The Midwest Winter Sale 2009
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Please Note: A 15% Buyers' Premium is added to the hammer price of all lots in this sale.
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Lot Title:
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1878 ANACS Proof Cleaned, Net PF-60.
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Description:
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A quick glance at this reflective coin gives the impression of a very nice proof, but the ANACS disclaimer of "cleaned" is confirmed by subtle diagonal hairlines on the obverse, and corresponding vertical hairlines on the reverse. They are apparent only at certain viewing angles. Subsequent toning has produced a remarkable overall "oil slick" pattern, particularly on the reverse where pastel streaks of magenta, chartreuse and baby blue swirl together to remarkable effect. A surprisingly attractive coin, given the disclaimer.
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Low Estimate:
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$650.00 |
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High Estimate:
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$900.00 |
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Lot Status:
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Bidding has been closed for this lot. |
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Hammered Price: |
$1,200.00
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Price Realized:
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$1,380.00 |
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Price history for items of the same classification:
| Lot # | Auction | Current Bid or Hammer Price | Description |
| 378 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $1,600.00 |
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1878 NGC PF-64.
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7070 Collection. Quality seems more than adequate for PF-64, as neither side actually shows any noticeable hairlines at all. However, some carbon spotting could be what barred a gem grade. Struck... |
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| 364 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2010 on 07/23/2010 | $1,500.00 |
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1878 PCGS PF-64 (ogh).
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The PCGS green-label holder identifies this proof shield nickel as grading PF-64, and the coin is well suited to that conservative assessment. Chrome-bright surfaces gleam with distinctive... |
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| 247 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/12/2010 | $1,800.00 |
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1878 PCGS PF-66.
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Exquisitely sharp details are more finely detailed than usual even for a proof striking, probably indicating a fairly fresh die. Though only the slightest contrast may be seen, fields are... |
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| 189 | The Collectors' Auction 2009 on 10/16/2009 | $1,500.00 |
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1878 PCGS PF-65.
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A hands down, no question gem that actually appears slightly finer from the obverse alone. Despite the proof format, cartwheel luster figures prominently into the appearance of both sides, though... |
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