Lot # | Auction | Current Bid or Hammer Price | Description |
536 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $700.00 |
1888 NGC PF-66 CAMEO.
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French Connection Estate. Although much luster pinwheels through the fields, all the devices display more than enough matte frost to command a cameo designation. Combine that with pristine silvery... |
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325 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2012 on 07/27/2012 | $675.00 |
1888 PCGS PF-66.
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Excellent eye-appeal starts with pristine aluminum-grey surfaces and benefits from sizzling luster that is quite unlike the usual proof reflectivity. Razor sharp details, on the other hand, are as... |
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490 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2011 on 07/29/2011 | $500.00 |
1888 (P03, plate coin) PCGS PF-65 (green label).
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1888 P03, Plate coin. Resubmission would likely garner a "CAM" consideration, since the frosty devices contrast well with pristine field mirrors. Trivial flecks of grey and tobacco-tan affect each... |
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536 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $525.00 |
1888 PCGS PF-65.
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Shimmering amber-beige surfaces offer a touch of cameo contrast at equal concentration on both sides. Generally pristine except for minute deposits of some sort of waxy residue in the date area. |
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338 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $700.00 |
1888 NGC PF-66.
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When viewing this piece with a strong glass, the second "8" of the date shows evidence of repunching. Delicate golden nuances enhance this issue's frosty design elements and reflective fields giving... |
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339 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $585.00 |
1888 NGC PF-66.
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The delightful golden blush that adorns the reflective surfaces of this Proof specimen supports its frosted motifs and complements its crisp detailing. Scrutinizing the obverse with a strong glass... |
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392 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $700.00 |
1888 NGC PF-66.
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Examination of the coin is inhibited by marks on the certified holder, but this appears to be a lovely type coin with no distractions and nice luster. |
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328 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $725.00 |
1888 NGC PF-66* CAMEO.
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This simply stunning issue depicts delicate frosty devices that are supported by deeply mirrored surfaces. Hints of golden iridescence, virtually pristine surfaces, and crisp design elements make it... |
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914 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $360.00 |
1888 PCGS PF-63.
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There is a definite contrast between the reflective fields and more frosty devices. Only a couple of light lines in front of Liberty prevent this coins from grading PF-65. |
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915 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $550.00 |
1888 PCGS PF-65.
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An astounding Gem example from a recorded mintage of 4,582 issues. An enriching blending of rose and blue copiously bedecks the frosty motifs and velvety fields. A commanding strike for an otherwise... |
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916 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $550.00 |
1888 PCGS MS-65.
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Highly lustrous and nicely struck. It is quite obvious that this coin has been well preserved since being minted as hardly a mark can be detected. |
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917 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $700.00 |
1888 NGC PF-66.
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Sky blue and sunset orange gleam from the reflective obverse surfaces, and a more subdued, but equally appealing, rose radiates on the reverse. A light line in front of Liberty's nose appears to be... |
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1095 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $120.00 |
1888 MS-63 Scratched.
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A small series of scratches just to the right of Liberty will likely prevent NGC or PCGS from grading this otherwise MS-63/64 coin. Solid detail with somewhat reflective surfaces. |
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1096 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $280.00 |
1888 NGC PF-64.
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Great reflectivity is observed on the obverse, and the devices have a semi-cameo aspect. There is a small toning fleck just to the left of Liberty's nose, but this is still an attractive and solid... |
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1097 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $465.00 |
1888 PCGS PF-65.
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A magnificent Gem that is delicately toned in shades of rose and blue. Virtually devoid of any blemish, this prominently struck example has an heirloom aspect. |
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412 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $525.00 |
1888 PCGS PF-65.
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Exquisite frosty design elements complement the reflective fields on this next to last date for this denomination. A scant number of microscopic toning flecks are unobtrusive on this boldly struck... |
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