Legend Rare Coin Auction's Regency Auction 26

LOT 633 50C 1942-S PCGS MS66+ CAC Pearly, frosted luster blooms on both the obverse and reverse of this impressive GEM. A light dusting of pastel patina and a crisply struck design comes together to present a wonderful eye appeal. PCGS 637, NGC 188, CAC 188. In MS66+ there are 80 reported on the PCGS Pop Report and 7 at NGC. The most recent PCGS MS66+ CAC coin to sell in auction realized $2,233 in the 2017 ANA auction and the current CU value is $1,500. Any PCGS coin graded finer will cost $28,000+! PCGS# 6617 | ESTIMATE: $1,800+LOT 63450C 1943 PCGSMS68 CACOMG! Whata deathdefying ULTRAHigh-endMONSTER! Itwas a crimethat PCGS didnot grade thiscoin an MS68+.We just cannotfigure theirreasoning.Insane surfacesare absolutelyflawless and aresuper smooth.You will never see a more perfect right obverse field then what this coin has. A tremendous unbroken luster screams fromall over. This is a coin that once you pick it up you can’t stop twirling it. A thunderous crescent of totally original forestgreen/gold/reddish gold hugs parts of the peripheries all over. Miss Liberty and every detail are so sharply struck they standout looking sculpted. The eye appeal is crazy! Your jaw will drop and lock- just like ours did!PCGS 10, NGC 19, CAC 5. The last PCGS CAC piece to sell in auction brought $21,150 08/2015. Legend Numismaticscurrently has a really nice piece that it wants $20,500 for. We’ve seen many SUPERB GEM 1943 Walkers andunhesitatingly say this coin blows all others away. If you seek the ultimate in color and quality, this is a piece you “mustsee” and “must have” for your collection.PCGS# 6618 | ESTIMATE: $15,000+ 299

LOT 635 50C 1943-S PCGS MS65 While not a rare date, has magnificent toning on both sides. The obverse deeply toned with rings of every color of the spectrum converging into the center where teal, rose, and burnt orange tones blend. The reverse has a mostly brilliant silver center with deep violet, magenta, gold, and crimson at the peripheries. This kind of color would be quite rare on a Morgan dollar; on a Walker--the rarity is off the charts! Good luck! PCGS# 6620 | ESTIMATE: $3,000+ LOT 636 50C 1944 PCGS MS67 CAC A remarkable, intensely and beautifully toned SUPERB GEM 1944 Walker! Emerald-green, fiery magenta-red, and sunset orange-gold blend together beautifully across the well struck obverse. The reverse is a stark contrast, being blast white and totally untoned. The eye appeal is SUPERB in every way! PCGS 125, NGC 98, CAC 81. Two years ago, this SUPERB GEM sold for $7,050 in auction--a testament to the amazing eye appeal. Toss out any pricing info and if you collect the FINEST of toned Walkers, just keep your paddle raised until this prize is hammered down to you! PCGS# 6621 | ESTIMATE: $7,000+ LOT 637 50C 1946 PCGS MS67 CAC A SUPERB, well struck late date Walker that displays a fresh, frosty satin luster. A tinge of rainbow toning at IBER on the obverse adds to the already huge eye appeal! PCGS 74, NGC 47, CAC 34. The most recent coin to sell was the Duckor coin in the recent FUN auction that realized $1,800 and it did not have the wonderful accent of color on the obverse. Only five coins are finer, all 67+. Bound for a very carefully selected set of Walkers--good luck. PCGS# 6627 | ESTIMATE: $1,400+300

LOT 638 LOT 639 50C 1940 PCGS PR67 CAC 50C 1940 PCGS PR67+ CAC Rich, watery, reflective mirrors beam from both sides. The A beautiful, very high-end SUPERB GEM. Brilliant, waterydelicate pastel iridescence is seen in the fields adding to the mirrors gleam on both sides. A delicate iridescent gold and pale silver/white graces both sides attesting to this visual allure. coin’s originality. PCGS 353, NGC 360, CAC 163. The most recent example to sell in auction realized $852 in February 2018 and the PCGS 376, NGC 364, CAC 163. The current Collector’s current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $850. VERY Universe value is $1,050 and this coin could easily exceed SCARCE any finer! that! RARE any finer! PCGS# 6640 | ESTIMATE: $700+ PCGS# 6640 | ESTIMATE: $1,000+ LOT 640 50C 1941 PCGS PR68+ CAC There are no words to describe how wild the WOW factor is here! Of the thousands of Proof Walkers that exist, this coin is by far one the VERY BEST in terms of color, quality and eye appeal. BOTH PCGS and CAC agree! Glassy, deep mirrors beam boldly from all over. The mirrors are not just clean, they are flawless. They have great clarity and reflection. Mother Nature could not have created a more killercoloration. Incredible and totally original tissue paper type colors of gold/golden brown/violet/amber/pearl green and blue swirl all over. Miss Liberty and every detail are needle sharp in strike and stand out. The eye appeal is not only jaw dropping but is one you will never forget!PCGS 68, NGC 84, CAC 28. PCGS has graded NONE higher. NO PCGS CAC pieces in PR68 + have ever been sold via auction. We can not imagine this exquisite masterpiece not setting a record price with furious bidding. Be prepared! PCGS# 6641 | ESTIMATE: $15,000+ 301

LOT 641 LOT 642 50C 1948-D PCGS MS66+ FBL CAC 50C 1949-D PCGS MS66 FBL CAC An impressively toned and marvelously preserved GEM Here is a dramatically toned PQ GEM example of a date Franklin with a bold eye appeal. Rich golden-orange hues that very infrequently appears in auction in such high grade. dominate over smooth, lustrous surfaces. Dappled orange-tan-gold patina on the obverse is amplified by a brilliant underlying luster. Impressive quality and eye appeal! PCGS 260, NGC 54, CAC 73. In 66+ FBL, there are 29 graded at PCGS and 8 at NGC. The most recent PCGS/ PCGS 79, NGC 5, CAC 22. There are 9 coins graded finer, all CAC example sold for $1,058 and the current CU value is MS66+ FBL. The most recent MS66 FBL CAC sold for $1,528, listed at $1,250. Keep in mind that in 67, the value jumps but every example prior to that sold for between $3,738 and $8,695! With this coin’s impressive look, it should surpass the dramatically, by a factor of five or more! CU value of $1,200 pretty quickly and easily. PCGS# 86652 | ESTIMATE: $900+ PCGS# 86654 | ESTIMATE: $1,250+ LOT 643 LOT 644 50C 1950 PCGS MS66 FBL 50C 1950 PCGS MS66+ FBL CAC We are not sure why CAC did not “bean” this beauty! Boldly A beautifully toned example that is well struck, lustrous and lustrous fields have brilliant rolling cartwheels. Both the obverse and reverse are framed with a band of rainbow exceptionally eye appealing. toning. Unbelievable eye appeal for the date and grade. PCGS 335, NGC 60, CAC 82. In MS66+ FBL, PCGS has PCGS 295, NGC 59. With a coin like this, with its seductive graded 38 and only 20 finer. The current Collector’s Universe eye appeal and quality, you can just toss out your price value is listed at $1,150 and worthy of a premium bid! guides and ignore most of the APRs. You will be hard pressed to find another with such a lovely look. PCGS# 6614 | ESTIMATE: $2,600+ PCGS# 86656 | ESTIMATE: $800+302

LOT 645 LOT 646 50C 1952 PCGS MS66+ FBL CAC 50C 1954-S PCGS MS66+ FBL CAC Tied for second finest graded at PCGS, both sides show a Another coin that is just under the highest graded, indeed, strong luster and boast totally original Mint Set toning. The PCGS has graded just three coins finer as MS67 FBL. This 66+ FBL has a great look, boldly toned from original mint set eye appeal is spectacular! holder storage. Well struck with a glowing satin gleam thatPCCS 409, NGC 123, CAC 113. In 66+ FBL, the populations brings the colors all together. are as follows PCGS 34, NGC 3, and 28 coins are finer at PCGS, all MS67 FBL. The current PCGS value is $750 and PCGS 177, NGC 13, CAC 33. Only 21 have been graded 66+ FBL at PCGS, and the most recent example sold for $1,800due to this coin’s SUPERB look we think it will bring a VERY in January 2018. The current PCGS Price Guide assigns an STRONG price when bidding ends. estimated value of $2,820 and 67 FBL will cost in excess of $12,500. This beauty will certainly attract attention from PCGS# 86661 | ESTIMATE: $700+ advanced Collector’s who do not want to spend five figures. Good luck. PCGS# 86669 | ESTIMATE: $1,500+ LOT 647 LOT 648 50C 1950 PCGS PR67+ CAC 50C 1952 PCGS PR68 CACAmong the FINEST GRADED 1950 proof half dollars, bested WOW! Both sides of this highly reflective SUPERB GEM are by only a single PR68 in the non-CAM designation. sheer perfection! Tied for FINEST non-Cameo graded at PCGS. Deep beaming mirrored fields have a very bold, chrome like Totally clean, deeply reflective mirrors beam from all over. reflectivity. The eye appeal is amazing.The surfaces are free of any distracting marks, toning or haze PCGS 4, NGC 80, CAC 8. No PCGS-graded PR68 has ever that is often seen on these early proof Franklins. sold in auction. An NGC PR68* sold in September 2013 for $2,585 and PCGS PR68 CAM CAC sold for $13,200 inPCGS 117, NGC 239, CAC 52. Only 6 have graded 67+ andthere is a single PR68 finer in the designation. The last PCGS September 2017. This marvelous coin will likely sell in excess of the $3,500 value PCGS estimates. Bound for one of the top coin was not CAC approved and realized $4,700 in June2016. The current PCGS Price is listed at $6,500 and keep in ranking sets of Proof Franklin halves. mind that the sole PR68 is worth $23,000 or more! PCGS# 6693 | ESTIMATE: $3,000+ PCGS# 6691 | ESTIMATE: $4,500+ 303

LOT 649 LOT 650 50C 1952 PCGS PR67 CAM CAC 50C 1969-D PCGS MS67 With only 10 finer in the CAMEO designation, this SUPERB A SUPERB example, bested by only a single coin at PCGS. GEM has a lot to offer. Ultra reflective, watery textured Totally original toning covers highly lustrous surfaces. The mirrors beam from all over, contrasting nicely against the surfaces are free of any distracting marks or ticks, and overall frosty devices. The beaming mirrors are blinding in the the eye appeal is very high-end for a type that rarely comes light-get out your sunglasses! so fine! PCGS 77, NGC 105, CAC 54. The current CU value is PCGS 20, NGC 10. There is only a single 67+ finer. The most $2,100 and the last one to sell was not CAC-approved recent PCGS coin sold for $1,880 in February 2017 and the and realized $3,819 in February 2018. Only 10 are finer. current Collector’s Universe value is $2,750. For the Registry collector of JFK half dollars, they do not come much finer! Certainly a remarkable coin for the finest of CAM Franklin sets. Good luck! PCGS# 86652 | ESTIMATE: $1,750+ PCGS# 6712 | ESTIMATE: $1,800+ LOT 651 OUR ESTIMATES 50C 1923-S MONROE. PCGS MS65 We have not seen such a captivating toned Monroe like this The estimates you see published in this catalog are in years. The images will speak for themselves. based on HAMMER. Keep in mind that a coin could be either low or high end for the grade, have stunning color Technically, the coin is all there and then some. Overall, or be dull, all of which radically affect a coin’s value. the surfaces are clean and smooth. The obverse has a jaw Yes, there can be huge price differences within a grade, dropping mix of original blue/reddish gold/green//amber colors that can be seen from yards away. If this were a toned and we offer estimates as a guide so Collector’s can Morgan, we’d rank this coin a 9+ on our 1-10 scale (10 is the have a better idea of value. One thing we will never do best). The reverse has some bold rims colors. is offer low ball estimates in order to claim stronger sales. If you buy wildly toned Commems, this Monroe is Mother Nature’s masterpiece! We expect it to realize a record price. These published estimates represent what Legend Rare Coin Auctions determines to be an approximate high PCGS# 9333 | ESTIMATE: $3,000+ wholesale value for the coin. The numbers are based upon current market values, similar trades, auction prices, published prices, and a consideration of the coin’s quality. There is no guarantee that the estimated prices are minimums or are exactly what you can expect to get if you attempt to resell them wholesale. We always advise you to view the coins you are interested in and calculate what you’ll pay using as much information as possible. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask us. We are here to help you!304

LOT 65250C 1938 NEW ROCHELLE. PCGS SP67+ CACThese are just so cool! During the production run, mintemployees struck 50 examples on specially polishedplanchets after polishing the dies, similar to the processfor making Proof coins; what keeps them from being fullPROOFS, is that each coin was struck only once, ratherthan two or more times as required for striking proofs. Asexpected for the lofty 67+ grade level, this coin has nohairlines, ticks, marks or carbon spotting. The strike is fulland the fields beam with ultra bold reflectivity and displayrich, fully PL mirrors. To say the eye appeal is SUPERB is ahuge understatement!PCGS 11, NGC 4, CAC 9. Only 2 are graded SP67+ andthere is only one SP68 finer. We sold a PCGS SP67+ CAC inour October 2017 Regency Auction XXIII for $19,975. Thecurrent PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $17,000. Theseare very rare and usually see very active bidding when theyare called to the auction block. We expect strong bidding forthis uber-GEM example!PCGS# 99335 | ESTIMATE: $16,000+ 305

LOT 653 50C 1937-D OREGON. PCGS MS66+ CAC Rich and totally original toning dominates both the obverse and reverse of this sharply struck SUPERB Gem Oregon. The obverse has a target pattern toning with the center displaying a bold coppery- carmine and surrounded by deep eggplant-purple, cobalt-slate, and indigo coloration. The reverse shows similar hues, with some additional olive and rose accents. The eye appeal is strong and totally unique. PCGS 1296, NGC 926, CAC 211. There are 38 66+ graded at PCGS, 13 at NGC. Here is monster toner commemorative half that the price guides and APRs will prove completely useless. We do expect fierce bidding competition for this one! Good luck! PCGS# 9347 | ESTIMATE: $2,000+ LOT 654 50C 1915-S PANAMA- PACIFIC. PCGS MS67+ CAC An outstanding Pan-Pac half--one of the finest we have handled, and a near twin to the beautiful SUPERB coin we sold in July 2017 that was described as: “Deep, original iridescent toning graces both sides of this SUPERB GEM Pan Pac half. Flawless surfaces show off a brilliant satin luster that glows through the toning and in between the details of the fully struck devices.” PCGS 106, NGC 62, CAC 62. There are 19 coins that have been graded MS67+ at PCGS, with a mere four coins graded MS68 finer. The above cited SUPERB GEM we sold in our July 2017 Regency Sale brought $9,988 and the current Collector’s Universe value is listed at $12,500--higher than the $10,000 that was listed when we cataloged that other coin. We do expect this coin to sell for a very strong price, and keep in mind that if you can even find a 68, it would cost $30,000+! This coin is bound for a SUPERB collection of classic commemoratives. PCGS# 9357 | ESTIMATE: $9,000+306

LOT 655 LOT 656 50C 1936 RHODE ISLAND. NGC MS66 PL CAC 50C 1936-D RHODE ISLAND. PCGS MS68 CAC Brilliant and flashy! Clearly this GEM was struck from an Building a high grade, high-end, beautiful toned Commem early, highly polished pair of dies that shows a nearly fullreflection on both sides. Sharply struck on both sides, a real set? If you so, this will be your Rhode Island! prize for the advanced commemorative collector. Technically, we grade this coin an MS69. Clearly, it sat PCGS 0, NGC 11. Three are no auction records for a PL undisturbed and probably was never touched since it left MS66. We sold an NGC MS65 PL CAC in our Regency the Mint. We can’t imagine cleaner or more satiny smoothAuction 25, but this coin is certainly of much higher quality! surfaces. The luster is really strong and beams boldly from all over. A sensational ring of reddish gold/pale green/amber PCGS# 999999 | ESTIMATE: $1,500+ frames the peripheries all over. The centers are a lilac/creamy white color. This is a very lively coin. All of the details are really sharply struck and show no softness. The eye appeal is gorgeous! PCSG 26, NGC 5, CAC 10. The last piece to sell in auction brought $5,040 March of 2018. This coins is far more colorful than the piece that just sold. We expect strong bidding here from the toned Commem lovers. Be ready! PCGS# 9364 | ESTIMATE: $4,500+ LOT 657 50C 1936 WISCONSIN. PCGS MS68+ CAC This coin actually borders MS69! Really! There is one microscopic hidden tick on the obverse. The surfaces are pristine. A full booming luster can be seen from feet away. Mother Nature with some aid of the cardboard holder this coin was stored in, created an awesome color mix. Totally original shades of reddish gold/green/amber/ deep violet sparkle from all over. All of the details are sharply struck and stand out. The eye appeal is tremendous!PCGS 34, NGC 43, CAC 24. The last PCGS CAC MS68+ to sell in auction brought $17,625 01/2015. These certainly do not appear with any frequency. This coin will be a grand highlight of ANY GEM Type or complete 144 piece Commem set. PCGS# 9447 | ESTIMATE: $14,000+ 307

LOT 658 50C 1946-S BOOKER T WASHINGTON PCGS MS68 CAC We could not believe our eyes when we saw this coin. We unhesitatingly pronounce this piece the FINEST 1946S BTW that exists! Our sister company Legend Numismatics has handled many of world’s best toned Commems and paid zoo money for them. This is one date and grade they have never seen. Plus, they have NEVER seen an BTW as wildly toned. In our opinion, PCGS should have graded this coin a + (we make no guarantees). We could never even imagine a finer piece existing. Obviously this coin sat in its cardboard holder until recently. For 72 years it was never touched or messed with. We have looked this coin over and over and have found ZERO imperfections of ANY size.The colors are totally original and are beyond amazing. Electric fiery violet red/pearl green/gold/amber swirl wildly on the obverse. The reverse has the same colors only a little less vibrant. Most important every detail is pinpoint sharp in strike. The eye appeal of this coin is not only memorable, but is incredible! If this were a Morgan Dollar, we’d have put it in our Northern Lights Collection where it would have been one of the BEST period. We rank the colors on this coin a full 11- yes 11 on our 1-10 color scale (10 is the best). That is how wild this coin’s is. PCGS 4, NGC 11, CAC 6. NO PCGS MS68’s have been sold at auction. The current Collector’s Universe Value is a measly $8,000. We can see NON Commem Collector’s chasing this coin because of its out of this world beauty. We expect full beyond Mars money price to be realized here. PCGS# 9406 | ESTIMATE: $10,000+ LOT 659 1925 NORSE MEDAL. THICK. PCGS MS66+ CAC Among the absolute FINEST Thick Planchet Norse-American medals that has ever been graded by PCGS. Initially proposed to be a half dollar, Congress could not pass the required legislation to get the a coin struck to honor the centennial of the settlement of Norwegian immigrants in the Midwest. Instead, legislation passed to strike medals in commemoration. Because of their relation to the classic commemorative series, this medal has nearly ALWAYS been included in sets. This one is very well struck with full definition on both sides, and awash in deep crimson, scarlet, and aubergine toning. Clearly a SUPERB GEM that was let to rest unmolested for ages prior to certification. PCGS 51, NGC 37, CAC 30. There are only four in MS66+ and there is only a single MS67 finer. This near POP TOP example is among the most beautiful examples of the Thick Planchet we have EVER seen! The price guides and auction comps are totally useless for a SUPERB GEM of this magnitude! PCGS# 9347 | ESTIMATE: $4,500+308

LOT 660 1925 NORSE-MEDAL, THIN. PCGS MS66 CAC Struck in 1925 to commemorate the arrival of 53 Norwegian immigrants one hundred years earlier, the Philadelphia mint struck these as medals, since a commemorative coin act did not pass Congress. (However, this medal, in its three standard varieties: Thick planchet silver (mintage 33,750); Thin planchet silver, as here (mintage 6,000); and gold (mintage 100)). With the much lower mintage, the Thin Planchet variety is much more elusive in such lofty states of preservation. Popularly collected alongside the 144-set of commemorative half dollars, in fact we have seen contemporary coin albums (Library of Coins, Wayte Raymond, and the like) with an octagonal opening to include this medal with the half dollars. The presently offered premium quality GEM has a lovely old tone with shades of lilac-teal, amber-rose, and slate-blue that evenly coat both obverse and reverse. Well struck and beautifully preserved, this Norse medal is one of the FINEST graded, and there is no doubt as to why! PCGS 16, NGC 6, CAC 13. None are graded any finer at either service. There is a wide range of APRs in recent times, there was a monster that sold for $19,388 in April 2016 and other PCGS/CAC examples have sold for as much as $18,800. The most recent one did not have the attractive eye appeal of the present piece, and one sold in July 2017 for $9,106. For the advanced commemorative half dollar collector who needs an example of this low mintage medal, you will not find a higher graded piece. PCGS# 9451 | ESTIMATE: $8,000+LOT 661$2.50 1926 SESQUICENTENNIAL. PCGSMS66+What an impressive, superb GEMquality Sesqui quarter eagle! A brilliantsatin luster blooms from all over, andit amplifies the sharply struck designelements. A medium orange golden-glowshows some areas of toning, and onlyunder the magnification of a strong loupecan you see any tiny ticks. The eye appeal,as you might expect is incredible!PCGS 186, NGC 107. PCGS has gradedonly half a dozen in 66+ and a meresingle coin finer! The last example to sell in auction realized $19,200 in the 2018 FUN auction (was CAC). A non CACcoin sold in the 2016 ANA auction for $14,100. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $16,500. The single MS67graded finer has not sold in auction, making this one of the FINEST available for purchase. A real prize for the advanced goldcommemorative coin collector.PCGS# 7466 | ESTIMATE: $11,000+ 309

LOT 662 $5 1850 MOFFAT. PCGS XF45 CAC K-7. Totally different that what you normally see in the market today! Unfortunately, over the years, too many of these privately produced territorial or pioneer issues have been conserved and stripped of all originality. The presently offered CHOICE XF is deeply toned with deep, olive and violet overtones on both the obverse and reverse, the type seen from years stored in a leather pouch. Somewhat weakly struck on the hair curl above the ear, as normally seen on this type. There are a few old circulation marks, but nothing detracts from the amazing eye appeal of this early Territorial issue. PCGS 13, NGC 10, CAC 3. No CAC-approved XF45 has ever sold in auction. The most recent XF45 to sell was graded by NGC range and sold for $5,170 in September 2016. Going back to the 2014 FUN auction, every example has sold in the $5,000 to $6,000, again, none were CAC. The current PCGS Price Guide offers a value of $6,900. With many Pioneer or Territorial issues being very rare in any grade, carrying five figures or more, the presently offered Moffat Five is a great “entry level” territorial. PCGS# 10243 | ESTIMATE: $5,000+ LOT 663 50C 1853 BG-302. PCGS MS64 One of the most popular types from the extensive California “Fractional” series, the BG-302 is the “Peacock” issue, so named from the spray of rays above the eagle’s head, it looks like a peacock with its tail feathers in full display. It is the ONLY time this reverse die was utilized. Somewhat scarce, perhaps 150-200 examples are known. Richly toned on both sides with rose, violet, icy blue colors that come out when the lustrous, nearly prooflike surfaces are viewed in a light. PCGS 13, NGC 4. The most recent example to sell in auction realized $4,700 in the 2016 FUN auction, a sale that was held during a market downturn. Prior to that, the last PCGS MS64 sold n the 2008 FUN auction, realizing $6,325. The current Collector’s Universe value is listed at $6,000 and there are only 3 coins finer at PCGS. A great coin for a “Cal Frac” type set or an addition to your territorial collection. PCGS# 9406 | ESTIMATE: $5,000+ LOT 664 10C 1883 HAWAII. PCGS PR64 An incredibly RARE issue in any Proof grade! A total of only 26 proofs were struck at the Philadelphia mint; a run of six coins in September 1883 and in 1884 an additional 20 coins were made. As such it is a MAJOR rarity with multiple levels of demand: as a territorial issue (even though Hawaii did not become a U.S. territory until 1898), a classic rarity, or since Hawaii was still an independent kingdom under the rule of King Kalakua I, world coin Collector’s. The present coin possesses a distinct Proof appearance with brilliant watery mirrors. The king’s portrait, designed by William Barber, is fully struck up and nicely frosted. A pale, iridescent pearly-silver hue blends with a delicate clear gold at the rims. The eye appeal is decent. PCGS 3, NGC 0. The most recent comparable example to sell in auction was a PCGS PR63 that sold for $11,750 in November 2014; a few months earlier, a PCGS PR64 CAC sold for $12,690 in the 2014 ANA auction. Only four coins are graded finer at PCGS, all PR66. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $16,500. For a coin this RARE, they just seem WAY TOO CHEAP! Some day Collector’s will truly appreciate these Hawaiian Proofs for the MAJOR numismatic rarities they are, on par with many rarities that routinely bring six-figures! Opportunity knocks VERY LOUDLY here--will you take advantage? PCGS# 10981 | ESTIMATE: $11,000+310

LOT 66525C 1883 HAWAII. PCGS PR67 CAM CACWe unhesitatingly call this amazing SUPERB GEM theFINEST KNOWN Hawaiian Quarter in Proof! It is a wonderthat this coin survives in such a wonderful condition! Only26 proofs were struck for VIPs at the time.Deep, watery mirrors beam from all over. The fields areicy smooth and remarkably clean, free of any hairlines,regardless of how microscopic. A wonderful halo of blue andamber patina frames the obverse’s brilliant silver centers. Thereverse is draped in a dramatic cobalt and crimson toningthroughout, and a twirl in the light reveals teal, gold, andviolet hues that clearly sparkle. The sharply struck devicesare extremely frosted and contrast against the heavilymirrored fields.The Kingdom of Hawaii did not become an official territoryof the United States until 1898, but in 1883, King Kalakaua Icommissioned the U.S. mint to strike a series of silver coins.Designed by William Barber, the obverse displays a portraitof the king facing left; the reverse shows the kingdom’s Arms.This series has multiple levels of appeal, including advancedU.S. type Collector’s, Territorial Collector’s, and sinceHawaii was technically a separate kingdom, world coinCollector’s.Only 26 were struck. PCGS 1, NGC 0, CAC 1. The onlycomparable example to ever sell in auction was the gloriousNGC PR66* UCAM that was part of an original proof setsold in Stack’s November 2008 auction that sold for $43,125(listed as a record price by PCGS CoinFacts). The presentlyoffered coin IS NOT that coin! There is NO value listed inthe PCGS Price Guide. Prepare to bid liberally to win thisamazing superb proof Hawaiian quarter. This coin hasno peers!PCGS# 810989 | ESTIMATE: $60,000+ 311

LOT 666 ORIGINAL 1891 PROOF SET, 1C-$1. PCGS-GRADED What a rare delight! We are proud to present this ORIGINAL GEM 1891 Proof Set, freshly graded by PCGS and each coin is totally original. Only 650 proof sets could have been produced. Presented with this amazing set, is a custom made wooden box that frames the original envelope for the set. The total CU value of this set is $15,350, and we think that the overall eye appeal and total originality of this set will propel bidding beyond that amount! Intact original sets like this are ultra rare today-- in fact, our sister firm, Legend Numismatics has always considered matched original Proof sets like this the final frontier of numismatics. PCGS# 2361 | ESTIMATE: $18,000+ 1C PR64 RB. Bold underlying RED mirrored fields have a 5C PR64 CAM. Totally reflective mirrors contrast against delicate overlay of violet and azure toning. We note some sharply struck and frosted reliefs. A delicate iridescence can be teeny flecks but they do not detract. PCGS # 2361. seen in areas, attesting to the originality. PCGS # 83889. 10C PR66. Brilliant, watery mirrors beam from below a light 25C PR65. Essentially a twin to the dime. The obverse is nearly layer of multicolored, original patina. PCGS # 4788. a full on CAMEO. Impressive, bluish hues on the reverse fade to the right side of the obverse. PCGS # 5592. 50C PR66. Deep toning in violet and blue shades drape over $1 PR66. PQ in every way. Bold reflection beams in the fields, extremely reflective GEM proof surfaces. The mirrors offer a the eye appeal is exceptional on this deeply toned GEM. strong watery reflection and high-end quality. PCGS # 6452. PCGS # 7326.312

LOT 667 LOT 668 G$1 1849 NO L. PCGS MS65 G$1 1849-D PCGS AU53 CACThe oft cited mintage of 1,000 No L gold dollars seems low, This clearly is a GEM AU piece. given how many are estimated to survive--that said, thesewere the first struck of the newly authorized denomination. To start, the surfaces are pretty clean and smooth. Only with aThis impressive GEM example booms with brilliant, golden strong glass can you see any ticks or cuts. A surprising strong luster on both sides. Rich golden color is a delight to behold and exceptionally vibrant and eye catching. Close luster beams from all over. An original mix of deep gold/ examination reveals a couple of ticks here and there, but deep yellow gold colors swirl all over. There are NO spots ornone are really distracting to the eye. This piece is beautiful discolorations. The wear can be seen on the high points and and represents a great way to start a set of gold dollars. is very light. Miss Liberty and the details are above average in PCGS 34, NGC 23. The current PCGS Price Guide lists a strike. The eye is super! value of $6,000. Very rare any finer, and the most recent PCGS coin to sell in auction was CAC-approved, realizing PCGS 25, NGC 16, CAC 9. NO PCGS AU53 CAC has ever sold via auction. The current Collector’s Universe value is $5,405 in the 2016 ANA auction. $3,000. Do not be fooled by the pops, this is a difficult date to PCGS# 7501 | ESTIMATE: $3,800+ find this nice! PCGS# 7507 | ESTIMATE: $2,750+ LOT 669 OUR ESTIMATES G$1 1857 PCGS MS66 Despite a relatively generous mintage of 774,789 gold The estimates you see published in this catalog are dollars in 1857, it is a condition rarity in GEM or finer based on HAMMER. Keep in mind that a coin could begrades. A rich satiny sheen glows through the pale golden either low or high end for the grade, have stunning colorfrost. Sharply struck and displaying only a tiny tick or two, or be dull, all of which radically affect a coin’s value.the eye appeal is very nice. RARE in this grade, and much Yes, there can be huge price differences within a grade, rarer any finer. and we offer estimates as a guide so Collector’s can have a better idea of value. One thing we will never do PCGS 9, NGC 7. The current Collector’s Universe value is listed at $6,500. The last one sold over five years ago, is offer low ball estimates in order to claimand there are only a half dozen finer, and a 67 would cost stronger sales. $20,000. A high quality GEM like this should see strong These published estimates represent what Legend Rare bidding. Good luck! Coin Auctions determines to be an approximate high wholesale value for the coin. The numbers are based PCGS# 7544 | ESTIMATE: $4,500+ upon current market values, similar trades, auction prices, published prices, and a consideration of the coin’s quality. There is no guarantee that the estimated prices are minimums or are exactly what you can expect to get if you attempt to resell them wholesale. We always advise you to view the coins you are interested in and calculate what you’ll pay using as much information as possible. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask us. We are here to help you! 313

LOT 670 G$1 1860-D PCGS XF40 CAC One look and you will agree this is a SUPERB GEM VERY High-end XF! We have seen AU’s that do not look anywhere as nice. Sensational surfaces are super clean and smooth. Just a few tiny old ticks can be seen if you use a really strong glass. The surfaces are not messed with. Both sides are an original deep gold color. There are NO spots or discolorations. A surprising strong luster enhances the color and the details. Miss Liberty and the details are way above average in strike. The wear is even. The eye appeal is fabulous! ONLY 1506 were minted. PCGS 9, NGC 1, CAC 1. The last PCGS CAC piece to sell in auction brought $9,775 back in 08/2011. This certainly is not a date or grade you see appear at all (especially CAC’d). The current Collector’s Universe Value of this obsolete Mint coin seems too cheap. Good luck! PCGS# 7556 | ESTIMATE: $6,500+ LOT 671 G$1 1863 PCGS AU58 CAC We’d bet in the old day (before 3rd party grading) this coin would have been called an MS piece. With today’s pinpoint standards, the quality is now SUPER High-end. Exquisite surfaces are super clean and have a thick satiny texture. You can see a tiny tick here and there and frost break or two. Nothing is serious or stands out. There is a bold glowing luster that is unbroken beaming from all over. Both sides are a mix of totally original deep gold/pale orange gold colors. There are NO spots or discolorations. Miss Liberty and the details are extremely well struck. The wear is faint and is well hidden. The eye appeal is fabulous! ONLY 6200 were minted. PCGS 5, NGC 6, CAC 1. NO PCGS CAC piece has ever sold via auction. The last PCGS NO CAC piece to sell at auction brought $6,462.00 July of 2017. We can easily see this magnificent Civil War era coin blowing past that number. This coin is a true piece of American history! PCGS# 7562 | ESTIMATE: $5,500+314

LOT 672 G$1 1880 PCGS MS66 GOLD CAC A SUPERB 1880 Gold dollar, conservatively graded in a first generation PCGS encapsulation, as evidenced by the coveted GOLD CAC sticker. A very low mintage date, with only 1,600 struck for circulation. Blazing golden luster shines with a satiny glowing brilliance. Sharply struck and free of any kind of mark, line, or fleck. SUPERB in every respect! PCGS 76, NGC 54, CAC GOLD 1. The most recent PCGS/CAC MS66 to sell was also a first generation holder coin, with a GREEN bean from CAC, that realized $5,170 in a weak market. We can see this excellent coin selling for way more! Know that the encapsulation shows the PCGS # for an 1880 SILVER dollar. PCGS# 7581 | ESTIMATE: $4,500+LOT 673G$1 1887 PCGSPR66 DCAM CACA little coin with ahuge look! Deep,clear, beamingmirrors blaze withgolden reflectivity.The mirrored fieldshave a classicorange peal texturethat contrasts withamazing vibranceagainst the highlyfrosted relief’s. Theamazing eye appealis impeccable andvirtually unimprov-able--you will bevery hard pressed to find another with anywhere close to the outstanding eye appeal this jewel possesses!Only 1,043 were struck. PCGS 3, NGC 1, CAC 2. Only one PR66+ DCAM is finer in the designation. No PR66 DCAMhas ever sold in auction. The most recent high grade DCAM to sell was a PCGS PR65 DCAM CAC that sold in September2013 for $10,575. A non-CAC PR66 CAM sold for $14,100 and a non-CAC PR67 CAM sold for $20,700 over a decadeago. The current PCGS Price Guide value for PR66 DCAM is listed at $18,000. This little coin will see very big time biddingcompetition and is bound for an amazing collection of Proof gold.PCGS# 97637 | ESTIMATE: $15,000+ 315

LOT 674 $2.50 1825 PCGS AU58 CAC BD-1. An EXREMELY RARE Rarity-6+ die variety, with perhaps 12-15 examples estimated to exist. As a date, the 1825 is RARE, with only 4,434 struck of all three die marriages combined. This fully prooflike GEM AU58 has a rich and original patina over brilliant gold surfaces. The devices are fully struck up, possessing full, crisp delineation to all of the details. The toning is in shades of olive that blends with rose and orange. Using a powerful glass we can locate only a few teeny marks that do not detract from the exquisite eye appeal. The key diagnostic feature is the thin, pointed top to the 5 in the date. The other two varieties have a recut top. The Bass Dannreuther reference cites examples sold in the Bowers & Merena January 2000 Rarities sale, as well as: Brand I, James Stack, Auction ‘85, Richmond Collection, and Nebraska Collection VI. The ANS retains an example, donated by B. Peyton in 1960, and the discovery coin remains in the Harry Bass Core Collection at the ANA. Similar in appearance to the one in Auction ‘85, but we cannot be sure based on the black and white photos. The most recent example to sell was the Richmond Collection-James Ferrendelli Collection NGC MS62 in the 2014 ANA auction. Before that an PCGS/ CAC MS61 with an extensive pedigree (ex Brand Collection above), sold for $40,250 in the January 2012 FUN Auction. With two examples impounded in institutional collections, the number available to Collector’s is quite small and this presents a remarkable opportunity for the advanced early gold die variety specialist collector. PCGS 8, NGC 10, CAC 3. We know this coin was fresh to the market and has been resubmitted several times for at least a “+”. Regardless, the eye appeal is exceptional and the rarity of this variety will entice very strong bidding. PCGS# 7664 | ESTIMATE: $30,000+316

LOT 675 LOT 676 $2.50 1834 CLASSIC HEAD. PCGS AU50 CAC $2.50 1835 PCGS MS61 CAC The definition of “crusty”! What a great looking, totally A flashy, semi-proof like Mint State example. The obverse has unmolested picture of originality. Bold olive-green gold a brilliant luster that has a distinctive mirror-like finish--clearly patina shows accents of rose gold and burnt orange when from an early state while the dies still had some polish on rotated. Nicely struck up with only the most insignificant it. While overall the strike is quite bold, we do note some marks that come from a brief stay in circulation. bluntness to it in Liberty’s curls. Quite nice for a coin “only”William Kneass’s Classic Head design is a transitional series graded MS61. bridging the old tenor gold coins of 1795 to 1834 and theLiberty series struck 1840 to 1907. The short lived series is a PCGS 14, NGC 34, CAC 8. The last PCGS/CAC coin sold back great series to collect as there are no MAJOR rarities, but at in January 2012 for $3,450 (that is over six years ago!); morethe same time is quite challenging to find attractive, original, recently a CAC NGC coin sold for $3,819 in the 2014 ANA auction (from the Dr. James Ferrendelli Collection). This coin unmolested pieces. has a few less marks. The current Collector’s Universe value is $3,750. A very neat collector coin that should see activePCGS 86, NGC 45, CAC 5. The only CAC-approved examplein this grade sold back in July 2013, where a similar looking bidding from type and specialist Collector’s.example brought $1,293. This is a very pleasing first year of PCGS# 7693 | ESTIMATE: $3,200+ issue for the type and the current PCGS price is $1,250.PCGS# 7692 | ESTIMATE: $1,000+ LOT 677 LOT 678 $2.50 1836 SCRIPT 8. PCGS AU55 CAC $2.50 1836 BLOCK 8. PCGS AU53 CAC A lovely “GEM” AU that boasts ample luster with tinges Lightly circulated with boldly defined devices, this Classic of reflectivity in the protected areas. The devices are quarter eagle has a greenish-rose overtone. Some light sharply struck and both sides offer a great look with rich circulation marks are noted, but none are greenish-gold color. generally distracting. PCGS 70, NGC 83, CAC 9. This coin sold for $1,725 in the PCGS 26, NGC 40, CAC 9. No CAC-approved example has 2012 Central States auction and the current PCGS Price sold in auction. The last two coins brought between $900 and $1,000 but before that, from 2005-2009, the three APRsGuide value is listed at $1,650. Another coin that shows how are between $1,000 and $1,400. CU lists a value of $1,450 affordable this short lived, early type is. in its current Price Guide. PCGS# 97694 | ESTIMATE: $1,000+PCGS# 7694 | ESTIMATE: $1,500+ 317

LOT 679 $2.50 1837 PCGS AU53 CAC A lower mintage date in the series, only 45,080 were struck for circulation. The presently offered AU53 spent a brief time in circulation before being saved for posterity. Richly toned and attractive, the surfaces show only a few insignificant marks from its short stay in commerce. PCGS 15, NGC 33, CAC 6. This was the only PCGS/CAC AU53 to ever sell in auction, realizing $2,820 in February 2014--a record for the grade. PCGS# 7695 | ESTIMATE: $1,800+ LOT 680 $2.50 1838 PCGS AU58 Like the 1837, the mintage of 1838 was only 47,030. This near Mint State “slider” has a bold eye appeal. Razor sharp in strike with fully struck up devices. The frosty mint luster in areas yield to semi-PL reflectivity. Some light patina can be seen in areas along the reverse legend. Very eye appealing and just a hair’s breadth from a full Mint State grade. PCGS 19, NGC 49. The most recent example to sell in auction realized $1,880 in April 2017. This coin was last sold in October 2011, realizing $2,530 and the current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $2,400. We anticipate strong bidding for this underrated date. PCGS# 7696 | ESTIMATE: $2,000+ LOT 681 $2.50 1838-C PCGS XF45 CAC As the first emission from the Charlotte mint, the 1838-C quarter eagle has a broad range appeal from Collector’s of many stripes. Like many southern branch mint issues, the 38-C is often found heavily conserved; this CHOICE XF is a richly toned and totally original--an exception to what you normally see! Struck from a later die state with intersecting die cracks on the reverse. As always seen, there is a depression in the cheek and the C is boldly repunched. The eye appeal is superior to what you would expect for a XF coin. PCGS 12, NGC 4, CAC 1. According to our auction database, going back to 1994 there have been eight auction appearances combined between PCGS and NGC, clearly these DO NOT come up for sale with any kind of frequency. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $7,250. The only PCGS XF45 sold in the last 15+ years sold for $6,463 in the 2016 ANA Auction, and that coin was NOT CAC-approved. This CAC-approved example should see very strong bidding. PCGS# 7697 | ESTIMATE: $6,000+318

LOT 682 $2.50 1839 PCGS MS61 One of the FINEST known examples, tied for second highest graded at PCGS, bested by only a single MS62 at that service. Sharply struck and displaying fully formed definition throughout William Kneass’s design. Flashy and lustrous fields show off a subtle reflective look. The surfaces show accents of greenish tone that you can see when rotated in a light, but the initial impression is a brilliant yellow gold. Very scarce as a date, only 27,021 were struck and this is among the absolute FINEST that survives. PCGS 7, NGC 8. The most recent example to sell was CAC-approved and sold for $16,450 in the 2016 ANA auction. the last time a non-CAC PCGS coin sold was in June 2008 and realized $12,650. The current Collector’s Universe value is listed at $16,500. The sole finer MS62 has not been sold since 2004--good luck finding another! PCGS# 7698 | ESTIMATE: $13,500+LOT 683$2.50 1839-CPCGS AU50Here is a very neatearly Charlottegold piece, struckfrom cracked dies,with the reverseespecially shattered.This coin is WinterVariety 2, struckwith the recut dateand is the scarcestof the three varietiesof the year. Pleasingtoning over rich,orange gold color,the eye appealis excellent.PCGS 28, NGC 15. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $6,500 and the most recent example to sell in auctionrealized $8,813 in June 2017. A scarce issue overall, especially in AU and finer grades.PCGS# 7699 | ESTIMATE: $6,500+ 319

LOT 684 $2.50 1839-D PCGS XF45 Scarce and popular as the first Dahlonega mint quarter eagle, only 13,674 were struck. Glossy and attractively toned, both the obverse and reverse show boldly defined devices and nice quality, lightly circulated surfaces. Accents of iridescent toning come to the fore when rotated in the light. Better eye appeal than usually encountered for the grade, and a very popular date for Collector’s. PCGS 33, NGC 18. It has been nearly eight years since the last PCGS-graded coin sold in auction--that coin realized $6,325. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $7,250. A great coin for the specialist collector of southern branch mint gold coins. Very scarce and rarely offered--bid accordingly! PCGS# 7700 | ESTIMATE: $6,000+ LOT 685 $2.50 1839-O PCGS AU55 CAC The only Classic Head gold coin struck at the New Orleans mint, and the mintage was only 17,781. Crisply defined devices and deep orange-gold coloration arrest the eye and both sides are devoid of any significant marks or other flaws. The eye appeal is excellent! PCGS 23, NGC 60, CAC 5. This coin sold in September 2012, where, prior to being CAC-beaned, it realized $5,581. Since then only one PCGS coin has sold in auction--that one was not CAC. This will be the first appearance of a CAC-beaned AU55, and we expect the bidding to bring this coin to around the current Collector’s Universe value of $6,750. In AU58, this date jumps into the five figures (the most recent PCGS/CAC AU58 sold in our December 2016 Regency Auction for $10,869. A very important scarcity that is RARE any finer! PCGS# 7701 | ESTIMATE: $5,000+320

LOT 686$2.50 1905 PCGS MS68We’ll name this coin “Her Majesty” out of respect that this isunquestionably one of the finest $2.5 Liberty’s thatexist today.This coin has been to CAC. We think they were too harshnot beaning it. We do not think this coin is over graded andwe certainly do not think this coin has been messed with inany way. The surfaces are flawless and are satiny smooth.Even using a strong glass will yield you no surprises. A strongluster beams from all over. Both sides are an even superboriginal gold color. There are no spots or discolorations. MissLiberty and the details are fully struck. The eye appealis phenomenal!PCGS 5, NGC 7. The last PCGS CAC piece to sell in auctionbrought $21,150.00 May of 2016. The current Collector’sUniverse Value is $29,500. Adding a coin like “her Majesty”to any collection adds glamour and prestige. We certainlyhave not seen many of these coins ever offered!PCGS# 7857 | ESTIMATE: $22,000+ 321

LOT 687 $2.50 1896 PCGS PR67 DCAM CAC If this was not sent from heaven, then it was one heck of a craftsman that carved it from a GEMMY block of fresh minted gold! The WOW factor here is beyond sanity! Plus, why did PCGS not grade this coin a +? What in the world do they want? Mega MONSTER ultra-deep mirrors beam boldly from all over. The mirrors have remarkable depth, clarity, cleanliness, and yes, you do need to wear Ray Bans when viewing the coin (The flash is that blinding). When you twirl the coin, the mirrors look like a freshly made sheet of glass. The contrast is phenomenal. Miss Liberty and every detail look like they were carved from a frosted block of gold. The eye appeal is insane! ONLY 132 were minted. PCGS 3, NGC 5, CAC 2. PCGS ha graded only 1 coin higher. NO PR67 from any service has been sold via auction. We scratch our heads as to how the Collector’s Universe value could be $39,500 then. We think the coin is worth more! PCGS# 97922 | ESTIMATE: $37,500+322

LOT 688 $2.50 1906 PCGS PR64 WOW! A nearly GEM Proof Liberty quarter eagle with an impressive appearance including subtle hints of a cameo contrast. Bold, deep, beaming gold mirrored fields surround sharply struck devices. The devices are moderately frosty and they stand out against the fields. Close examination with a strong glass does reveal a few ancient hairlines that account for the assigned grade. The eye appeal is indeed wonderful! Only 160 proofs were struck. PCGS 25, NGC 18. The most recent example sold for $7,755 in a June 2017 auction sale. The current PCGS Price Guide value islisted at $8,000. VERY RARE any finer. These really do not appear with any frequency in auction and this would make for an excellent addition to a Proof gold type set or collection of Proof quarter eagles. PCGS# 7932 | ESTIMATE: $6,000+LOT 689$2.50 1914 PCGS MS64+ CACA very tough date in GEM, whichmakes a borderline GEM like this agreat value! Totally eye appealingsatiny frost blooms on both sides,highlighting a wonderful strike andhigh quality surfaces. Every detail isexpertly embossed from a precisionblow from the dies.PCGS 503, NGC 416, CAC 75.PCGS has graded 48 as MS64+. Themost recently sold examples to sellin auction realized between $5,280and $6,168. This coin is very closeto full GEM quality and keep in mind we just recently sold a non-CAC PCGS MS65 in our December 2017 Regency Auctionfor $11,750. Opportunity knocks very loudly here to obtain a very high quality coin that won’t cost a five figure price level.PCGS# 7946 | ESTIMATE: $5,000+ LOT 690 $2.50 1929 PCGS MS64+ CAC A very pleasing and original near-gem example of the final year of this popular type. A bold satin frost shows off nice surfaces and well struck incuse devices. With the market crash of 1929, no other quarter eagles were struck for circulation and with the 1933 gold recall, many were returned for melting. PCGS 2089, NGC 2894, CAC 342. PCGS has graded 126 in MS64+ and the population figures drop dramatically in MS65 and finer grades. The current PCGS Price Guide value islisted at $900 and the last CAC-approved example to sell in auction brought $823 in November 2016. A PCGS/CAC MS65, remember, if you can find one, will cost $5,000+. PCGS# 7953 | ESTIMATE: $700+ 323

LOT 691 $2.50 1910 NGC PR66+ CAC The mintage of 1910 Proof quarter eagles was reported at 682, a whopping sum for any Proof gold coin. Obviously the number of coins that went melted as unsold were never taken out, or there could have been a mistake in reporting. The current combined PCGS and NGC populations come to about 200 pieces, and the PCGS CoinFacts estimates that about 136 exist. Struck in the Satin, or Roman Finish, the 1910 have a brighter gold color and a more reflective finish than the matte proofs of 1908. The present SUPERB GEM has flawless, brilliant gold color with full definition from a razor sharp strike. The fields have some of the mattelike texture, but without the full, sandblast finish of a matte proof. The eye appeal is exceptional and this coin ranks among the FINEST graded. PCGS 12, NGC 31, CAC 12. This is the ONLY PR66+ graded by either service. The finest at PCGS are a pair of PR67, and at NGC a pair at PR68. This coin has never sold in auction, but the current Collector’s Universe value is listed at $52,500. This is a real prize for the Proof gold collector. Proof gold has always held a special place among advanced Collector’s, and we expect strong bidding for this CAC-endorsed GEM! PCGS# 7959 | ESTIMATE: $40,000+324

LOT 692$3 1878 PCGS MS65+ CACA beautiful GEM $3 gold piece. The 1878 is one of themost widely seen dates, appearing about as often as the1854 and 1874. While readily available in grades up to andincluding MS64, they are quite scarce in MS65 and finer.Bold, glowing satin luster blooms on both sides. Nicelystruck there is full definition on Liberty’s portrait and on thewreath. The surfaces are totally silken and smooth, free ofany distracting marks or lines.PCGS 225, NGC 136, CAC 44. In MS65+ PCGS graded 14,and NGC 9. No CAC-approved MS65+ sold in auction. Donot let the population figures fool you, this date does notcome with any frequency, in fact, our records indicate thatonly 2 CAC approved PCGS MS65 have sold in auction, themost recent in November 2014 for $10,575 and the otherfor $12,338 in September 2014. The current PCGS Pricein MS65+ is $12,200 and that level may well be surpassedwhen this GEM crosses the block. A non-CAC MS65+ soldfor $10,575 in August 2014.PCGS# 8000 | ESTIMATE: $10,000+ 325

LOT 693 $3 1885 PCGS MS64 CAC A VERY RARE $3! Only 801 were struck for circulation. This near GEM has a distinct reflective, Prooflike fields and fully struck, frosty devices, giving this coin the initial appearance of a Proof. Totally original, rich orange gold color accents the awesome quality of the surfaces. The eye appeal is excellent! PCGS 25, NGC 16, CAC 9. Only two CAC coins have sold in auction. The most recent example sold for $15,863 in June 2017. Before that one sold for in our December 2012 auction for $18,400. The current PCGS value is $19,000. Rare any finer! Add this near GEM to your set today! PCGS# 8007 | ESTIMATE: $15,000+326

LOT 694$3 1887 NGC MS64 CACA very pleasing three that were it not for a teeny scratchin the field, would likely grade higher. A brilliant lightgolden colored surface shows off a very strong satin luster.The sharply struck devices are frosty and the eye appeal isexcellent. Housed in an NGC “Fatty” holder. Only 6,000were struck.PCGS 73, NGC 37, CAC 12. The only NGC/CAC coin tosell in auction was designated “PL” and sold for $8,813.RARE any finer!PCGS# 8009 | ESTIMATE: $6,000+ 327

LOT 695 $3 1878 PCGS PR63+ DCAM CAC An incredible rarity! A fully choice, high-end, and totally ORIGINAL Deep Cameo Proof $3. A remarkable survivor from a miniscule original mintage of 20 pieces, which were all delivered early in the year (February 9 to be exact). Because the mintage was so low, most known examples display ample cameo contrast and the presently offered, fully CHOICE example has a bold contrast between the fields and devices, imparting a very impressive eye appeal. Deep reflective fields have a rich orange peel texture that is so desirable for Collector’s. The strike on both sides is sharp and displaying a full frost that contrasts with vibrance and makes the eye appeal quite vivid. A small number of obverse hairlines is all that keeps this visually very impressive rarity out of a higher grade holder. Rarely available in Proof and who knows when the next one will appear, most seen Proof $3 gold date from the 1880s. PCGS 1, NGC 0, CAC 1. In all grades and designations, there are 23 grading events, meaning that there is clearly been duplication from upgrades, crossovers, and other grading. In the DCAM designation, the most recent coin to sell was the PR66 DCAM that sold in January 2012. The most recent Proof 1878 $3 to sell in any designation was the PCGS PR63 that sold in the 2017 ANA auction. The presently offered lot is NOT that coin. Since there are no relevant APRs our estimate could prove conservative! Who knows when any collector will have the opportunity to buy an example of this major golden rarity will present itself again! Don’t let this one get away from you. PCGS# 98042 | ESTIMATE: $28,000+328

LOT 696$3 1888 PCGS PR66 CAM CACWOW, WOW, WOW! The WOW factor here is off thecharts! What a stunning HIGH-END GEM this coin is.Intense deep mirrors blaze from all over; they havesensational clarity, cleanliness, and have the ultimate inreflection. When you twirl the coin, the mirrors roll likea river of molten gold. The contrast is mind boggling too!Some light gold toning can be seen on the reverse. Thereis NO haze here. Miss Liberty and every detail are thicklyfrosted and are fully struck. The eye appeal is spectacular!291 were struck. PCGS 7, NGC 9, CAC 5. PCGS has gradedonly 1 + higher. The current Collector’s Universe value is$52,500. With so little GEM PCGS CAC gold around, wecan see this coin easily selling for that. We know at themajor shows we have attended this year; PR Gold certainlywas not anything we saw much of at all!PCGS# 88052 | ESTIMATE: $45,000+ 329

LOT 697 $5 1798 LARGE 8, 13 STAR REVERSE. NGC AU58 BD-2. A scarce variety, rated R-5, with perhaps 50-70 known in all grades. Here is a very pleasing 18th century $5 for the type or date collector. Somewhat blunt in strike, the surfaces show a moderate frosty olive-gold surface. Struck from a later state of the dies with a number of major die cracks on both sides. Very cool eye appeal. PCGS 17, NGC 13. The last NGC coin to sell in auction realized $14,100 in a weaker market (2016 FUN). An MS61, the next grade up at NGC) would cost about $10,000 more. For the type or date collector, this is a very nice piece at an excellent price point. The Collector’s Universe value is listed at $21,500. PCGS# 8078 | ESTIMATE: $14,000+330

LOT 698$5 1803/2 PCGS AU58BD-4. Rarity-4. The only 1803/2 half eagle that has aperfect T in LIBERTY.This is a very attractive early five, with a glossy mint bloomthat radiates from brilliant yellow gold surfaces. Sharplystruck from Obverse State B and Reverse State C, withvarious die cracks seen on both sides, the most dramaticof which arches under the date. Only some light frictioncan be seen on the highest points of the design and in thefields. The planchet, as normally seen has adjustment marksat the upper reverse periphery. The eye appeal is excellentfor the grade and so close to full Mint State grade-- indeed,in the days before 3rd party certification, this coin wouldlikely have been cataloged as “BU.”PCGS78, NGC 87. We believe that there is at least someduplication in the population reports. The most recentexample to sell in auction was one of the four examplesthat Harry Bass owned, selling for $14,100 in June 2017.The current Collector’s Universe value is listed at $14,500.This coin has a bold look that will truly delight anycollector of early gold, and is a great type coin.PCGS# 48084 | ESTIMATE: $11,000+ 331

LOT 699 $5 1803/2 PCGS AU58+ CAC We cannot take our eyes off this MONSTER. Not only is this coin SUPER High-end, it looks like a Proof! Really, there is even contrast. Full deep mirrors beam intensely from all over. The mirrors are clean to the naked eye (there are some lines and ticks you see only with a strong glass), the clarity is outstanding, and the reflection is nearly blinding. The flash /luster of this piece is so gonzo the astronauts on the space station can see this coin. Both sides are a heart pounding deep gold that mixes with orange/pale reddish gold all over (all original colors). There are NO flecks or discolorations. Miss Liberty and every detail are so sharply struck they look like they were carved out from a fresh block of gold. The wear is light and is well hidden. The eye appeal is off the charts drop dead awesome! PCGS 79, NGC 87, CAC 28. PCGS has graded 2 coins AU58+. The last one to sell at auction brought $17,625 08/2017. We can see strong bidding on this GEM AU piece. We hardly ever see them as boldly prooflike as this. Good luck! PCGS# 8084 | ESTIMATE: $15,000+332

LOT 700$5 1804 SMALL 8. PCGS AU58 CACBD-1, R-4+. A very attractive “slider’” that is worthy ofany high-end gold type set. Sharply struck with onlythe slightest friction in the fields and the highest points.Flashy lustrous surfaces truly attract the viewer to the eyeappealing surfaces.PCGS 32, NGC 6, CAC 8. The last PCGS-graded coin tosell in auction realized $16,450 and was NOT CAC. A veryscarce coin, scarcer than other early fives in all graded, the1804 has a “magic” date.PCGS# 8085 | ESTIMATE: $17,000+ 333

LOT 701 $5 1805 NGC MS62+ BD-2. Struck from a clashed and cracked pair of dies, this lovely Mint State 1805 $5 is a borderline CHOICE quality coin. Both sides possess a brilliant mint luster and sharply struck devices. The reverse retains some glassy reflection. There are a few very tiny lines in the fields visible only with a powerful glass. The eye appeal is very nice. PCGS 53, NGC 38. There is only a single MS62+ graded at each service. Rare any finer. Whether looking for a type coin or attractive Mint State 1805 for an early gold date set. The current Collector’s Universe value is listed at $20,500. The last MS62 NGC sold for $16,450 and the last NGC MS63 sold for $30,550. PCGS# 8088 | ESTIMATE: $18,000+334

LOT 702$5 1805 PCGS MS64 CACOne of the FINEST 1805 half eagles that survives. Asimply stunning, near GEM early five. Sharply struck withessentially full definition of the devices. All of Robert Scot’sengraved details are visible, and most show full, completecrispness. A rich, glowing mint bloom graces both theobverse and reverse of this impressive coin. There arebarely any marks visible, even with a glass, and none marthe impeccable eye appeal of this borderline GEMquality coin!PCGS 18, NGC 17, CAC 4. Prior to this coin selling, the lastone realized $63,250 in June 2012. The current Collector’sUniverse value is listed at $57,500. Only three are finer,the most recent to sell was the Pogue MS65 that sold for$164,500 in September 2015. This brilliant coin has a boldlook that should see very strong bidding here! For the dateor type collector, this amazing survivor would make areal prize!PCGS# 8088 | ESTIMATE: $55,000+ 335

LOT 703 $5 1807 BUST LEFT. PCGS MS62 BD-8. In 1807, the newly hired assistant engraver, John Reich began work on the redesign of the nation’s coins. Starting with the largest denominations then being circulated, the half dollar and half eagle, he replaced Robert Scot’s right facing bust of Liberty with his right facing Capped Bust design. The presently offered Mint State example has a rich satin glow that drapes frosty lustrous fields. Reich’s new design elements are sharply struck up. A lovely golden color shows of the quality of the surfaces. A few ancient marks are noted on both sides but none are singularly distracting or diminishing to the eye appeal. PCGS 53, NGC 43. The most recent example to sell in auction realized $15,275 in the Blue Moon Collection sale. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $16,000. A very popular first year of type early gold coin. PCGS# 8088 | ESTIMATE: $12,500+336

LOT 704$5 1808 PCGS MS63BD-3--the so-called “Normal 5 D”, considered to beRarity-4 in the Bass-Dannreuther reference, with perhaps100-125 examples known in all grades. While the 1808is not a rarity in the absolute sense, David Akers noted“Although not particularly rare as a date, in my experiencethe 1808 is very difficult to obtain in choice mint state.Certainly it is much more rare in uncirculated conditionthan the 1807, 1809/8, 1810.” Large Date, Large 5 or 1812Totally choice, with a full, satin luster this is a verypleasing, high grade example of this early five. The devicesare fully struck up and razor sharp, each detail accentedwonderfully by a rich medium gold tone. The surfacesshow some tiny old lines that only appear at certain angleson both sides and are wholly acceptable for the assignedgrade. None of these detract from the overall wonderfullyhandsome eye appeal.PCGS 19, NGC 18. PCGS has graded only 19 coinsfiner, the majority of them graded MS64. The most recentPCGS-graded example to sell in auction realized $30,550in January 2017 (that example was CAC approved). Beforethat, the last PCGS coin was sold in March 2014 (fouryears ago) for $25,850. The current PCGS Price Guidevalue is listed at $25,500. A great coin for any type setor specialized collection of early gold--either way thiswonderful CHOICE Uncirculated coin has multiple levelsof demand and will find itself at home in any collection!PCGS# 8102 | ESTIMATE: $20,000+ 337

LOT 705 $5 1809/ 8 NGC MS62 BD-1. Every known example struck dated 1809 was struck from this pair of dies. Today, it is estimated that somewhere between 250 and 325 exist. Pale golden surfaces have a radiant frosty luster that is very pleasing. A few tiny ticks and scuffs are noted for full disclosure. The devices are well struck and offer boldly defined design elements. PCGS 31, NGC 28. The most recent NGC coin sold in March 2014 for $14,100 and more recently a PCGS-graded example realized the same amount in February 2016. The current CU value is listed at $16,000. Here is a nice early Capped Bust half eagle. PCGS# 8104 | ESTIMATE: $12,500+ LOT 706 $5 1810 LARGE DATE, LARGE 5. NGC AU58 BD-4. Light friction is seen on both sides. The devices show a somewhat uneven strike, bold in some areas of the obverse, but somewhat blunter on corresponding spots on the reverse. A good coloration, offering shades of olive-gold with shades of richer orange. PCGS 33, NGC 43. The last one sold for $9,000 in a November 2017 and the current Collector’s Universe value is listed at $11,000. One of the more common die marriages, making this a great type coin. PCGS# 8108 | ESTIMATE: $8,000+338

LOT 707$5 1813 PCGS MS63BD-2, R-4--the scarcer of the two varieties of the year. Thefirst year of the “fat head” design, one of the rarest andmost avidly sought early gold types.Satiny smooth luster has a very rich frosty glow in thefields. A visually pleasing honey gold clings to the rims,while the centers are a lighter yellow-wheat coloration.Well struck and well made. Nicely preserved, there areonly a couple of microscopic marks that keep this CHOICEexample from an even higher grade.PCGS 55, NGC 34. As the most available date in a series ofsome of the rarest gold coins in the entire U.S. series, thereis no doubt that the populations are inflated due to regradesand resubmissions. The most recent sold in March 2017,realizing $21,150. The Collector’s Universe value is listedat $25,000. The value does jump dramatically in the nextgrade up, making MS63 the highest grade most can hope toobtain. Good luck!PCGS# 8116 | ESTIMATE: $17,000+ 339

LOT 708 $5 1834 CLASSIC HEAD, PLAIN 4. PCGS AU58 CAC Not only is this coin VERY High-end, for sure we have seen higher graded pieces that do not look as good! Remarkable surfaces are proof like. You do not have to imagine the mirrors. The surfaces are also sleek, super clean, and are intensely lustrous (have a ton of flash). Both sides are a beautiful even gold color. There are NO spots or discolorations. Miss Liberty and the details are well struck and reveal only minor wear. The eye appeal is great! PCGS 92, NGC 430, CAC 40. The last 1834 AU58 to sell in auction was an NGC coin; that piece realized $2,350 in December 2017. The last PCGS CAC piece realized $3,878 in June 2016. The current Collector’s Universe value is $2,500. This is a wonderful High-end and really good looking coin being offered here. We think it will sell for at least CU money! PCGS# 8171 | ESTIMATE: $2,500+ 2018 CONSIGN NOW TO LEGEND’S AUCTION SCHEDULE: Official Auction for the PCGS Members Only Show THE REGENCY AUCTION 27 July 26th | Caesars | Las Vegas, NV THE REGENCY AUCTION 28 September 27th | Cosmo | Las Vegas, NV THE REGENCY AUCTION 29 November 15th | Hyatt Regency | San Antonio, TX LEGEND INTERNET ONLY PREMIER SESSIONS JUNE 14-24 JULY 12-19 CONSIGNMENT DEADLINE: JUNE 8 CONSIGNMENT DEADLINE: JULY 6 For more information about consigning, contact Julie Abrams ([email protected]) or Greg Cohen ([email protected])340

LOT 709$5 1843-O LARGE LETTERS. PCGS MS63+ CACA real High-end Condition Census example. What anAMAZING New Orleans Mint half eagle. This is the secondfinest graded at PCGS, with only a single MS64 gradedfiner at that service. Out of a total mintage of 101,075,the breakdown given in the literature is that 82,000 of thatwere of the Large Letters variety, although based on hisseminal research, David Akers believes the distributionwas more evenly split. More recent observations by DougWinter notes that while available in VF and XF grades, it isVERY RARE in Uncirculated.Sharply struck on both sides, this FULLY CHOICE exampleshows only the slightest hint of weakness at the eagle’sneck feathers and Liberty’s hair curls. The luster is bold,with a strong satin glow. There is a touch of very subtlereflection in the obverse fields. Wonderful, totally originalspattering of coppery-rust colored toning on both sides thatimparts a great look; attesting to its unconserved originality.PCGS 1, NGC 2, CAC 1. PCGS has graded only one MS64finer; NGC has graded six in MS64, two in 64+, and asingle coin in 65--this lends some credence to the idea thata mini-hoard was dispersed ages ago. Ed Milas owned twoexamples, both graded MS64 by NGC that sold in Stack’sMay 1995, one of which sold for $31,900; Milas boughtthat coin in Mid America’s August 1991 auction in an NGC63 holder for $42,900. James A. Stack owned one thatwas called “CHOICE BRILLIANT UNCIRCULATED,” theEliasberg coin was called “MS63/MS60 and is a differentcoin than this one. The Norweb Collection lacked anexample, Bass’s coin graded NGC AU55. Let that data sinkin. This is VERY RARE and VERY IMPORTANT coin for thesouthern mint collector, and should not be missed. Oncethis coin sells, who knows when the next opportunity toacquire one will come up!PCGS# 8216 | ESTIMATE: $30,000+ 341

THE OAK CREST COLLECTION OF CARSON CITY HALF EAGLES The Oak Crest Collection of Carson City Half Eagles was carefully assembled over the last two decades by a dedicated collector, whose eye for quality was exceptional. The collector sourced his coins from several of the biggest dealers and auction houses, and the set is complete, save for an example of the 1870-CC, which he couldn’t find that suited his tastes. Rather than include an inferior coin in his set, he left that hole open. The coins are impressive on their own, but when viewed together, and seeing how they all match, not just in grades, but in terms of eye appeal, you clearly can tell assembling the set was a labor of love for the Oak Crest collector. This is a very important opportunity for the collector of Carson City gold coins, or Liberty half eagles in general to be able to add these important rarities to their cabinets. “We are honored to have been selected to present this important, specialized set in our 26th Regency Auction,” declared Legend Auctions’ president, Julie Abrams. “There is an almost mythological aura surrounding coins from the Carson City mint,” explains Senior Numismatist, Greg Cohen. “Any specialized offering, especially of the gold coins, creates a stir in the collecting community. While the eagles and double eagles are more commonly offered, the half eagles are a very challenging series to collect, but unlike the other two series, none are cost prohibitive. The Oak Crest Collection will be remembered for years for its quality and eye appeal.”342

THE OAK CREST COLLECTION OF CARSON CITY HALF EAGLESLOT 710$5 1871-CC PCGS AU58 CACWhat a great coin to start the Oak Crest offering! This is anhistoric coin, struck during the second year of operationsat the Carson City mint, and only 20,770 examples werestruck, of which today, experts believe that perhaps140-150 survive. This coin is solidly among the top-tenexamples graded at PCGS, and tied for FINEST seen atCAC. While rare-date gold scholars have written that thisdate does appear with more frequency than most otherdates in the 1870s, in AU grades it is a rarity, a fact that hasnot changed in the nearly 40 years since David Akers wrotehis auction analysis on U.S. gold coins.Semi-brilliant, satiny surfaces show off a strong cartwheelluster that shows off the bright yellow gold color. For theissue, the fields are generally smooth, devoid of the heavymarks that often appear on gold issues from the “old west”mint. There are a few minor ticks and lines that we noteunder a strong glass, but they do not detract from thestrong eye appeal. The devices are boldly struck, offeringimpressive detail on both the obverse and reverse devices,with only the slightest touch of softness at the extremecentral details. The eye appeal is exceptional for an earlyCarson City gold coin.PCGS 7, NGC 7, CAC 3. This coin is solidly in the WinterCondition Census, listed in “Gold Coins of the CarsonCity Mint, published in 2001. A very close match to the#3 coin in the listing, as the Nevada Collection Duplicate,earlier ex Dr. Larry Cutler Collection, Heritage, March 2,1991, lot 5452, and the Winter Plate Coin. Our consignoracquired this coin in 2007 privately. Finer than both Basscoins, which are both PCGS AU55, and one is ex EliasbergCollection. The combined PCGS and NGC Populationfigures show four coins graded finer, the finest of whichis an NGC MS63. The finest PCGS coin is a 62, which isthought to be the #2 coin in the Winter census, which is exAuction ‘79 and Auction ‘80 and serves as the Akers Plate.The most recent PCGS AU58 CAC example sold in March2017, and realized $42,300. That was the first time in overa decade that a PCGS-graded example sold in auction,the one prior to that was the Old West Collection coinsold in ANR’s August 2006 auction. There has not been anNGC-graded example sold in nearly seven years, clearly,these are very rarely seen out in the market place and anopportunity like this should not be taken lightly. It may beyears again before another beautiful 1871-CCbecomes available.PCGS# 8323 | ESTIMATE: $30,000+ 343

THE OAK CREST COLLECTION OF CARSON CITY HALF EAGLES LOT 711 $5 1872-CC PCGS AU55 CAC A high-end, condition census 72-CC $5. Survival estimates range from 70-80 (per Doug Winter), to 92 (PCGS CoinFacts), to 125-150 (Rusty Goe); with this coin among the TOP TEN graded by PCGS, it is an important coin for any Carson City gold collection. Note, no Mint State survivors of this date are even rumored to exist, and David Akers noted that “most known specimens are well worn with Fine and VF being typical.” Rich, medium gold coloration blankets both the obverse and reverse of this impressive Choice AU survivor. Ample golden luster survives in the recesses of the design elements. Typically, the few survivors of the original 16,980 struck display weakly struck devices, this coin, while not fully rendered, the design elements are generally sharper than the average 72-CC. This weakness is noted at the centers, but Liberty’s curls are fully delineanated, and there is some softness of the eagle’s neck feathers. The peripheral details are strong in contrast. A neat, frost luster does swirl in a light, accenting the subtle amber-orange hues that add depth to the eye appeal. That appeal is unmarred by any serious marks or cuts that often plague AU examples of CC gold, and this coin does not possess that bright-neon yellow gold that you often see on the heavily processed coins. PCGS 7, NGC 8, CAC 4. PCGS and NGC have each graded 3 coins in AU58. Clearly at these grades, we believe that there is duplication of the same specimen being resubmitted in hopes of getting higher grades. The finest is the ex Battle Born coin, now in a PCGS AU58 holder, NO MINT STATE coins are known! Harry Bass had three examples graded AU50 by PCGS at the time of the Bass sales: one ex Superior February 1972; one ex Miles Collection; and the last, ex Alto Collection. The first coin ended up in an NGC AU55 holder and ranks as #3 on the Winter census (2001). Our consignor purchased this coin in 2007. It has been over six and a half years since the last AU55 graded by PCGS has sold, realizing $21,850 in a November 2011 auction sale. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $25,000 and when you take its great overall look and combine it with it’s condition census status, and demand today for Carson City gold coins, this coin will see impressive bidding activity, and will see strong bidding. Good luck! PCGS# 8326 | ESTIMATE: $20,000+344

THE OAK CREST COLLECTION OF CARSON CITY HALF EAGLESLOT 712$5 1873-CC PCGS AU50A world-class rarity, among the rarest in not just the19-coin Carson City set of $5 gold, but in the entire Libertyhalf eagle series. This is a very rare issue in AU grades. Allthe, estimates range indicates that it is likely fewer than75-85 examples survive from an original mintage of 7,416(the second lowest in the entire CC mint series). The currentAU50 is solidly in the condition census, among the ninefinest graded by PCGS.The present 73-CC is a wonderful example for theadvanced collector. Possessing a very good strike for thedate, the details are essentially full, flat due to the light,even wear from a brief time in wild west commerce. Muchluster remains in the fields and when combined with alight source a rich, reddish-orange hue blends with therich amber-honey gold. No major distractions, again, nota common trait for a coin that saw commercial use in theearly 1870s in the western portions of the United States.A strong glass will reveal a few ancient reeding marks, butthese do not have a major impact on this coin’s excellenteye appeal.PCGS 2, NGC 5. There are eight coins finer combined atboth services, the finest being the ANA ‘76-Bass-BattleBorn coin, graded PCGS MS62. The 2001 Winter censuslists coins down to XF45. This coin was purchased by ourconsignor in 2006. The extensive Old West Collection,sold by ANR in 2006 lacked an example--indication as tohow rare this date is. A small group came out of the BassCollection, all long dispersed. Most examples known aregraded in the VF/XF range, and even these are rare andrarely appear on the market.The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $25,000and the PCGS AU50 to sell in auction, sold four yearsago, in a February 2014 auction sale, realizing $21,150.This highly attractive coin has a better overall look, andwill certainly entice any collector of rare date U.S. gold,whether focused on Carson City issues, or not. The wordopportunity appears a lot in the descriptions for the OakCrest coins, as with this, do not let the opportunity passyou by, for once this one sells who knows when the nexthigh grade example of this KEY issue will become availableagain.PCGS# 8331 | ESTIMATE: $20,000+ 345

THE OAK CREST COLLECTION OF CARSON CITY HALF EAGLES LOT 713 $5 1874-CC PCGS AU58 CAC This is one of the FINEST known examples of this date. While the estimate of surviving examples likely ranges in the 125-150 coins--making it one of the more “available” pre-1878 Carson City issued $5, it is VERY RARE in such a high grade, with few graded finer. The Oak Crest collector was drawn to this coin’s nearly prooflike, reflective luster, which stands in contrast to the nicely frosted and sharply struck devices. Ms. Liberty’s hair curls, the eagle’s wing feathers, and all the other design elements were crisply embossed by an exacting blow from the dies. Only the slightest hint of friction appears on the highest points and in the fields, barely perceptible to the unaided eye. A vibrant golden hue is brought to life by the reflection and you really cannot beat this coin’s eye appeal! PCGS 8, NGC 10, CAC 4. After thirty-one full years of grading coins, PCGS has graded two coins finer: the finest being the Ellis Robison- Reed Hawn- Lawrence Cutler, MD-Nevada- Battle Born Collection coin, a PCGS/CAC coin that sold in the 2012 ANA for $43,125. The second finest is the recently sold A.J. Vanderbilt Collection PCGS MS62 that sold in March 2018 for $90,0000! Per the 2001 Winter census, this coin is tied for 3rd finest. Our consignor purchased this rarity privately from our sister firm, Legend Numismatics in 2007, and prior to that, this coin was part of an extensive collection of Liberty Half Eagles sold in the February 2007 Pre-Long Beach Auction. This piece was not CAC at the time, and since that time, only one CAC-approved AU58 has sold in auction, selling for $27,025 in August 2012. With its nearly Mint State status, and being among the absolute finest known examples, the presently offered “GEM” AU will certainly excite even the most jaded collector of rare U.S. gold coins. PCGS# 8334 | ESTIMATE: $23,000+346

THE OAK CREST COLLECTION OF CARSON CITY HALF EAGLESLOT 714$5 1875-CC PCGS AU55 CACIn high-end AU, the 75-CC is a VERY RARE coin; indeed,if not for a small group of VF and XF coins that came outinto the market two decades ago, the overall rarity of thisdate would be comparable to the 72-CC and 73-CC. Ofan original mintage of 11,828, somewhere around 150examples are estimated to survive, as said, mostly in lowergrades. Choice AU55 pieces, as here are very rare, withonly two Mint State coins graded higher.The Oak Crest coin has a rich honey-orange golden withaccents of a greenish hue across the surfaces. A bold, satinyluster has a almost glossy texture. While a strong glassreveals a few ancient lines and a few old circulation marks,the naked eye appeal is exceptional. Both sides featurevery well struck up design elements, with only a touch ofweakness at the azure of the shield. Struck from Winter1-B dies, which features a bold doubled die reverse. Thisdoubling is easily seen at FIVE D.PCGS 6, NGC 9, CAC 4. There are only two coins finerat PCGS, the Robison-Hawn-Battle Born collection coinin MS61 and the MS63 coin that last sold in 2007 for$103,500. This coin sits firmly in the Winter conditioncensus, as well as the PCGS CoinFacts census. Ourconsignor purchased this coin in 2013, and it does notmatch any of the AU55s that appear in our auctiondatabase. No CAC-approved AU55 has ever sold inauction. The most recent PCGS-graded example sold inAugust 2017, realizing $20,563. The current PCGS PriceGuide value is $22,500. Anyone working on a specializedset of Carson City gold needs to reflect that this handsomeAU55 is tied for third finest graded at PCGS. With the twoMint State coins presumably in strong hands, who knowswhen a comparable opportunity might occur. Be sure toview this beauty and bid accordingly!PCGS# 8337 | ESTIMATE: $20,000+ 347

THE OAK CREST COLLECTION OF CARSON CITY HALF EAGLES LOT 715 $5 1876-CC PCGS AU58 CAC The 1876-CC is a unique case study in the Carson City half eagle set. It boasts the lowest mintage of all CC-mint fives, standing at a production level of 6,887--however, its rarity is overshadowed by other, more famous dates in the series-- but David Akers wrote that it is “approximately the same rarity as the 1871-CC, 1872-CC, and 1877-CC, and a little more rare than the 1874-CC.” The survival estimates suggest somewhere between 100 and 125 survive in all grades, and the typical survivor is usually seen in XF or lower grades. Because of improvements made at the Carson City mint, the quality of production vastly improved in 1876, and all the half eagles were produced in the second half of the year. The improvements resulted in better quality of striking of gold coins, as earlier date CC-gold have weak or uneven strikes. Only a single die pair was used and all known examples have a large die lump on Liberty’s neck. Like sometimes seen on high grade examples of the issue, the fields offer a distinctive, semi-reflective luster that grabs the viewer’s attention from across the room. A light rose tinge to the brilliant golden surfaces accents a strong strike, clearly the improvements made to the machinery had its desired effect! Every detail is razor sharp from an exacting blow from the dies. We do note that under a glass, some minor abrasions are visible, acquired during its brief time in wild west commerce. PCGS 3, NGC 7, CAC 1. The coin offered here is solidly in the condition census--arguably the 3rd finest known, as it is the only CAC approved AU58. Indeed, it is bested by only an NGC MS61 and the monster Eliasberg-Battle Born MS66. As a clue to the difficulty finding an example of this date is, the extensive Old West Collection sold by ANR in 2006 lacked an example. Our consignor purchased this coin in 2007. The most recent example to sell in auction was the ex Nevada Collection (listed as as Winter condition census #3, and the plate coin in the 2001 Winter book) sold for $37,600 in the September 2016 sale of the Twelve Oaks Collection. The only other PCGS coin to sell in the October 1999 Bass II Auction. Even nearly 20 years ago, that coin realized $26,450. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $35,000, and keep in mind the only higher grade PCGS coin is a $450,000+ item, so any collector building the FINEST PCGS-graded set needs to prepare for a drawn out bidding competition. What a great coin for any serious gold collection. We can see this coin far surpassing our estimate! PCGS# 8340 | ESTIMATE: $30,000+348