Feb. 16, 2001, The Benson Collection Part 1, Sale 8
Lot 4043
1903-S. MS-60 Plus.
A few trivial handling marks.
Estimated Value $175-225.
Lot 4044
1903-S. EF-45.
Still lustrous and with lovely toning.
Estimated Value $100-115.
Lot 4045
1904-S. MS-60.
This one has surface damage from a coin counting machine, with the stars,
date, and even the upper curls of Liberty showing contact marks. Inspection
recommended.
Estimated Value $600-700.
Purchased from Superior
Galleries, Burghoff Sale, 1/80:759.
Lot 4046
1906. NGC graded
Proof 64 Cameo. A magnificent example of this rare coin, only 85 were
struck and precious few remain in choice grades. This one has the deep watery
fields which reflect every particle of light with their golden mirrors. The
devices are also reflective, but less so than the fields, and are not frosted
as in prior years before the turn of the century. There are some hairlines from
gentle wiping on the surfaces, including some around Liberty's eye where
perhaps a speck of dust was removed a bit too vigorously. Rare and desirable,
and worthy of a top-notch proof gold collection.
Estimated Value
$8,000-10,000.
Lot 4047
1907-D. PCGS graded
MS-66. One of the finest graded of this date, PCGS has only awarded 7 this
grade, with none graded higher. Abundant eye appeal, and mint fresh
luster throughout, with a lovely golden color. Liberty's cheek is exceptional.
Estimated Value $4,000-4,500.
Lot 4048
1907-D. ICG graded
MS-64. With gem appearing surfaces that show few marks from handling. One
thin scratch in front of Liberty's face, which can only be seen at a certain
angle probably accounts for the grade. Satiny luster and highly appealing.
Estimated Value $500-600.
Lot 4049
1908. MS-60 Plus.
Bright and original, with ample luster.
Estimated Value $175-225.
From Superior Stamp & Coin Co, Munoz Collection, 6/79:900.
Lot 4050
1881 to 1902-S. A group of
6. 1881; 1882-S; 1895 (2 pcs); 1900;
1902-S. Coins grade from Very Fine to Extremely Fine. 6 gold
coins.
Estimated Value $500-600.
Lot 4051
1909. MS-60 Plus.
Estimated Value $275-325.
Lot 4052
1909-D. PCGS graded
MS-64. Deep gold color and well struck on all but the highest devices.
Nearly a gem.
Estimated Value $1,800-2,000.
Lot 4053
1909-D. PCGS graded
MS-64. Nice surfaces and well preserved.
Estimated Value $1,800-2,000.
Lot 4054
1909-D. MS-64.
A few minor scuffs here and there, but nice surfaces overall.
Estimated
Value $1,800-2,000.
Lot 4055
1909-D. MS-63.
Nice color and surfaces for this common date.
Estimated Value $600-700.
Lot 4056
1909-D. MS-60 Plus.
Frosty luster and clean surfaces. A common date.
Estimated Value
$300-350.
Lot 4057
1909-D. MS-60.
Estimated Value $200-250.
Lot 4058
1909-D. AU-58.
Lightly cleaned and still lustrous. A touch of wear on the high points.
Estimated Value $175-200.
Lot 4059
1911. PCGS graded
AU-55. A bit of wear on the high points.
Estimated Value $150-175.
Lot 4060
1911-S. EF-40.
Nice and original.
Estimated Value $150-170.
Lot 4061
1913-S. NGC graded
MS-63. Minor handling marks and flashy luster in the fields. We note some
scuffs on the high points. Only 16 graded this high by NGC, with just 2 graded
higher by that service. One of the rare dates and seldom offered in grades even
approaching mint state.
Estimated Value $6,000-7,000.
Lot 4062
1914-D. PCGS graded
MS-64. Although 114 have been graded as such by PCGS, only 10 coins have
been graded higher, so don't expect to locate a better one, at least not at
this price! Hints of orange toning and a small spot on the Indian's chest.
Estimated Value $2,500-3,000.
Lot 4063
1916-S. MS-64.
Satiny luster and well struck, a few trivial ticks on the rims and in the
fields. A scarce date this nice.
Estimated Value $4,000-5,000.
Lot 4064
1908 to 1911-S. A group of
4. Includes 1908, 1909, 1910-S and 1911-S. Coins will grade VF-20 to
VF-30. 4 gold coins.
Estimated Value $500-550.