orange-gold. A smattering of sienna and russet colors also serve to bear witness to the originality of this piece. Despite the complex toning, the luster still beams strong from beneath. A tough date in FBL and bested by none at any grading service! CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.
There may be no better coin of this date/mint in existence. Perfectly preserved, unbroken mint luster and incredible, natural toning featuring deep rainbow highlights. An exciting coin for the refined collection. From a population of 13 at PCGS and none finer!
Alluring shades of orange and green intermingle with deep neon bands of rainbow color at the rims. A full and crisp strike throughout with no flaws or distractions. Clearly and easy decision for CAC.
Amazing, complex rainbow toning throughout. While 67+ examples do come to the market with some regularity, not all have the charm of this one. PCGS pop 24 with none finer, but not all are CAC approved like this gem.
A low pop finest known with only 5 examples surviving in this lofty grade yet only one other having received the CAC seal of approval. This is arguably the finest known example. Shockingly beautiful rainbow toning that is predominantly olive-gold in appearance. The striking detail is full and the eye appeal is off the charts!
An unmarked, shockingly beautiful example featuring full mint bloom and no marks worth mentioning. Rich orange-golden color blends beautifully with softer olives tones on the obverse while the reverse is nearly untoned. CAC has not approved the lone 67, making this arguably one of the finest known in existence.
PCGS #40022. Large eagle Bust dollar type coin with the date widely spaced with the 8 touching the bust. Evenly worn surfaces are uniformly coated in a charming golden-grey patina.
PCGS 40057. Large eagle Bust dollar type coin. Bold VF detail can be seen throughout and pleasing surfaces showcase rich, original color. A couple of stray marks on the obverse are toned in and well hidden.
Popular millennial issue Bust dollar, much tougher than the 1798-1799 issues of this type.
Popular and scarce late-issue Bust dollar, much tougher than the 1798-1799 issues of this type. Wonderful underlying luster and rose-gold and sky blue tones make for lovely eye appeal. Boldly defined despite it's time in circulation, this would make a great type example.
First year issue with the Motto added. Only 725 proofs struck, very few of which retain their originality. This example, while presenting slate and battleship gray when viewed straight-on, pops with mottled blues and greens when tilted in direct light. CAC approved for quality and eye appeal.
Stunning cameo example from a mintage of 865 coins. Untoned save for a light tough of palest gold along the rims, the mirrors are deep and the contrast is sharp. The 1873-78 Trade dollar proofs are much scarcer than the 1880-83 (proof only) issues and are much harder to find.
The 1895 is generally considered the set-stopping date to a complete Morgan set. Mintage of only 880 coins and no business strikes were issued of this date making it especially desirable for collectors. Here we have the single lowest graded PCGS example, complete with the CAC seal of approval. Mild dove-gray toning throughout, with flashes of perfectly natural, dirty gray-green when tilted in direct light. Several rim bruises on the reverse are present, but not heavy in nature. Likely someone's pocket-piece that they carried around for decades to show off to their friends; now carefully preserved for the collector community.
A pretty golden patina graces both sides of this spectacular gem proof morgan. From a mintage of 731 coins struck in proof format. Very little haze and a nice golden sheen throughout.
Tough date from a mintage of just 18,140. Nice definition and golden-brown and orange toning can be seen throughout. Showcasing several heavy die cracks including the "bridle" vertical die crack through the eagle's beak, and a bisecting obverse die crack between 2 and 8 o'clock which identifies this as the HM-1 die pair.
Impeccably preserved with no visible abrasions or bag marks! Vibrant mint luster, amazing technical quality and original eye appeal. An easy decision for CAC.
Mintage of 441,760 coins. Outstanding luster and eye appeal for the grade. Quite stunning in-hand! (For accuracy, the lower obverse edge of the holder has a small chip, though the integrity of the holder remains intact).
PCGS #87998. A visually stunning piece, tied for finest known prooflike example with just two other PCGS examples. Struck from fresh dies the reflectivity beams boldly from both straw-golden sides. Distraction free, though a strike-though is noted between the D in UNITED and the first S in STATES. The overall eye appeal is lovely!
From a low mintage of 32,488 pieces, the 1807 Turban Head Half Eagle is the final year of the type. A healthy amount of retained, undisturbed luster remains around the peripheral letters and stars, which also display some mild orange hues. A generally well-struck example with only slight weakness on the eagles breast feathers.