Feb. 16, 2001, The Benson Collection Part 1, Sale 8

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United States Gold Coins

U S $2.50 Gold

Lot 3960
1902. MS-63. This one is sharply struck and lustrous. A few handling marks from perfection.
Estimated Value $400-450.

Lot 3961
1903. PCGS graded MS-63. Satiny luster and well struck. One light toning spot on the lower reverse.
Estimated Value $400-425.

Lot 3962
1903. NGC graded MS-63. A very appealing coin, there are a couple of minor ticks on Liberty's cheek, and another above her head.
Estimated Value $350-400.

Lot 3963
1904. PCGS graded AU-58. This one must have slipped into circulation for a very brief time, bright luster and sharply struck.
Estimated Value $175-200.

Lot 3964
1904. AU-58. Lightly cleaned with resulting hairlines and retoned to a flashy gold color. Excellent surfaces and otherwise appealing.
Estimated Value $175-200.

Lot 3965
1905. MS-63. A choice coin that boasts mint-fresh luster and a sharp strike. Only a few minor scuffs from gem.
Estimated Value $400-450.

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1906. PCGS graded MS-65. This is a wonderful gem example of this date! The surfaces are pristine, and show very few signs of handling, and the color is a lovely golden yellow. If you need a gem, then take a look at this splendid coin.
Estimated Value $900-950.

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1907. PCGS graded MS-65. This gem example is toned with brilliant copper shades over yellow. A couple of scuffs from perfection, but very nice indeed. Sharply struck, of course.
Estimated Value $900-950.

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Lot 3968
1907. PCGS graded MS-63. Frosty and bright and well struck too. A choice coin.
Estimated Value $400-450.

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1908. NGC graded MS-65. About as nice as this date is usually found, only a handful are graded higher. First year of issue and certain to please the fastidious collector. Boldly struck and well preserved, with clean fields, rims and devices.
Estimated Value $1,600-1,800.

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1908. PCGS graded MS-65. A beautiful gem example of this first year of issue date. Splendid quality, and just the right coin for a type or date collector.
Estimated Value $1,600-1,800.

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1908. PCGS graded MS-65. With a blush of gold toning on both sides over the lustrous fields. Scarce in full gem condition.
Estimated Value $1,600-1,800.

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1908. PCGS graded MS-65. Clean fields and devices, with just a few bag scrapes in the fields.
Estimated Value $1,600-1,800.

Lot 3973
1908. MS-64. Nearly a gem with flashy luster and well struck devices. There is a minor scratch hidden on Liberty's cheek.
Estimated Value $500-750.

Lot 3974
1908. MS-60 Plus. Nice yellow gold color and with clean fields.
Estimated Value $200-250.

Lot 3975
1912. MS-63. Nice surfaces.
Estimated Value $350-400.
Ex: Superior Galleries, 2/81:942.

Lot 3976
1913. MS-60.
Estimated Value $150-170.

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1914. MS-63. Nice surfaces and luster for the grade assigned, especially on the obverse.
Estimated Value $1,500-1,700.

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1925-D. NGC graded MS-65. This is the most common date in gem, but its still scarce, with only 240 so graded by NGC. Pristine surfaces and excellent mint color throughout.
Estimated Value $1,500-1,700.

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1925-D. NGC graded MS-65. Brilliant and well struck, this coin is a true gem. Excellent surfaces and quality.
Estimated Value $1,500-1,700.

Lot 3980
1926. MS-60. There is a minor scratch in the upper reverse field.
Estimated Value $175-200.

Lot 3981
1926. MS-60. Lustrous.
Estimated Value $150-175.

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1927. PCGS graded MS-65. Deep gold color on the obverse and reverse. One minor scratch through STAT.
Estimated Value $1,500-1,700.

Lot 3983
1927. MS-60 Plus.
Estimated Value $175-225.
Ex: Superior Galleries, 4/80:600.

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1928. NGC graded MS-65. Can you say gem? Here is a lovely example that will enhance a date set. Far better surfaces than usually encountered.
Estimated Value $1,500-1,700.

Lot 3985
1928. MS-60 Plus. Nice color and surfaces.
Estimated Value $175-225.
From Superior Stamp & Coin Co, 6/79:824.

Lot 3986
1929. PCGS graded MS-63. Copper spots on the obverse, and very appealing. Flashy.
Estimated Value $400-450.

Lot 3987
1908 to 1929. Complete Indian Quarter Eagle Set. This set grades EF to Uncirculated. It includes the rare 1911-D that shows light circulation and a delicate rose gold color on both sides. Mounted in a white Capital Plastics style holder. Lot of 15 coins.
Estimated Value $3,000-4,000.

Lot 3988
1909 to 1928. A group of 8. Includes: 1909 (2 pcs); 1911; 1912; 1913 (2 pcs); 1915; 1928. Coins grade Very Fine to Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $800-900.

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