| Lot # | Auction | Current Bid or Hammer Price | Description |
| 351 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $330.00 |
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Ornate Pin made from an 1884 Morgan dollar.
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Tush Acreage Estate. Collector appeal: "A+". The obverse still shows remnants of where a pin was previously mounted but subsequently removed. The important side, which is the engraved reverse,... |
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| 352 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $925.00 |
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Twenty-seven casino tokens, as described.
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Brock Megran Collection. It wasn't until late in the 1980's that the presence of casinos outside of Nevada and Atlantic City became commonplace in the United States, so the "classic era" of casino... |
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| 353 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $425.00 |
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1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition Gold 1/4 an 1/2 tokens, both NGC...
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The 1/4 token grades MS-65 according to NGC and beams with prooflike reflectivity, and the 1/2 token is certified by NGC as grading MS-64. These are non-denominated in order to keep them legal, and... |
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| 354 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $210.00 |
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Love Token - Two fancy pieces
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Tush Acreage Estate. An 1892 Barber dime features a fanciful lighthouse within an apple-shaped silhouette, accompanied by some not-quite-decipherable writing on the left (collector appeal: "A-"). ... |
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| 355 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $475.00 |
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Love Token - Three exceptional transportation scenes
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Tush Acreage Estate. Here is a drop-dead, all-out gorgeous trio of engraved coins, executed in contemporary 19th century style, depicting transportation scenes. First is an 1877 quarter with a steam... |
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| 356 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $310.00 |
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Love Token - Fancy HSM on a 1876 Seated half-dollar.
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Tush Acreage Estate. Collector appeal: "A". The acronym "HMS" can stand for many things (if not someone's name) such as "Her Majesty's Service", or "Hour Minute Second", or "Hazardous Materials... |
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| 357 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $1,250.00 |
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World War II Navy Pilot Survival Kit with X-Ray.
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Green Eggs and Ham Consignment. Serial number 1286 according to X-ray. Partially opened, the black rubber box proclaims ""If Found Return To / ComNavAirLant (CNAL 34) / Norfolk, Virginia". This is... |
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| 359 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $310.00 |
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1904 So-Called Dollar, HK-323, International Nickel Co.
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Given an R.4 scarcity rating, the HK-323 shows up so infrequently at auction and in dealer stock that it would seem to warrant an even higher estimate. Most pieces will be found to be rather choice... |
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| 360 | The Collectors' Auction - 2014 on 10/17/2014 | $2,900.00 |
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Restrike - 1855 Gold $50, S.S. Central America, PCGS GEM Proof.
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No outer packaging is included, but the coin remains just as beautiful and near-perfect as can be within the larger protective frame. Cataloger's note: top two corners of the protective glass front... |
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| 463 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $800.00 |
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1861 Confederate Cent Smithsonian "Restrike" Private Issue Set.
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The Smithsonian Institute has the original dies for this Confederate issue, and produced so-called "restrikes" in 2011 to mark the 150th anniversary of the original striking. This is a superb,... |
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| 464 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $1,000.00 |
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1861 Confederate Cent Smithsonian "Restrike" Private Issue Set.
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Remarkably, our auction features two complete sets of Smithsonian Institute restrikes of the Confederate issued cents, produced in copper, silver, gold, and platinum. Each coin exhibits blazing cameo... |
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| 465 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $1,500.00 |
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1904 World's Fair Imperial German Plaque, Bronze.
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The original blue outer box was not supplied with this plaque, yet it retains superb eye-appeal, deriving in part from the marvelous, original deep olive-brown patina, lovingly preserved for both... |
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| 466 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $390.00 |
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Hobo Engraving - Undated Buffalo Nickel.
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Collector appeal: "B+" in our opinion. A classic motif, possibly done by Bo Hughes or in imitation of his style, with ethnic characteristics plainly evident. The derby hat with a bow has been nicely... |
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| 467 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $1,000.00 |
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Group of Museum Curator Counter-Stamp coins.
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The consignor's great-uncle was the curator for a small, private Missouri museum that displayed many world coins, including some U.S. issues (we note a Fugio, Massachusetts halfpenny, New Jersey, and... |
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| 468 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $3,200.00 |
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Restrike - 1855 Gold $50, S.S. Central America, PCGS Gem Proof.
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PCGS encapsulated the coin and called it "Gem Proof" which adequately conveys the impression of very high quality production and immaculate surfaces, which is what one expects since these restrikes... |
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| 469 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $500.00 |
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Sixty Gallery Mint reproductions.
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A large selection of popular replicas includes a silver-center cent, 1793 and 1794 half-cents, a 1792 disme and half-disme, 1796 quarter, 1796 draped-bust half-dollars, 1794 dollar, and plenty of... |
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| 470 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $380.00 |
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Love Tokens - Twenty more ornate pieces
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Host coins include one Barber dime, and the rest are seated dimes. "C+" or better quality should be apparent for each of these, as the designs range from ornate to downright impressive. The best... |
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| 471 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $150.00 |
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Love Tokens - Group of eight on half-dimes
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Only half-dimes serve as hosts for this group of love tokens, with a couple that fall high in our "B" range of collector appeal. Otherwise, these are pretty nice, average to slightly above average... |
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| 472 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $380.00 |
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Love Tokens - Group of twenty interesting pieces
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Two quarter-sized hosts, and then a group of half-dime to dime-sized hosts from the U.S. and abroad comprise this group of engraved coins, nearly all of them love tokens (one appears to be an... |
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| 473 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $150.00 |
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Love Tokens - Group of four unusual host coins
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We list host coins as follows: 1849 German mark "B", undated Liberty nickel "C", 1877-? half-dollar "B", and 1883 Liberty nickel ("D" due to unintended scratches). |
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| 474 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $210.00 |
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Love Token - Gold Dollar "Kate"
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A- quality. "Kate" must have been someone special to warrant sacrifice of a whole gold dollar, and the engraver certainly had skill as he created a highly detailed texture and expertly balanced... |
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| 475 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $240.00 |
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Love Tokens - Twenty pieces
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These all are hosted on seated Liberty dimes and will fall into the "C-" to "C+" collector appeal range, as about a third feature a single letter monogram, and the rest feature two or more letters. ... |
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| 476 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $260.00 |
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Love Tokens - Group of twelve with names or phrases
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Host coins include world and U.S. examples ranging in size from half-dime through dime. The additional work involved in creating named or worded tokens leads these to fall mostly into the "B-" to... |
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| 477 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $95.00 |
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Love Tokens - Gold coin "EF" - Shamrocks
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"B" quality mostly because the artist took the time to engrave both sides, but also because it cannot have been easy to work such a small, thin coin. "EF" has been carefully engraved as large as it... |
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| 478 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $100.00 |
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Love Tokens - Gold Dollar "CD" - planed side
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"B" quality. Planed on one side with no design at all, the other side features "CD" engraved in decorative script. Rather pleasing with a loop attached at top. |
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| 479 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $210.00 |
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Love Tokens - 1880 Morgan dollar, as described
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"B+" collector appeal, which we would say mainly because the inscription is on an 1880-? silver dollar and also provides intimate sentiments. The inscription appears to state "A.L. ROGER TO MAUR??TH... |
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| 480 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $130.00 |
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Love Tokens - 1898 gold coin, as described
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18mm. Looped and inscribed on an unknown gold coin. The inscriptions appear to read GK / 1898 with some attractive decoration to the letters themselves. "C" quality or so. |
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| 481 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $160.00 |
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Love Tokens - Group of six on Seated quarters
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One host quarter merely shows a star and radiating lines engraved on the reverse, while the rest have been lettered. "C" to "B-" quality overall by our reckoning. |
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| 482 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $290.00 |
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Religious Token - "Ricordo di Roma"
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"A" quality. "Ricordo di Roma" can be seen engraved on one side, while the other depicts an absolutely lovely religious scene, presumably seen by the artist while in Rome. Engraved on a... |
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| 483 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $260.00 |
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Engraved and Cut-Out Token on South Africa 2-shillings
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"A" quality due to the quaint and unusual subject, which depicts a pipe-smoker wearing a vintage stoker hat. The design has been fully engraved and partly cut out form emphasis - not an easy task on... |
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| 484 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $290.00 |
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Tokens - 220 Casino and 200 Miscellaneous
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Good representation of numerous casinos extends back to at least the 1980s, with most being dollar sized. An extensive array of familiar name brands includes Flamingo, Ameristar, Harrah's, Luxor, and... |
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| 485 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $230.00 |
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Tokens - 250 transportation tokens
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A stunning array of transportation tokens represents numerous bus lines across the continent, stretching from Fresno CA, to Honolulu HA, to Sioux Falls SD, to Rose City OR, down to Dallas TX and... |
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| 486 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $425.00 |
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Collection of Red Books from 1947 (First Printing) through 1993.
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White Mare Collection. The difference between the first and second printing of the 1947 Redbook occurs at the bottom of page 135. That included here is the extremely desirable first edition, as it... |
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| 487 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2014 on 07/18/2014 | $310.00 |
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1896 Bryan Dollar, HK-785, AU.
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Strictly original with perfect ash-pewter toning, and this color scheme only helps promote the fine details on either side of this very popular politically-motivated issue. These large coins... |
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| 497 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $525.00 |
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Two love tokens on $3 gold pieces.
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New World Estate. The 3-dollar denomination provides an unusual and quite scarce backdrop for a pair of love tokens, both rendered in pleasing artistic fashion. These have each been looped and given... |
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| 498 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $230.00 |
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Seven Exonumia Pieces.
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New World Estate. Cool stuff has been relegated to this septet and should attract some attention from the exonumia collectors among us (you know who you are). We list a pair of Civil War tokens and... |
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| 499 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $800.00 |
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Engraved 1889 dollar, National Silver Convention 1889 St. Louis.
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New World Estate. 1889 witnessed the first National Silver Convention, and it took place in St. Louis, MO, from November 26 through 28. The engraved legends on this 1889 dollar appear to mark the... |
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| 500 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $310.00 |
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Hobo engraving on a 1914 nickel.
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Collector appeal: "B-" in our opinion, Bo Hughes per consignor and provenance (ex-FUN 1/7/95:13). An Amish motif includes strandlike hair, but the cap shows only trivial embellishment. A little dark... |
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| 501 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $75.00 |
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Hobo engraving on a 1913 nickel, ex-ANA Museum.
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Collector appeal: "C" in our opinion, unknown artist. The beard has been fully rendered, but the cap has been rather crudely outlined, and the left field appears to have been punched, causing... |
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| 502 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $55.00 |
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Hobo engraving on a circa 1930 nickel, ex-ANA Museum.
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Collector appeal: "C" in our opinion, unknown artist. This may be an interrupted work in progress, as the texture basically flows in only one direction at the beard. The brim of hat appears to have... |
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| 503 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $625.00 |
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Hobo engraving on a 1920 nickel, OHNS certificate.
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Collector appeal: "A-" in our opinion, Bo Hughes (probably). OHNS suggest "above average" workmanship, which is for sure the case. The rabbi motif was likely carved between 1959 and 1964 per the... |
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| 504 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $390.00 |
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Hobo engraving on a 1914 nickel.
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Collector appeal: "B-" in our opinion. A full beard of ethnic appearance has been engraved and resonates with Bo Hughes' handiwork. |
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| 505 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $180.00 |
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Hobo engraving on a 1935 nickel.
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Collector appeal: "B" in our opinion, unknown artist. The same texture was used for both hat and beard, perhaps representing a minor artistic shortcut, but the handiwork was performed with at least... |
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| 506 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $400.00 |
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Hobo engraving on a 1916-D quarter, OHNS certificate.
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Collector appeal: "A-" in our opinion, unknown artist. OHNS suggest quality this is "above average", but the key here is just how cool a hobo engraving is on a Barber quarter, especially in that it... |
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| 507 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $2,500.00 |
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Hobo engraving on both sides of a 1913 nickel, OHNS certificate.
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Collector appeal: "A+" in our opinion. Probably the most unusual item ever to earn the Scotsman Cataloger's Choice award, as this is a hobo engraving on a 1913 nickel that races right past the... |
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| 508 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $290.00 |
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1896 Bryan Dollar, HK-780, Choice AU.
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Surfaces exhibit marvelous pewter-tan patina overall, delicately shaded toward gentle turquoise iridescence across the majority of the left side, and toward the upper left quadrant of the reverse. ... |
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| 509 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $100.00 |
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Two So-Called Dollars, NGC.
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Avant Garde Collection. First is an HK-283 (NGC MS-61), which marks the Trans-Mississippi Expo from 1898, and this coin displays terrific details over wonderfully mirrored fields. The other is a... |
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| 510 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $400.00 |
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Encased Postage - Gage Brothers, Chicago 5-cent (EP-77), F.
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New World Estate. Fine or better grade, with olive-grey toning on the encasing. The stamp was favorably centered overall, with US POSTAGE just slightly obscured at the top. Pleasing and affordable... |
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| 511 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $925.00 |
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A 2008 1/10oz gold Buffalo BU, plus a group of mostly silver coins.
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New World Estate. The 2008 1/10-ounce buffalo offers the only gold content for this group of basically bullion pieces. We note some American Silver Eagles (one wildly toned), a few commemorative... |
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| 696 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $425.00 |
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Twenty-three silver advertising rounds.
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Liberty Mast Estate. Round round, get around, a tube of rounds! All advertise Coast To Coast Coins, and each attributes as one ounce of .999 fine silver. These are dated 1999 and appear to be... |
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| 697 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $425.00 |
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Twenty-one 1oz sterling silver bars in an album.
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7070 Collection. Designs on the bars have a tropical vacation theme, showing such exotic names as Sanibel Island, Cabbage Key, and Coconut Palm. These are cast bars, not struck, and therefore have a... |
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| 698 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $320.00 |
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Seattle World's Fair Official Medals in a Whitman Album.
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Incredible striking pressure must have been required to bring these medals to such exceptionally high relief. Unlike many commercial collectables, these have truly intricate details and aesthetic... |
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| 699 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $3,200.00 |
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Gettysburg Anniversary Reunion Gold Medal.
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Whitehead & Hoag (Newark, NJ) struck versions of the Battle of Gettysburg, 50th Anniversary 1913 Reunion Gold Medal in bronze, silver and gold, with the mintage of the gold version said to be just... |
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| 700 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $575.00 |
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Collection of Papal coins and medals.
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Mokhnenko's World Gold Collection. Twenty-two coins in total retain protection within their respective outer packaging. Proofs, medals and "unc" coins have representation in this group, and as... |
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| 701 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $1,000.00 |
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Encased Postage - Irving House, NY 12-cent (EP-150, R.7), Fine.
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Bold, strong lettering shows light wear on the reverse, though this side does exhibit some relatively unimportant verdigris in areas. The stamp was beautifully centered upon production, and shows... |
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| 702 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $975.00 |
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Encased Postage - Joseph Bates, Boston 1-cent (EP-6a, R.6), XF.
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The mica offers very minimal signs of distress, with trivial crackling near the upper right and minimal scuffing elsewhere. Most Joseph Bates issues are very rare, EP-6a being the only reasonably... |
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| 703 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $725.00 |
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Encased Postage - Gage Brothers, Chicago 10-cent (EP-114), About New.
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Kibitz Koinsignment. The back still retains a considerable amount of silvering over pleasing, original olive-brass patina. Perhaps even more remarkable, the quality of the mica well exceeds that... |
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| 704 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/26/2013 | $75.00 |
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Collection of campaign buttons and pins.
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More like an aggregation, really, as the consignor found these amongst his inherited possessions. We note buttons of various origin, with such titles as Remember Bidwill, Dewey Bricker, I am a... |
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| 467 | The Collectors' Auction 2012 on 10/05/2012 | $350.00 |
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Two so-called dollars. HK-399 AU, and HK-785 VF.
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HK-399 looks UNC at first glance, but closer inspection reveals a touch of wear, as well as some isolated but moderately etched, greenish corrosion spots. This is a popular Panama-Pacific issue. ... |
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| 468 | The Collectors' Auction 2012 on 10/05/2012 | $380.00 |
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1896 Bryan Dollar (HK-781), uniface.
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Probably very-fine and fully original. Most references consider the HK-781 "uniface" Bryan dollar to be rare (R.5), and for sure, not too many ever make it to auction. Nine lines of text spell out... |
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| 382 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2012 on 07/27/2012 | $170.00 |
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Hobo Nickel.
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Tooled so as to represent a classic hobo or derelict of 1940s vintage, with the details deeply sculpted, yet not quite as meticulously crafted as may sometimes be seen. Crumbs of greenish verdigris... |
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| 383 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2012 on 07/27/2012 | $95.00 |
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HBC Tokens.
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Extreme simplicity of design reflects the bleak, winter arctic landscape for which these were manufactured. Hudson's Bay Company issued sets of six tokens (the present lot includes five) for use in... |
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| 267 | The Collectors' Auction 2011 on 10/21/2011 | $240.00 |
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(1897) Bickford so-called dollar (HK-834) NGC MS-64.
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Designed for use in eight different nations, with corresponding currency equivalents listed, the Bickford dollar was struck in aluminum with centers of varying metallic content. HK-834 indicates... |
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| 268 | The Collectors' Auction 2011 on 10/21/2011 | $200.00 |
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1898 Tans-Mississippi Expo so-called dollar (HK-283) NGC MS-64.
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Struck in stunning format that somewhat resembles a golden proof, since the fields exhibit nice reflectivity. What appears at casual glance to be an intermittent vertical scratch through the portrait... |
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| 269 | The Collectors' Auction 2011 on 10/21/2011 | $210.00 |
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Philippines Under U. S. Sovereignty 1903 Proof Peso ICG PF-60.
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Sharply defined and reflective. As is expected of a PF-60 grade, the surfaces show signs of being lightly mishandled, with tiny ticks and abrasions noticeable along with an incidental hairline here... |
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| 89 | The Collectors' Auction 2010 on 10/15/2010 | $875.00 |
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1999 Gallery Mint Replica Brasher Doubloon and accompanying 2 oz.,...
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The Gallery Mint reproduction of the famed Brasher Doubloon is far more classy and stylish than one might expect. Though not really of the appearance of a colonial coin, the famous design is... |
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| 90 | The Collectors' Auction 2010 on 10/15/2010 | $1,200.00 |
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John W. Norris, Chicago, Five Cents Red Brown Encased Postage (EP-87,...
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Several if not all denominations of encased postage stamps attributed to John W. Norris of Chicago are very rare, and not just in the colloquial sense. At the time of today's sale, fewer than five... |
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| 91 | The Collectors' Auction 2010 on 10/15/2010 | $775.00 |
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1879 Kahului & Wailuku Railroad (issurer Thomas H. Hobron) 12-1/2...
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Kahului Railroad Company was founded in 1879 by former sea captain Thomas H. Hobron, William Bailey, and William Smith to transport sugar on narrow gauge rails from East Maui fields to the mills in... |
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| 92 | The Collectors' Auction 2010 on 10/15/2010 | $3,900.00 |
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(1864 - 1866) U. S. Mint Washington and Lincoln gold medalette by...
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It is unclear whether the edge of the medal is in direct contact with the contemporary mount, but each face is exquisitely protected from environmental effects by a thick, glass-clear cabochon on each... |
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| 93 | The Collectors' Auction 2010 on 10/15/2010 | $250.00 |
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1834 Attleboro, MA. S. B. Schenck (HT-158, Low-8, R.1). NGC MS-64 BN.
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(ex-Heritage 9/15/2006: 6173) A website entitled "Old Wood-Working Machines" aptly describes the history of this token, given as follows: This maker was in business from 1832 until at least... |
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| 94 | The Collectors' Auction 2010 on 10/15/2010 | $330.00 |
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(1833) "I Take The Responsibility" Cent-Sized Political Type Token...
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Refreshingly attractive, the obverse has every bit the quality of a "gem", and that would have been an appropriate overall grade assessment if not for a singular corrosion spot near the top of the... |
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| 173 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2010 on 07/23/2010 | $475.00 |
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1837 Feuchtwanger 1 Cent Hard Times Token (Low-120, NY HT-268(3E),...
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Lewis Feuchtwanger wrote four books on mineralogy and chemistry, and in 1837, created tokens based on so-called "German Silver", a tough, hard alloy comprised of copper, nickel, zinc, tin and trace... |
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| 174 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2010 on 07/23/2010 | $150.00 |
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1864 Watertown, WI "T. Racek" Token (F-920M-1b), one beer, NGC MS-65.
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Lovely prooflike fields on the "good for" side feature extremely appealing brassy-gold color, splashed at the edges with burgundy accents. The date side features a stunning allegorical representation... |
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| 175 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2010 on 07/23/2010 | $340.00 |
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1898 Alaska Souvenir Gold, Pinch Series, HK-844, R.6. NGC AU-58.
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Although the "head right" is substantially more common than the "head left", the counterpoint in direction against the far more familiar left-facing Indian head cent portrait can be startling at first... |
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| 176 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2010 on 07/23/2010 | $800.00 |
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1918 Illinois Centennial Official's Badge with Illinois Commemorative...
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The 1918 Illinois Centennial half-dollar was one of the few success stories in the commemorative series, with not a single piece returned to the melting pot, given sale of the entire mintage. Unlike... |
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| 177 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2010 on 07/23/2010 | $290.00 |
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1986 20th Anniversary Caesars Palace Gaming Token.
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The rare $100 denomination "Caesar's Palace Twentieth Anniversary" gaming token was struck in .999 silver and selectively layered in 10K gold. Approximately the size and weight of a silver dollar. |
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| 88 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/12/2010 | $650.00 |
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2000 U.S. Mint First Steam Coinage Press 3 coin set.
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2000 U.S. Mint First Steam Coinage Press three coin set. Consisting of a gold, silver and copper medal. The 22kt gold medal weighs 25.8 grams. Papers and original packaging are included. |
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| 89 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/12/2010 | $250.00 |
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1904 Louisiana Purchase Expo Official Souvenir Medal/ HK-304/Gilt ....
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One of the most popular entries in the so-called dollar series, this HK-304 represents the gilt version of the official medal struck by the Federal Mint exhibit on the exposition grounds. While... |
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| 90 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/12/2010 | $110.00 |
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1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition Opening Day Admission...
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As described in the May issue of San Francisco's "Guidelines" comes this narrative that may best describe this wonderful lot: San Franciscans bought 100,000 Opening Day badges at 50 cents each,... |
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| 91 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/12/2010 | $320.00 |
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1933 Pedley-Ryan Dollar/ Type IV/HK-825/ Cosmique Collection. NGC...
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Naturally, a "coin" with such little detail by which to assess condition is difficult to grade, yet this is obviously an exceptionally well preserved example of HK-825, a popular so-called dollar. ... |
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| 55 | The Collectors' Auction 2009 on 10/16/2009 | $180.00 |
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1876 U.S. Centennial Exposition Philadelphia, PA So-called Dollar/...
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A so-called dollar that was struck at the Centennial Exposition at the mint exhibit. Quite a bit nicer than average, with reflective fields and nearly sharp details. Colorfully toned and seemingly... |
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| 344 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $875.00 |
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Twenty-six type coins.
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An eclectic selection of mostly 19th century type coins comprises this lot. They are listed here with attributions as appropriate: two-cents: 1864 LM (XF-40), 1864 LM (F-12/cleaned), 1867... |
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| 345 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $1,100.00 |
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Eleven type coins.
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An interesting lot of 18th century type coins, several of them very nice. Included are: two-cents: 1864 LM (AU-50/reverse lightly corroded), 1869 (XF-40/recolored), three-cent nickel: 1865 (AU-50)... |
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| 346 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $190.00 |
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Five certified type coin varieties.
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A potpourri of five slabbed coins. Included are 1939-D "rev of 1940" nickel (NGC AU-58), 2004-D "extra leaf high" Wisconsin quarter (ANACS MS-65), 2004-S Wisconsin quarter (NAC PR-70 DCAM... |
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| 347 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $600.00 |
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Five certified type coins.
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An eclectic assemblage of more common certified type coins comprise this lot. Included are: 1892 cent (NGC MS-64 RB), 1865 two-cent (PCGS MS-64 RB), 1861 half-dime (PCGS AU-50), 1875 dime (NGC... |
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| 348 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $675.00 |
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Forty-six Small Cent and Nickel type coins.
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A sizable lot of small cents and nickels, including mostly Indian cents and a dipped 1916 Lincoln, and some earlier nickels. 35x Indian cents and a Lincoln form the bulk of the lot, and are... |
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| 349 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $825.00 |
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Twenty-eight minor type issues.
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A bonanza of small denomination type coins, including many silver pieces. The coins are listed with abbreviated grades as follows: 1865 two-cent (AU/cleaned), 1853 three-cent (VF), 1858 three-cent... |
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| 350 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $1,550.00 |
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Three Half Cents, Five Large Cents and Eight Small Cents.
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Commercial grades only are offered for this group of unattributed coins. Individually, they are listed as: 1806 half-cents (XF/environmental damage), 1835 half-cent (XF), 1851 half-cent (XF/damaged),... |
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| 351 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $1,125.00 |
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Twelve miscellaneous type issues.
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Even though none of these is individually ultra-valuable, together these coins form a wonderful assortment of type selections for the true collector. A few were removed from slabs, as indicated. ... |
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| 352 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $525.00 |
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Three Piece BU Gold Set of 1909 Alaska Yukon-Pacific 1/4 DWT, 1/2 DWT...
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These interesting, diminutive pieces are part of the "Coins Of The West" gold token series and were privately struck by M. E. Hart Co. of San Francisco. A company that issued a number of similar gold... |
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| 353 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $675.00 |
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Eleven miscellaneous type coins.
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An eclectic lot of coins that will sometimes amuse, often befuddle and ultimately fulfill the wildest mystical numismatic fantasies of the fortunate high bidder. Need you any other reason for... |
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| 354 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $1,100.00 |
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Potpourri of thirteen miscellaneous proof type pieces.
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Highly entertaining modern proof coins comprise this lot, and though none are currently certified, some were removed from legitimate holders, with grades noted appropriately. Otherwise, the group is... |
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| 355 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $250.00 |
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Partial Album of Two-Cent Pieces (1864 - 1872) and Nickel Three-Cent...
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A Dansco album that includes partial sets of two-cents and three-cent nickels. Non-keys only are present, the 1879 three-cent nickel being the scarcest coin in the album. Personal inspection... |
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| 357 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $240.00 |
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Four certified half-dollars and one certified dollar. NGC.
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NGC has graded each member of this quintet, including: 1934 half (AU-58 but seriously appears MS-64), 1940-S half (MS-62), 1944-D half (MS-62 but appears MS-64 and weakly struck), 1956 type-2 proof... |
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| 358 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $400.00 |
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Three 20th century type coins.
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A lot of three bright and brilliant uncirculated type coins. Included are: 1903 Liberty nickel (MS-63 with repunched date), 1935-S Buffalo nickel (MS-65), and a 1926-D Standing Liberty quarter... |
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| 359 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $525.00 |
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1905 Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition Badge.
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This is a fortuitous opportunity for the advanced memorabilia collector of world's fairs to obtain a unique item from this exposition. Inscribed on the reverse is the name "Frank L. Merrick", whose... |
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| 360 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $525.00 |
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Two certified Indian Head cents plus six type issues.
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NGC has certified two of the coins in this lot, which are: 1905 Indian head cent (MS-62 BN) and 1909 Indian head cent (MS-64 RB but mislabeled as a "Lincoln" on the slab). Both grades are numerically... |
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| 361 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $475.00 |
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Three type issues.
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Type coins only are included in this interesting trio. An 1812 S-289 large-cent features details near the VF level, but the surfaces are moderately rough and the color somewhat dark, leading to an... |
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| 362 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $525.00 |
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Thirteen exquisitely toned type coins.
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Color soaks every member of this lucky thirteen coin lot, and several have been removed from legitimate holders. The coins are cataloged as follows: 1937-S nickel (ex-NGC MS-64, outrageous egg-yolk... |
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| 363 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $500.00 |
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Four Minor type coins and Two GSA Morgan dollars.
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Eclectic tastes collide in this interesting group of a half-dozen coins. Two GSA dollars in boxes with certificates are listed as: 1882-CC (MS-62) and 1884-CC (MS-63). A 1945-S half-dollar MS-60... |
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| 364 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $280.00 |
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Five Minor Type Coins.
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A group of miscellaneous coins that includes: 3x 1909-VDB Lincoln cents (Choice BU or so), 1943 dime (PCGS MS-66 FB), and 1943-D half (NGC MS-66). This last coin features a fascinating tone pattern... |
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| 365 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $360.00 |
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Pair of Sept. 16th, 1896, silver/52 mm., Bryan Dollars (HK-780, R-5,...
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The country still suffered from a depression stemming from the Panic of '93, and it was on a platform of "free silver" that William Jennings Bryan ran his candidacy in 1896, proclaiming "free silver"... |
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| 366 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $400.00 |
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Ten miscellaneous type coins.
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Another grab-bag of coins, some with interesting attributions. Included are: 1875 nickel (PCI photoslab MS-60), 1883 "no cents" nickel (SEGS MS-63 PL [MS-60], evidently with a doubled-die reverse),... |
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| 367 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $350.00 |
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Four Lincoln cent and Seven nickel type coin varieties.
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Lots of diversity is to be found for these varieties, mostly in PCI holders, along with two ANACS holders. Sans grade, cents include 1939 DDO, 1941 DDO, 1941 DDO and 1944-D/S OMM#2. Nickels include:... |
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| 368 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $950.00 |
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Nineteen Minor Denomination varieties.
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Unimaginable variety of mint errors and varieties are contained in this large lot. Personal inspection is required, else this entire page could be filled with endless description. Most are in PCI... |
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| 369 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $240.00 |
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Twenty-five certified modern Proof issues. ANACS.
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Small sized ANACS holders hold twenty-five modern proofs of various denominations. ANACS was known for being particularly tough on moderns during the time that they were using this sized slab, so... |
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| 370 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $800.00 |
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Twenty-nine minor type coin varieties.
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An astonishing array of varieties are represented in this lot of minor denomination coins. RPDs, RPMs, rotated dies, you name it, it's in there. Personal inspection is unconditionally required. |
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| 371 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $675.00 |
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Thirty certified minor coin denominations.
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Numerous die varieties described by ANACS and mostly PCI comprise this lot, the best probably being a 1946 doubled-die reverse half-dollar. These thirty coins require personal inspection prior to... |
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| 372 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $250.00 |
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Medley of Numismatic Issues.
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A potpourri of numismatic products makes up this lot, and the variety ensures the high bidder will spend plenty of time ascertaining which fellow coin collectors make the best trading partners. Four... |
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| 373 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $850.00 |
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Phoenicia - Tyre (126 BC - AD 65) silver Shekel. NGC AU.
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Less than 10% off center south on the obverse, while the reverse is very well centered. A small planchet crack nearly penetrates the top of Melqart's and the eagle's head. This coin appears... |
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| 374 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $575.00 |
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Phoenicia - Tyre (126 BC - AD65) silver Shekel. NGC AU.
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The NGC series of "Money Of The Bible" coins is replete with fascinating coins, this Phoenician shekel being one. Hardly any signs of circulation are visible, though of course, conservation likely... |
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| 375 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $390.00 |
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Greek - Syria (Seleucid Kingdom) Antiochus VII (138 -129 BC) silver...
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It often seems incredible that a coin of this quality could be produced with such crude tools as were used to strike coins in ancient times, but this particular tetradrachm is virtually perfectly... |
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| 376 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $1,100.00 |
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Three Kennedy half-dollars and Three American Silver Eagles. NGC PF70...
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The ultimate grade of NGC PF-70 UCAM applies to each member of this modern lot. Included are three silver Kennedy halves (2004-S, 2005-S, 2006-S) and three ASEs (1986-S, 1987-S, 1988-S). Stunning... |
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| 444 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $575.00 |
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Two silver Capped Bust type coins.
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An 1835 JR-5 dime and an 1838 B-1 quarter are included in this lot, and regrettably, both coins have been cleaned, the quarter more so than it's companion. The dime provides XF details and has... |
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| 445 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $300.00 |
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1921 Morgan dollar MS-64 and 1905 Coronet quarter-eagle MS-60.
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An unusual pairing couples a 1921 Morgan dollar that grades MS-64 with a 1904 quarter-eagle that grades MS-60. How often does this odd couple show up at a major auction? The dollar is pretty typical... |
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| 446 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $600.00 |
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Three Proof type coins.
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Intriguing proof coins comprise this trio. A 1942-P wartime nickel grades PF-65 and is embellished with very decent light cameo contrast. An 1893 Barber dime grades PF-62 and also features much... |
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| 447 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $200.00 |
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Three Certified type coins.
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A trio of certified type coins comprises this lot. An 1806 C-1 half-cent is in an NCS slab with fine details, but a disclaimer indicating "environmental damage". Your cataloger suggests that is an... |
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| 448 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $300.00 |
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Three certified World War II Proof issues.
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A lot of proof coins from the early 1940s. Included are: 1942 silver nickel (NGC PF-65), 1940 quarter (PCGS green label PF-66), and 1942 quarter (PCGS green label PF-66). All three coins are... |
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| 449 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $500.00 |
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Two Silver Three-Cent Pieces and Two Nickel Three-Cent Pieces.
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A terrific selection of three cent coins comprises this lot. Included are: 1855 (AU-50) three-cent silver, 1856 (AU-55), three-cent silver 1871 (MS-60) three-cent nickel, and 1875 (MS-63) three-cent... |
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| 450 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $400.00 |
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Five Eclectic type coins.
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An impression that these coins are too good to be true is confirmed by the fact that four of the five have been whizzed. The surface alteration precludes the necessity of attribution of the earlier... |
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| 451 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $380.00 |
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Four Colonials and Two Large cents.
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A lot of six early coppers, including two large-cents. Included are: 1723 Hibernia farthing (VF/corroded), 1723 Hibernia halfpenny (VF/corroded), 1760 Voce Populi (VF/burnished), 1787 New Jersey... |
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| 452 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $250.00 |
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Seven type coins.
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A lot of seven type coins, cataloged as follows: 1866 three-cent nickel (F-15), 1796 LM-1 "LIKERTY" half-dime (FR-2/plugged/bent/whizzed), 1829 LM-3 half-dime(VF-30/obverse scratched/reverse glue... |
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| 453 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $1,050.00 |
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One Twenty-Cent Piece and Eight Quarter Dollar type coins.
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Nine intriguing type coins constitute this lot, including a twenty-cent coin and eight quarters. The 1875 twenty-cent offers XF-45 details and delightful obverse rainbow rim toning, but an excess of... |
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| 454 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $650.00 |
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Ten type coins.
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Ten high grade modern type coins comprise this lot, dated between 1877 and 1963. Included are: 1954 cent (PF-67 RD), 1936 nickel (MS-65), 1955 nickel (PF-66), 1963 nickel (PF-65), 1891 dime (ex-NGC... |
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| 455 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $800.00 |
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Eight Small Cent type coins plus a Pair of Two-Cent pieces.
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A lot of enticing type coins, including small cents and two cent coins. The cents are cataloged as follows: 1857 (MS-60/grafitti above date), 1858 (XF-40), 1859 (AU-55), 1862 (MS-60/corroded edge),... |
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| 456 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $850.00 |
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Ten certified type coins.
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A lot of ten vintage type coins, all certified. Included are: 1826 C-1 half-cent (PCGS AU-55, not attributed), 1859 three-cent (NGC MS-62), 1850 half-dime (ICG AU-58), 1853 arrows half-dime (ICG... |
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| 457 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $825.00 |
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Eleven type coins.
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Type coins of various kinds comprise this interesting lot. Included are: 1804 C-12 half-cent (F-12), 1801 S-222 large cent (VG-8), 1866 nickel (AU-55), 1834 LM-2 half-dime (VF-30), 1840 "no drapery"... |
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| 458 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $350.00 |
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Twelve miscellaneous type coins.
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A dozen type coins provide nifty variety in this lot. Included are: 1866 two cent (VF-20), 1853 "arrows" half-dime (VF-20), 1833 dime (G-4), 1883 Hawaiian dime (VF-30), 1891 dime (VF-20), 1891-O dime... |
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| 459 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $1,000.00 |
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Twelve minor type coin potpourri.
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A potpourri of one dozen coins that makes up in variety what it may lack in aromatic fragrance. Included are: 1858 LL cent (AU-50/obverse scratched), 1859 cent (AU-58/dipped/retoned), 1864 CN cent... |
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| 460 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $500.00 |
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Thirteen 20th Century United States certified type coins.
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A baker's dozen of certified modern type coins. Included are: 1940-S cent (ANACS MS-67 RD), 1941 cent (ANACS MS-67 RD), 1930 cent (NGC MS-66 RD), 1943-D nickel (PCGS MS-65 FS), 1960-D nickel (ANACS... |
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| 461 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $800.00 |
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Thirteen early type coins.
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A baker's dozen coins are included in this lot, some attributed and every one dating to first decade of the 18th century. Included are: 1807 half-cent (G-4/bent), 1809/6 C-5 half-cent (XF-45/obverse... |
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| 462 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $100.00 |
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Dansco Album of World War II dated (1936 - 1945) foreign coins.
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Carefully lettered on the spine of this Dansco album is a label that states: "GERMAN OCCUPATION / W.W.2". This album presents a wonderful perspective on this era of the second World War during the... |
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| 463 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $350.00 |
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43 - 30 BC Mark Antony silver denarius.
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Mark Antony (43 - 30 BC) silver denarius . Very fine, scarce and of course very popular. |
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| 464 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $2,000.00 |
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193 - 211 AD Septimius Severus gold aureus.
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Septimus Severus (193 - 211 AD) gold aureus minted at Rome in 205 AD. Very fine and attractively centered. |
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| 465 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $1,150.00 |
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360 - 363 AD Julian II gold solidus.
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Julian II "The Apostate" (360 - 363 AD) gold solidus. Struck at the Antioch mint and rare. Very-fine or so with a couple of light bends and moderate scratches in the right obverse field. |
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| 466 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $1,000.00 |
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Four Ancient Roman Coins.
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Four ancient Roman coins, including Tiberius (14 - 37 AD) denarius, Trajan (98 - 117 AD) denarius, Marcus Aurelius (161 - 180) denarius, and Diocletian (285 - 305 AD) silvered follis. All are very... |
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| 467 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $5,850.00 |
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Capital Plastics board (1980 - 1984) of American Arts Gold Bullion...
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An astounding, incredibly attractive collection of American Arts gold commemoratives populate a handsome Capital plastic holder. Five one ounce, and five half ounce medallions are included, all dated... |
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| 468 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $875.00 |
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Undated Silver Ingot from the San Francisco Mint. Numbered 423/114/...
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An undated silver ingot comprised of high grade metal (999.75 fine), and weighing 23.98 ounces. This data, along with the number "423" are impressed upon one face of the bar in similar typeface, the... |
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| 469 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $1,350.00 |
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U. S. Proof Coins (1950 - 1964) By Denomination in Five Capital...
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What amounts to a run of proof sets, dated 1950 through 1964 (except there is no 1964 half) is encompassed by this large and impressive lot, with coins mounted by denomination in Capital Plastics... |
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| 470 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $3,800.00 |
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1995-W United States Mint Five Coin American Eagles (Gold and Silver)...
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Housed in its original mint packaging is this 1995-W five-coin American Eagles (Gold and Silver) tenth anniversary proof set. The coins are pristine and immaculate. |
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| 471 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $825.00 |
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World War II Eurpean U. S. Naval Pilot's Survival Gold Kit.
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During World War II survival kits were issued to United States Naval Pilots flying missions over either the European or the Asiatic theaters of operation. The contents of these kits varied for each... |
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| 472 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $825.00 |
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1933 Pedley-Ryan Dollar/ Type VI/ HK-827a (Robbins/ on the/ Corner...
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By 1933, silver was in very limited demand, in part because of the inability of Depression era private investors to spare the extra funds to purchase silver in bullion amounts. Except for circulating... |
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| 473 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $240.00 |
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World's Columbian Exposition (1892-3) So-Called Dollar/ HK-171/ Eglit...
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1893 World's Columbian Expo The Ferris Wheel One Of The Wonders Of The World with view of the Ferris Wheel and expo buildings struck in Aluminum. Seemingly better than merely MS-62 at first glance,... |
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| 474 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $525.00 |
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Two Gold Commemorative Medals, ICG.
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A pair of gold medals in ICG slabs. The first is a 1986 Gold Statue of Liberty, plain edge (ICG PF-68 DCAM). The second is a German John F. Kennedy "Peace in Freedom," plain edge, 17.5 grams (ICG... |
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| 475 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $190.00 |
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Two interesting Countermarked/Counterstamped Early Twentieth Century...
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A 1916 half-dollar has very nearly uncirculated details, but the upper right obverse field has been counterstamped with a large pair of zeroes and the planchet subsequently straightened. This is... |
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| 476 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $340.00 |
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Three Aluminum Alaska Rural Rehabilitation Corporation Tokens Of 1935.
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Alaska, land of the midnight sun! Famous for natural beauty, moose, bears, salmon, Governor Sarah Palin, Mendenhall Glacier, the Klondike Gold Rush, oil pipelines, and of course, "bingles", the... |
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| 477 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $700.00 |
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2006 20th Anniversary Silver Eagle Set, 2007 Precious Metal Set, and...
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Three NGC multi-coin slabs are included in this lot. The first houses a 2007 1/10-oz. gold eagle, and a 2007 1/10-oz platinum eagle, both graded MS-70 "early release". The second houses a 2007... |
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| 478 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $240.00 |
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Five Civil War Tokens and Two Merchants Tokens.
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An outstanding lot of seven Civil War era tokens, encapsulated by PCI and ANACS. Included are: 1863 "M. S. Brown" 630N-4a (ANACS AU-58), 1863 "V. Benner" (PCI green XF-45), 1863 207/410 (PCI gold... |
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| 479 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $1,200.00 |
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Seventeen Certified Modern Issues.
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A varied lot of seventeen modern coins or medallions. A Haiti 1973 200G ANACS PF-67 coin leads off, followed by a 1980 gold 1/2 oz. Marian Anderson "American Arts Commemorative" graded MS-64 by NGC. ... |
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| 480 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $850.00 |
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Seventy-one Modern Certified Issues.
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A nearly overwhelming array of modern coins in high grade are included in this lot, and being all certified, they will appeal to collectors who prefer coins of recent vintage. PCGS has certified the... |
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| 166 | The Collectors' Auction 2008 on 10/17/2008 | $425.00 |
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Denarii of the Roman Emperors Vespatian and Nerva.
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Denarii of the Roman Emperors Vespatian and Nerva. First is silver denarius of Vespasian, obverse: "IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG" his laureate head right, reverse: "IVDAEA", Veiled Judaea seated right... |
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| 167 | The Collectors' Auction 2008 on 10/17/2008 | $625.00 |
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Three piece BU set of 1909 Alaska Yukon-Pacific 1/4, 1/2 and 1 DWT...
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A set of Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition gold coins in a custom Capital Plastics holder. The 1/4, 1/2 and 1 DWT denominations are included. Privately issued by M. E. Hart Co., San Francisco, sponsors... |
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| 168 | The Collectors' Auction 2008 on 10/17/2008 | $1,050.00 |
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John W. Norris encased "3 Cents" postage stamp (HB.185, EP.52a,...
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John W. Norris encased "3 Cents" postage stamp (HB.185, EP.52a, S.137). Your cataloger was able to track down only three other examples of this extremely rare encased stamp - two from the John J.... |
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| 169 | The Collectors' Auction 2008 on 10/17/2008 | $300.00 |
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Ernest Louis, Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt 1678 to 1739, 18th century...
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This silver medal (64.3 mm., 116.1 grams) is struck in "medal alignment" and is unlisted in "Large Size Silver Coins of the World 18th - 19th Centuries" by John S. Davenport. Attractively toned for... |
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| 357 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2008 on 02/08/2008 | $320.00 |
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Charming "box dollar" made from a Trade dollar
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Although sometimes referred to as "opium dollars", that term is unlikely to reflect the way box dollars were actually used in their heyday of the late nineteenth century. Box coins as an art form... |
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| 358 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2008 on 02/08/2008 | $1,000.00 |
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John W. Norris encased "3 Cents" postage stamp (HB.185, EP.52a, S.137)
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John W. Norris encased "3 Cents" postage stamp (HB.185, EP.52a, S.137). Your cataloger was able to track down only three other examples of this extremely rare encased stamp - two from the John J.... |
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| 1301 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $1,550.00 |
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2006 Krugerrand 20 Year Anniversary Gold Proof Set.
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Extraordinary pride in workmanship and meticulous production have resulted in the outstanding craftsmanship of this scarce proof set. Although the Krugerrand was originally intended to be strictly a... |
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| 1302 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $3,300.00 |
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American Arts Gold Coins.
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An absolutely spectacular set of American Arts gold coins as struck by the Federal mint. Included are Mark Twain, Louis Armstrong, Alexander Calder, John Steinbeck, Willa Cather, Robert Frost and... |
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| 1303 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $1,150.00 |
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Complete set of Kennedy Half Dollars, Eisenhower Dollars, and S.B....
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A hefty amount of coins comprise this lot, in particular, one complete set each of Kennedy half dollars (through 2003), Eisenhower dollars, and Susan B Anthony dollars. The halves are in a Dansco... |
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| 1304 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $750.00 |
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Roosevelt Dime and Kennedy Half Dollar Set.
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A lot consisting of two very nice collector assembled sets. The Roosevelts range from 1946 through 1996-W, inclusive and hand numbered from 1985 on. Mostly BU except for a handful, notably 1968-D,... |
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| 1305 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $500.00 |
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Kennedy Half Dollar, Eisenhower Dollar, and SBA Dollar Sets.
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Three collector-assembled Dansco album collections comprise this lot. The Kennedy half dollar set is complete in BU grades from 1964 through 1987 including Proof-only issues, and also includes a 1988... |
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| 1306 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $800.00 |
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Twenty Early Silver Type Coins.
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Any bidder who enjoys choice, original type coins in perfect collector grades will be thrilled to review this lot. The quality of the material contained herein is MUCH above average. There are... |
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| 1307 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $425.00 |
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Six Partial Sets.
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A lot of six partial sets of coins. Three Whitman Roosevelt dime albums include a complete set from 1946 – 1964; a second complete set from 1946 – 1965, plus an extra coin; and a third set with many... |
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| 1308 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $500.00 |
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Five Type Coins.
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An 1875-S twenty-cent coin commences this lot. It has XF details, but is extremely dark from having been exposed to a highly sulphuric environment. The 1831 B-5 Capped bust quarter has nearly AU... |
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| 1309 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $625.00 |
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Six Different Type Coins.
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Six type coins comprise this lot, and each is a very nice coin in its own right, worthy of individual description. The 1828 large cent is an N-5, easily attributed by the gorgeous rim cud on the... |
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| 1310 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $1,600.00 |
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Twentieth Century Type set in Capitol holder.
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This is a superior quality set with some extras. Several of the coins have been professionally graded, and the grading company inserts are included with this lot. The graded cons are as follows:... |
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| 1311 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $240.00 |
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Five Misc. Nickel Type Coins.
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Nineteen cents in face value comprises this lot. Three three-cent nickels are listed as: 1865 AU-50, 1867 XF-45, and 1881 AU-58. The shield nickels are: 1869 AU-50, carbon spots and 1883 AU-55. ... |
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| 1312 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $260.00 |
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Four Type Coins.
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An odd quartet of four coins. Included are an 1803 half cent that grades VG-8, and an 1869 two cent that grades XF-40 with a handful of verdigris spots. Also included are two Seated Liberty dimes,... |
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| 1313 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $975.00 |
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Fourteen Slightly Impaired U.S. Coins.
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Offered here are more than a dozen coins that your cataloger has determined to be impaired in some way. In many cases, bidders may look at these coins and wonder why they were not merely described... |
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| 1316 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $1,150.00 |
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Switzerland: 1736 (Zurich) gold ½ Ducat NGC MS-64.
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Struck on a slightly wavy planchet, as always seems to be the case for these thin coins. Gold Swiss ducats and subsidiary denominations, along with doubloons and pieces of eight, have the allure of... |
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| 1317 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $170.00 |
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1933 Type IV Pedley-Ryan & Co. Denver So-Called Dollar, HK-825.NGC...
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The Hibler Kappen reference states that no more than 500 Type IV specimens were issued and were first struck on January 7, 1933. This very scarce one-ounce silver round was struck to advocate silver... |
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| 1318 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $150.00 |
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Persian silver siglos. 521-330 B.C.E.
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This is the silver version of the famous gold Deric. It shows the king running with a bow, and a quiver over his shoulder. This coin has fabulous detail with the belt and buttons visible. The... |
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| 1319 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $240.00 |
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Greek Stater of Pamphilia.
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This is a historic coin. Possibly struck to commemorate the first Olympics ever. One side shows two wrestlers angling for a takedown. The other side has a javelin thrower with a triskeles in the... |
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| 1320 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $1,000.00 |
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Roman Emperor Nero.
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This bronze comes with a David R. Sear certificate. Sear calls it VF/nearly VF with dark green patina. The reverse of this coin is interesting, rare, and visually impressive. It shows Nero on a... |
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| 1321 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $575.00 |
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Tetradrachm of the Greek colony at Messina.
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Messina is a very historic colony of Greece. The scientist and inventor Archimedes lived in Messina, on the Isle of Sicily. The obverse has a biga of mules, a probable reference to early Olympic... |
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| 1322 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $1,700.00 |
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Sestertius of the Roman Emperor Caligula.
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This ancient piece comes with a certification from David R. Sear attesting to its authenticity and condition. Sear describes it as VF/good VF, but with smooth fields, and assistance in achieving a... |
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| 1323 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $210.00 |
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Sestertius of Roman Emperor Severus Alexander.
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Struck during his reign between 222-235 A.D. and listed as RIC 648. You can see every hair on the Emperor's head. This coin is XF from a wear standpoint and is enhanced by a lovely green patina. ... |
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| 1325 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $625.00 |
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Gold Solidus of Eastern Roman Emperor Theodosius II.
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Theodosius II was the son of Arcadius and a contemporary of Atilla the Hun. He was engaged in several wars with Atilla, and coins just like this were paid to the Huns as tribute, to keep an uneasy... |
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| 1326 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $700.00 |
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Siglos of Lydia, Time of Croesos 560-546 B.C.E.
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This is a magnificent piece of ancient art. The obverse has the confronting fore sections of a bull and a lion. The engraving on this die exceeds the quality seen on many others as the main, horns,... |
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| 1327 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $120.00 |
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Denarius of Roman Consul Marc Anthony. VG.
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This silver coin was struck for one of the most famous men in history. It was struck for legion VII, one of the four legions commanded by Julius Caesar when he became Governor of Gallia Cisalpina. ... |
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| 1328 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $250.00 |
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Roman Denari of Severus Alexander and Julia Domna.
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The first Denari, from Severus Alexander, is a solid XF with a strong laureate portrait and several short flan cracks. The second Denari was for his great aunt Julia Domna, the mother of Emperors... |
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| 1329 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $100.00 |
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Denarius of Roman Emperor Domitian.
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Domitian was one of the Roman rulers who took delight in persecuting the Christians. This coin is a solid VF. The reverse has Minerva walking right holding spear and shield. The obverse is a... |
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| 1330 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $320.00 |
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Gold Solidus of Roman Emperor Valens.
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There is a bend at the top of the obverse, and it has been worn to the VG/ Fine level. The reverse is a restorer of the republic type, with the Emperor standing, head right. Valens has an... |
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| 1331 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $1,550.00 |
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Gold Daric of Lydia - under Persian control.
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This is the second Gold Daric we have offered. This was minted at the dawn of the fifth century B.C.E. in Asia Minor, modern Turkey, around the time of Thermopalae. It is a nice VF and shows the... |
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| 1332 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $180.00 |
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Denarius of Roman Emperor Trajan.
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This denarius is well struck and well centered. The flan is nearly round with one small out of round at 12:00. The portrait is exquisite, with excellent hair and facial detail. Trajan is widely... |
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| 1333 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $330.00 |
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Three Denarii from the Roman Repulician Era.
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The first coin is from 82 B.C.E., listed as Sear 281, and grades VF on good silver. The obverse has the head of Apollo, and the reverse shows the satyr Marsyus carrying a wine skin. The second... |
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| 1334 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $320.00 |
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Forty Four Roman Bronze Coins.
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This is a real grab bag and includes many very nice items. Many of the coins are bronze follis's from the 4th century. Some are in rough shape, but many are very nice. These include: A Constantine... |
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| 1335 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $625.00 |
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Denarius of Rome, Devine Augustus and Germanicus.
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This is a rare coin. Struck in Caesarea, what is now Israel, in the 30's A.D. It is uncertain weather this coin was struck in the last couple of years of Tiberius's rule or the first years of... |
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| 1336 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $150.00 |
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Denarius of Roman Emperor Nerva.
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This is a nice VF example from one of the more scarce Roman rulers. The obverse is a laureate profile to the right, while the reverse has Libertas standing facing left. An excellent portrait on good... |
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| 1337 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $150.00 |
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Sestertius of Roman Emperor Gordian III.
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This near XF example has a marvelous drab olive green patina. The portrait is executed in fine style and detail. Gordian looks about 16 years old in this representation. His emperors reign lasted... |
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| 1338 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $1,200.00 |
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Greek - Lydia - 1/3 Stater. VF.
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The obverse has a lions head right with a radiant sun on the forehead. The coin grades high in the VF range. Electrum is a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver. This coin is cataloged as a... |
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| 1339 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $160.00 |
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Dupondius of Roman Emperor Vespasian.
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This is a very well-preserved ancient coin. Cataloged as RIC II 476. The obverse has a portrait with radiate crown. The reverse has Roma seated holding a wreath, with ROMA in exergue. The coin... |
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| 1340 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $230.00 |
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Sestertius of the Roman Emperor Trajan.
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This is a wonderful old bit of copper. The portrait of Trajan places this near the end of his time as his face has aged. The reverse has Felcity facing holding a cornucopia and caduceus. The... |
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| 1341 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $150.00 |
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Four Bronze coins of the Roman Empire.
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The first coin is an As of Agrippa, struck under Caligula and has the detail of a VF, but has uniform granularity. The second is an As of Germanicus, Caligula's father, in low end VF with ancient... |
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| 1342 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $575.00 |
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Eight coins from the Spanish Treasure Ship Concepcion
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This wreck sank in 1641 carrying wealth back to the motherland. The coins include: a single One Reales, four Two Reales pieces, and three Eight Reales coins. This is the same stuff offered in... |
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| 1343 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $330.00 |
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Seven piece Cuban type set.
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All coins are dated 1915 and include the 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 40 Centavo coins, plus a Peso. The coins are all brilliant uncirculated with the peso showing some toning spots. Cuban coins are very... |
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| 1344 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $500.00 |
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Six 1783 1/2 Reales, El Cazador Treasure. PCGS Prime Select.
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Many of these coins were recovered from this famed Spanish treasure ship, and very few were deemed worthy of the prime select grade. The coins are uncirculated in detail, and have nice luster. The... |
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| 1345 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $250.00 |
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1872-B Saxony Five Mark. KM-1231.1 AU.
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This is a 50th anniversary commemorative coin. The color is a natural toned antique silver color. The strike is full, the luster is prominent, and the detail is virtually uncirculated. A small rim... |
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| 1346 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $360.00 |
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1727 Brunswick and Luneburg Wildman Thaler. VF+.
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This Thaler is struck on roller dies and has a wavy look. The obverse shows a bearded, grass-skirt-wearing barbarian-giant holding a full size tree near the crown while standing in a plot of ankle... |
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| 1347 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $825.00 |
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France: 1788-N Louis d’Or ANACS XF-40 and 1818-W 40-franc ANACS AU-50.
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Both graded by ANACS, the 1788-N is XF-40 and the 1818-W is AU-50. They display somewhat reflective rich golden surfaces. |
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| 1348 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $425.00 |
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Hungary: 1648 ducat. AU.
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Ex-Steinberg, Oct 2005. Wavy planchet as always, and a little brown spot on the obverse. Choice AU. |
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| 1349 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $800.00 |
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Five Foreign Gold Coin.
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Five foreign gold coins are as follows: Australia 1910 sovereign MS-63, Canada 1912 five-dollar AU-55, Canada 1913 five-dollar AU-58, Australia 1915-S sovereign MS-63 and India 1918-I sovereign MS-62.... |
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| 1350 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $290.00 |
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Great Britain: 1856 shilling and 1858 6-pence.
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Both are graded by PCI as MS-64. The grades are reasonable. |
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| 1351 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $200.00 |
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Great Britain: 1782 guinea. NGC VG-8
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Better detail than what is implied by the grade. A nice gold coin. |
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| 1352 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $240.00 |
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1746-S PJ ½ escudo KM-10.3. ANACS VF-30
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Extremely original piece. Gorgeous toning. |
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| 1353 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $650.00 |
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France: 1804-A Franc and 1811-A 40-Franc. NGC.
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The 1804-A is graded VF-35 and the 1811-A is XF-45, both certified by NGC. Two coin lot. |
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| 1354 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $200.00 |
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Great Britain: 1718 ¼ guinea. ANACS XF-40
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A one year type coin. Doubled silhouette on the obverse, and lightly polished. |
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| 1355 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $210.00 |
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1904 Philippine Islands Medal of Honor, Hendershott 2-590, XF-40.
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This historic 1904 St. Louis World's Fair badge is listed in the widely recognized tome, "The 1904 St. Louis World's Fair, The Louisiana Purchase Exposition, Mementos and Memorabilia by Robert L.... |
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| 1356 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $200.00 |
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Spain: 1889(89) 20-pesetas. NGC XF-45
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Nice example of this well-known “baby head” obverse. |
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| 1357 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $425.00 |
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Spain: 1788-M 4-escudo. NGC EF-45
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Perfectly centered reverse, and nearly so on the obverse. |
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| 1358 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $350.00 |
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Australia: 1870 sovereign NGC XF-45
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Straw-gold color with peach highlights. Lots of luster. |
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| 1359 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $210.00 |
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Great Britain: 1857 sovereign NGC AU-53.
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Attractive yellow-gold color with just a touch of rub. |
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| 1360 | The Collectors' Auction 2007 on 10/19/2007 | $300.00 |
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Australia: 1871-S sovereign. PCGS AU-58
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Gorgeous example of this Queen Victoria type. The reverse looks BU. |
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| 1329 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $3,250.00 |
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2005 George T. Morgan Proposed Design 1876 $100 Gold Union. NGC Ultra...
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This massive bullion piece replicates this contemplated issue from authentic illustrations depicted in a book by George T. Morgan. This work was located at the Smithsonian Institution. It was struck... |
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| 1330 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $600.00 |
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Thirteen Type Coins.
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This "Baker's Dozen" includes: 1857 Flying Eagle Cent XF-40, 1863 Indian Head Copper-Nickel Cent XF-40, 1864 Lg. Motto Two-Cent Piece F-15, 1864 Lg. Motto Two-Cent Piece VF-20, two 1864 Lg. Motto... |
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| 1331 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $1,025.00 |
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Thirteen Miscellaneous Minor Denomination Type Coins.
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This "Baker's Dozen" assortment and corresponding assessed conditions are: 1832 Classic Head Half Cent AU-50 Slightly Cleaned, 1854 Braided Hair Half Cent MS-62 BN, 1803 Draped Bust Large Cent F,... |
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| 1332 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $835.00 |
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Four Type Coins.
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This lot consists of four Capped Bust type denominations that include the following: 1827 dime XF-40, 1835 quarter XF-40+, 1832 Lettered Edge half dollar AU-53, and 1838 Reeded Edge, "Half Dol."... |
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| 1333 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $500.00 |
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Four Type Coins.
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The following coins are included: 1858 Large Letters Flying Eagle Cent AU-50, 1851 Variety 1 Three-Cent Silver Piece MS-62, 1837 No Stars on Obverse Half Dime XF-40+, and 1832 Capped Bust Dime AU-53.... |
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| 1334 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $340.00 |
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Four Type Coins.
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This inviting type-coin lot is comprised of the following denominations and their associated designated grade levels: 1863 Copper-Nickel Indian Head Cent MS-60+, 1837 No Stars Seated Liberty Dime AU... |
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| 1335 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $625.00 |
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1919 British Columbia Gold Souvenir, 1928 Graf Zeppelin Gold Medal,...
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An eclectic grouping of gold issues. The 1928 piece is AU-55 and it commemorates the first transoceanic voyage of the German Graf Zeppelin (LZ-127) with paying passengers. It's diameter is 35 mm,... |
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| 1336 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $500.00 |
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19th Century Chinese Gold Sychee
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This gold piece is a form of money made and used in China and Southeast Asia in the Late 19th and Early 20th Century. Normally, these are seen in silver, so this example is likely some sort of... |
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| 1337 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $230.00 |
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Fifteen Type Coins.
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This lot should be reviewed to determine a prudent bid. It consists of the following: six half cents and nine three-cent Silver Pieces. |
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| 1338 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $340.00 |
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Fourteen Type Coins.
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A lot that should be personally reviewed before making a shrewd calculation for its acquisition. The following denominations are included: one nickel, five half dimes, six dimes, and two 20-cent... |
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| 1339 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $250.00 |
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Nine Quarters.
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This group is comprised of four Liberty Seated Quarters and five Standing Liberty Quarters. It should be personally reviewed prior to placing a resourceful bid. |
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| 1340 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $425.00 |
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Sixteen Half Dollars.
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An array of Half Dollars that constitutes the following major types: two Capped Bust, twelve Liberty Seated, and two Barber. To calculate a shrewd, winning bid, this lot should be personally... |
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| 1341 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $975.00 |
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Eleven Type Coins.
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The 1826 Large Cent displays original mint red color on the reverse, and only very light circulation wear. A patch of darker toning curiously encloses the last four stars at the right side of the... |
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| 1342 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $390.00 |
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Rome - Tiberius - Denarius.
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This is the tribute penny mentioned in the bible, Mark 12. Tiberius was Emperor at the time Christ was Crucified. This coin was struck with the portrait in high relief at the Lugdumum Mint,... |
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| 1343 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $400.00 |
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Drachm of Alexander the Great ICG-AU 53.
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This is a nice example of coinage struck in the decades after Alexander's death. It was manufactured in Magnesia between 319 and 305 B.C.E. The surfaces are white and appear Uncirculated. The... |
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| 1344 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $875.00 |
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1948 Canadian Dollar. AU>
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This is one of the key dates in the Canadian Dollar Series. The surfaces of this coin have just enough handling marks to keep it from grading Uncirculated. The term "slider" was invented for coins... |
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| 1345 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $340.00 |
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Four Foreign Coins.
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1935 Canada Dollar PCGS MS-65, 1888-A Prussia 5 mark MS-63, 1865 Bremen Thaler MS-63 p/l, and Vatican John XIII gold medallion Uncirculated. This is a group of very nice but unrelated coins. Each... |
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| 1346 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $475.00 |
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Eighteen Morgan Silver Dollars, 15 American Silver Eagles, and Six...
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A must see lot made up of a mixture of 18 Morgan Dollar dates in various grades, 15 various BU American Silver Eagle Dates, and six Eisenhower Dollars including a couple of Proofs. |
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| 1347 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $360.00 |
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1840 East India Company Rupee NGC PF-64.
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This 19th century Proof striking shows the young and delicate portrait of Victoria. Listed as Km-457.10, this coin is covered in a natural gray tone with strong underlying luster over perfect... |
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| 1348 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $210.00 |
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Five Minors from 1927 British Proof Set.
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Half Crown NGC PF-61, 2 Shilling NGC PF-61, Shilling NGC PF-63 modified reverse, 6 pence NGC PF-62 Oak and Acorn reverse, and 3 pence NGC PF-61. All the coins are from the same set, which was... |
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| 1349 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $150.00 |
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1828 Bavaria Thaler AU-55.
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Listed as KM-387, this is a large silver coin commemorating the Constitution Monument dedication. The surfaces are bright and lustrous and show signs of only brief circulation. |
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| 1350 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $290.00 |
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Six Swiss Commemoratives.
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1936 Y-46 5 Francs MS-64 Brilliant, 1939 Y-49 5 Francs Laupin MS-64 Brilliant, 1941 Y-51 5 Francs MS-65 Brilliant, 1944 Y-52 5 Francs MS-66 Brilliant, 1948 Y-53 5 Francs MS-64 Brilliant, and 1963 Y-56... |
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| 1351 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $4,000.00 |
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Rome - Sestertius - Julia Domna FDC.
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What a magnificent green patina. This coin shows no wear at all. The surfaces are covered in ancient green. This is as well centered and well struck as any ancient coin. Julia Domna was the... |
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| 1352 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $250.00 |
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Rome - Sestertius - Faustina Sr. XF.
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You have to love the Romans and their coins. This was struck posthumously for the wife of Antoninus Pius after her death in 141 C.E. The obverse legend declares her divine, and not like Bette Midler.... |
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| 1353 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $900.00 |
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Rome - As - Caligula. XF.
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This is an ancient copper coin struck under the rule of one of history's most famous deviants. Caligula is bareheaded and facing left on this XF condition As. The reverse shows Vesta seated. A... |
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| 1354 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $340.00 |
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Rome - As - Agrippa. VF.
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Agrippa was Emperor Augustus's closest friend and best general. He was responsible for the victory over Sextus Pompey, and also the victory at Actium, at the expense of Marc Anthony. He was the... |
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| 1355 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $240.00 |
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Greek - Pamphylia - Ar Stater 370-333 B.C.E. VF.
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This ancient artifact shows two wrestlers grappling. The reverse shows a spear thrower. The obverse is well centered, while the reverse is 15% off. The coin grades VF. Pamphylia is in what we now... |
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| 1356 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $290.00 |
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Greek - Thasos - Thrace 510 - 490 B.C.E. VF.
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This is Hellenistic Greek style at its finest. This coin shows a naked nymph struggling with an ithyphallic satyr. Struck in the mainland portion of Greece, north of Athens, the reverse shows an... |
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| 1357 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $400.00 |
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Four Ancient Greek Coins.
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Apollonia, Pontika. Diobol from the black sea area. Apollo facing, anchor reverse. Pleasing VF+. Apollonia, Pontika Diobol obverse shows facing head of Gorgon. Reverse shows anchor, crayfish, and... |
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| 1358 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $190.00 |
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Rome - Denarius - Foustina Jr. Unc.
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Faustina Jr. was a very prominent woman in Roman history. She was the daughter of Emperor Antoninus Pius, the wife of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, and the mother of Emperor Commodus. This all occurred... |
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| 1359 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $130.00 |
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Greek - Caria - Knidos. VF.
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This is a silver tetraobalin in choice VF+ condition. Struck in the forth century B.C.E. in what is now Turkey, the natural gray patina and overall originality of this coin will please you. |
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| 1360 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $220.00 |
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Rome - Julia Manaea - Denarius. Unc.
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This coin is uncirculated and brilliant. The centering is perfect, and the dies were reasonably fresh. An ancient with superior eye appeal is always popular. Julia was a powerful Roman woman. She... |
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| 1361 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $160.00 |
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Eastern Roman - Valens - Siliqua. XF.
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Valens was declared Emperor in 364 C.E. and spent most of his time dealing with the Huns and Goths. The Goths killed him in Hadrianople. This coin is fully struck, very well centered, and XF in... |
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| 1362 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $340.00 |
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Greek - Miletos - Twelfth of a Stater.
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This is one of the earliest coins struck in human history. Stuck between 600 and 550 B.C.E. Produced in a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, referred to as electrum. The obverse has a... |
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| 1363 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $975.00 |
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Parthia - MithraditesII - Tetradrachm. AU.
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Mithradites II ruled from 123 - 88 B.C.E. This was during the time in which Rome was becoming a power and power was in the hands of the descendants of Alexander the Great's generals. This large... |
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| 1364 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $210.00 |
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1854 Arrows Seated Quarter VF-35 and 1830 O-118, R-3 Capped Bust Half...
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This lot presents a captivating pair of handsome type issues. The quarter has an admirably toned surface quality with no detrimental marks to indicate. The half dollar has resplendent surfaces with... |
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| 1365 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $190.00 |
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Rome - Trajan - Denarius.
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Trajan is regarded as one of Rome's finest rulers. The empire reached its greatest era on his watch. This Denarius is well centered and well struck. The obverse is brilliant with a bit of plum on... |
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| 1366 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $260.00 |
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Rome - Faustina - Denarius. AU.
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This denarius is very near mint condition. The strike is very full, and all lettering in on the flan. The surfaces are white and unabraided. Ample luster is present. Concordia is seated reverse... |
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| 1367 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $190.00 |
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Rome - Republic - Denarius. XF.
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This is sear 367 in the name of L. Scribonius Libo. The obverse shows the head of Bonus Eventus, while the reverse has the Puteal Scribonianum. The centering is off about 10%. The condition is XF... |
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| 1368 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $1,500.00 |
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Persia - Lydia - Gold Daric. VF.
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This is one of the more famous gold coins in history. Minted in Asia Minor under the control of Persia, prior to Alexander's conquest. The Daric shows the "Great King" kneeling with bow and arrow. ... |
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| 1369 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $210.00 |
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Two Roman Empire Silver coins.
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First is a Denarius of Anotoninus Pius with a wonderful strike, nice centering and a natural gray patina. This XF piece is just plain nice. The second coin is a silver Antoninianus, struck under... |
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| 1370 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $140.00 |
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1946 Booker T. Washington P, D, and S Set and 1938 - 1945 P, D, and S...
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The Commemorative Half Dollar set displays mainly white obverses and deep russet-crimson toned reverses. This dime set is chiefly untoned, except the 1945-S specimen has exquisite rose nuances. |
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| 1371 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $2,200.00 |
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Gold Pentadrachm of the Ptolamaic Kingdom of Egypt.
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Issued by ruler Ptolemy II Philadelphus in the third century B.C.E. This was a high denomination piece in its day. The rims have been filed to accommodate mounting in jewelry. The surfaces are a bit... |
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| 1372 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $1,575.00 |
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Gold Pentadrachm of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. F.
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Issued under the joint rule of Ptolemy I and his son Ptolemy II. The rims have been filed, probably from time spent in Jewelry. The obverse is a portrait of Ptolemy I, and the reverse sports a... |
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| 1373 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $1,600.00 |
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Five Piece Set of Spanish Gold.
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1806 8E, Nueve Columbia mint VF+; 1792 4E, Madrid VF; 1788 2E Madrid Fine; 1797 1E Fine; and 1817 1/2 E, Madrid VF. All the coins face up well, but all show some signs of light cleaning. The 1/2... |
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| 1374 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $1,600.00 |
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Five Piece Set of Spanish Gold.
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1821 8E, Lima VF with lamination; 1787 4E, Seville VF; 1802/1 2E, Madrid VF; 1792 1E, Madrid VF; and 1817 1/2 E, Madrid VF. This is a nice looking set of coins highlighted by the 1802/1. This coin... |
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| 1375 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $2,150.00 |
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Two 1988 Australian Nugget Gold Bullion Coin Series Sets. Proof.
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Each set comes housed in its accompanying presentation case. Minted at the Perth Mint, these sets comprise four coins each: 1/10th Oz. Jubilee, 1/4 Oz. Ruby Well, 1/2 Oz. Welcome, and 1 Oz. Pride Of... |
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| 1376 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $400.00 |
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1991 and 1992 USSR and the Russian Republic Ultimate Ballerina...
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The Ballerina pieces comprising this set with their respective grade levels, mintages, gold or silver contents, and fineness are as follows: 1991 10 Roubles, BU, 6,000, 2.66 grams, .583 Fine; 1991 25... |
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| 1377 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $190.00 |
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1697-KB (Kremnitz Mint) Hungary Thaler. Davenport-3264, KM-214.8....
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Measuring 46 millimeters, its composition is silver with a recorded weight of 29 grams. This handsome plain edge, circulated example has a bust right depiction of Leopold I on its obverse with the... |
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| 1378 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $9,500.00 |
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1837 Silver Martin Van Buren Indian Peace Medal. NGC XF-40.
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This example is a representative of "The First Size, Draped Bust Obverse" of the largest size struck of the Van Buren Indian Peace Medals. It is attributed in the recognized references on Indian... |
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| 1379 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $750.00 |
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1775-E, KM2085, Joseph II Austrian Gold 2 Ducats. AU-58.
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Struck by the Karlsburg Mint, this .9860 fine gold specimen weighs 7.0 grams and contains .2219 ounces of gold. It was issued when Joseph II was the Holy Roman Emperor and co-regent with his mother,... |
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| 1380 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $240.00 |
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1923 B Swiss 5 Francs, KM-37, PCGS MS-60 and 1931 R San Marino 20...
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The first piece of this pairing is a Swiss 1923-B 5 Francs "Confederation" issue -- a scarce, two-year type that depicts William Tell on the obverse (and summons to mind echoes of the William Tell... |
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| 1381 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $220.00 |
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1927 British Crown NGC PF-62.
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This is a short lived type that is lacking in many type sets. The coin is a Proof striking in original condition, kept all these years in the box of issue. The surfaces have a moderate layer of... |
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| 1382 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $450.00 |
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Three Type Coins.
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This lot consists of a threesome of nineteenth century type pieces, with two of the represented denominations being obsolete. An enumeration of these pieces follows: 1873 "Closed 3" Indian Head... |
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| 1383 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $190.00 |
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1913 Russia Ruble NGC MS-63.
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This is the commemorative Romanov 300 year anniversary Ruble. This coin is white, brilliant, and lovely. Russian coinage has been experiencing much demand in recent years, so don't miss out. |
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| 1384 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $625.00 |
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Tracian Kingdom. Koson, 44-42 BC. Gold Stater. ICG MS-64.
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This specimen is an example of Roman Imperatorial Coins of Brutus. The obverse depicts Lucius Junius Brutus, the consul who expelled the Tarquins from Rome in 509 BC, flanked by two lictors bearing... |
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| 1385 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $290.00 |
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1834 Attleboro, Massachusetts S. B. Schenck, HT-158, Low-84. NGC MS-64...
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Except for planchet irregularity, as struck, there are no obtrusive marks or blemishes to mar this lustrous bluish brown coin. All the lettering, as well as the minute detailing of the planing... |
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| 1386 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $2,250.00 |
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1855 Kellogg & Co. Fifty Dollar Restrike. PCGS PF-65.
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This authorized replica was struck under the auspices of the California Historical Society, and it was restricted to a mintage of 5,000. The dies utilized were transfer dies made from the original... |
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| 1387 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $4,500.00 |
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Two 1855 Kellogg & Co. Fifty Dollar Restrikes. PCGS PF-65.
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This lot comprises a pair of Quintuple Eagle Commemorative Restrikes that are accompanied by their respective certificates, identifying them as issues 3,091 and 3,096 from a restricted mintage of... |
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| 1388 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $1,450.00 |
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Two 2002 (1850/7) Forty-Niner Horseman Ship of Gold Commemoratives....
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These relic pieces were struck under the auspices of the California Historical Society at the Royal Canadian Mint in 2002. The total mintage was limited to 4,006. The gold used was from seven... |
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| 1389 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $305.00 |
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1907-C India Rupee. NGC PF-65.
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This is a gorgeous coin. The surfaces are toned in beautiful shades that include several members of the blue and green families. Most of the wild coloration is located on the obverse, while the... |
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| 1187 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $775.00 |
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Twentieth Century Type Coins.
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Absolutely wonderful Type Set housed in a Capitol Plastics Holder. There is a 1907 Indian Head Cent that grades MS-64 Red and a 1938-D Buffalo Nickel that is colorfully toned and grades MS-65. All... |
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| 1188 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,100.00 |
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Monster Group of Type Coins.
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Really neat group of Type Coins. There are four Capitol Plastics holders worth of different Type Coins. The following sets are included: U.S. Type Nickels, U.S. Type Dime Set (it is missing the Bust... |
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| 1189 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $360.00 |
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Five Type Coins.
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Included are the following Type Coins: 1833 Half Cent VF-30, 1890 Indian Cent PF-60, 1912 Liberty Nickel MS-63+, 1892 Barber Dime AU-58, and 1911 Barber Quarter AU-58. This group will make an... |
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| 1190 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,325.00 |
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Eleven Type Coins.
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Here is a list of the coins included in this lot: 1788 Massachusetts Cent Fine, 1797 Large Cent Good+, two 1798 Large Cents Good, 1801 Large Cent VG, 1803 Large Cent Fine, 1807 Large Cent Good, 1805... |
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| 1191 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $3,600.00 |
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Four World Gold Coins.
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Included are the following foreign gold coins: 1829 Netherlands Ducat XF-45, 1836 Great Britain Sovereign George IV AU-50 that books for $1,300 in Unc., 1856 Australia One Sovereign VF Cleaned... |
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| 1192 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $700.00 |
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Five Type Coins.
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Here is a list of coins and their approximate grades: 1864 LM Two Cent Piece MS-62 BN, 1862 Three Cent Silver MS-60, 1865 Three Cent Nickel MS-63, 1866 W/Rays Shield Nickel MS-60+, and 1883 Shield... |
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| 1193 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $3,703.00 |
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2006 Three Piece American Eagle Reverse Proof Gold Set.
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This set has done nothing but go up in value since it was issued. |
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| 1194 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,900.00 |
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Twenty Miscellaneous Type Coins.
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This is a huge group of circulated early type coins. I am going to make a list of the coins included, but if you want individual grades and descriptions, please call our shop at (800) 642-4305 and... |
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| 1195 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $450.00 |
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Four Type Coins.
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Included are the following coins: 1856 Seated Dime XF-45, 1862 Seated Quarter Au-58+, 1858 Seated Half Dollar XF-45, and 1875-S Trade Dollar AU Cleaned. |
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| 1196 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $925.00 |
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U. S. Naval Pilot's Survival Gold Kit.
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This is an example of the kits distributed to United States Navy Pilots in World War II. An X-ray of this particular kit accompanies the lot. It appears from the picture that the contents of this... |
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| 1197 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $550.00 |
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BU Lincoln Cent, Jefferson Nickel, and Roosevelt Dime Sets.
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The Lincoln set starts at 1935 and runs thru 1988-D, the Jefferson Set starts at 1938 and runs thru 1988-S, and the Roosevelt Dimes run from 1946 thru 1988-D. |
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| 1198 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $500.00 |
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Kennedy Half Dollar, Susan B. Anthony Dollar, and Eisenhower Dollar...
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The Eisenhower Dollar set is complete. The Susan B. Anthony set is complete from 1979 thru 1981-S Proof Var 1, and the Kennedy Half Dollar Set runs from 1964 to 1988-D. All of these coins are rub... |
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| 1199 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,350.00 |
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American Arts Commemorative Series Gold Set.
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Five coins were minted for this set, and all five are included here. Even the super tough to find John Steinbeck coin is present. The coins are housed in a brown plush US Mint folding box. The five... |
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| 1200 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $475.00 |
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Nine Swiss Commemoratives.
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This group comprises Five Frank coins minted between the 1930s and the 1960s. The coins are all Uncirculated and brilliant. The most valuable coin is the 1939-B Battle of Laupen, a solid MS-63+. ... |
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| 1201 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,400.00 |
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Four Books of Mexican Coins.
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This select group includes two Dansco albums of twentieth century type. Each album contains 69 coins. Most coins are Brilliant Uncirculated, but a couple of the more expensive pieces are circulated.... |
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| 1202 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,600.00 |
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Large Group of Mexican Coins.
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This group contains many treasures, and should be viewed by anyone interested in Mexican coinage. The lot consists of hundreds of coins, and includes many key dates, including most 1908 issues. The... |
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| 1203 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,650.00 |
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170 Canadian Silver Dollars.
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This is not your average group of common date Dollars. This group contains many better dates. This lot has eleven 1949 Cabot Ship Dollars, seven Mint State and a nice prooflike. Also included are... |
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| 1204 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $550.00 |
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German Type and Commemorative Coins.
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This lot includes an album containing 63 silver and nickel Five Mark coins minted between 1966 and 1985. Most have a circulation and a Proof striking. The box of coins in this group contains many... |
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| 1205 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $600.00 |
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Thirteen Germanic Coins.
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This group starts with two Gem 1924-A 3 Mark coins (KM 43), a 1930-A 5 Mark (KM 70), a 1925-A 3 Mark (KM 46), a 1888 Prussian 2 Mark (KM 510), a 400th anniversary of the death of Durer in Uncirculated... |
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| 1206 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $475.00 |
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Group of Swiss Coins.
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This group includes many Gem Proof Schutzenfest issues minted in the 1980s and 1990s. Also included are many Five Frank silver coins in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. |
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| 1207 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $875.00 |
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Seven Canadian Silver Dollars.
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This is a superior group of better date Dollars. We start with pair of 1935 dated coins. One is AU-58 and brilliant, the other is a full bloom MS-63. We follow with a pair of 1947 dated coins also... |
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| 1208 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $750.00 |
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Thirty-five better Canadian coins.
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This group is a "soup to nuts" mix that includes a 1945 and two 1955 five piece Mint Sets in superb condition. Several 1859 dated one cent coins, two 1858 20c, an XF+ 1872 25c, a small group of... |
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| 1209 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $775.00 |
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Forty Canadian Dollars.
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This is an investor quality group of coins. This group starts with four 1935 dated coins and is followed by six 1936 dollars. Included are four 1937, two 1938, and six beautiful 1939 Parliament... |
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| 1210 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,050.00 |
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Giant Mexican Silver Hoard.
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You will need a strong back or a large young man to carry this group home. We start with 14 of the press type Onzas, and 36 Winged type Onzas. There are 23 Dancing Chiefs, 19 Morales Five Pesos,... |
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| 1211 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $290.00 |
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Forty Eight heavy Mexican silver coins.
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This lot is comprised of mixed 5 and 10 Peso coins dated in the 1950s through 1970s, all in BU condition. |
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| 1212 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $600.00 |
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Nine Early 8 Reales.
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We start with 1768 and 1770 Pillars, both VF+. 1783 (chopped) and 1805 portraits. 1866 and 1867 Maximilian coins. Also included are three scales type coins. |
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| 1213 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $550.00 |
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Thirty Mexican Pesos.
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This lot consists of 20 circulated Cap and Rays type, 5 Uncirculated Cap and Rays coins, four nice Caballito's, and a battle of Cinco de Mayo commemorative medal. |
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| 1214 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $600.00 |
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28 better date Mexican coins.
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In the Cap and Rays series we have two 1918, five 1919, five 1920, and four 1921. Several of these are nice Uncirculated pieces. There are also seven 1921 Winged Dos Pesos coins. We finish with... |
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| 1215 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $925.00 |
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108 Cap and Rays type Mexican Pesos.
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This is a very nice group of mixed dates and includes at least 50 brilliant MS-63+ coins. Dates range from 1922 to 1945 with many of the earlier dates. |
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| 1216 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,200.00 |
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1855 Switzerland Five Frank Commemorative.
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This natural beauty listed as KM-S3 commemorates a shooting festival in Solothurn in 1855. This is the first of the famous Swiss Shooting Thalers. This coin is natural gray with hints of deep blue... |
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| 1217 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,450.00 |
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Six Swiss Shooting Thalers.
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This group includes: KM-17, KM-S4, KM-S6, KM-S7, KM-S9, and KM-S13. The most interesting design featured in this group is the KM-17. This is a complex coin showing three crest type shields, with... |
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| 1218 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,300.00 |
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Ten Swiss Shooting Thalers.
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What a magnificent group of Commemoratives. This group includes: KM-S5, KM-S8, KM-S10, KM-S11, KM-S12, KM-S13, KM-S14, KM-S15, KM-S16, KM-S17. The KM-S5 Zurich is an ex-NGC MS-61, and KM-S11 is... |
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| 1219 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,200.00 |
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Three German Weimar Republic Commemoratives.
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This lot includes KM-54, KM-58, and KM-72. KM-54 is a rare and valuable coin. This coin was issued for the 450th anniversary of the founding of Tubingen University. This is a Proof with nice... |
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| 1220 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,000.00 |
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Two Five Mark Weimar Commemoratives.
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This lot includes: KM-51 and KM-55. These are the two most desirable Five Mark Commemoratives. The first is a 450th Anniversary of the founding of Tibingen University in original MS-63. The second... |
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| 1221 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,000.00 |
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Nine Weimar Republic Three Mark Commemoratives.
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Included are the following: KM-60, KM-62, KM-63, KM-65, KM-67, KM-69, KM-70, KM-73, KM-76. All coins are nice uncirculated specimens. This group is the main bulk of the Weimar coins that were... |
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| 1222 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,250.00 |
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Five German Federal Republic Commemorative Coins.
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This lot includes KM-113, KM-114, KM-115, KM-116, KM-117. The most desirable of the coins from the 1950s is the first, KM-113. This coin commemorates the centenary of the Numberg Museum. This is a... |
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| 1223 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,050.00 |
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Seven Weimar Republic Five Mark Commemoratives.
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Included are: KM-47, KM-56, KM-61, KM-64, KM-66, KM-68, and KM-71. This lot has two AU-58 graded coins that are nice fresh coins with a little cabinet friction. The remaining coins are nice mint... |
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| 1224 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,150.00 |
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Eight Weimar Republic Coins.
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This group includes: KM-28, KM-29, KM-46, KM-48, KM-50, KM-52, KM-53, and KM-57. The two most special coins in this group are KM-50. This is a nice Mint State Bremerhaven Three Mark. The second is... |
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| 1225 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $800.00 |
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Five Swiss Five Frank Coins.
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This group is all certified and includes: 1874 KM-S12 NGC MS-65, 1922 KM-37 NGC MS-64, 1936 KM-41 NGC MS-65, 1941 KM-44 NGC MS-66, and 1944 KM-45 NGC MS-65. This is a wonderful group of fabulous... |
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| 1226 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,100.00 |
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1834 Russia Ruble NGC MS-63.
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This is a beautiful, well-struck coin with delicious turquoise and rose tones. |
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| 1227 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,200.00 |
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1912 Russia Ruble NGC MS-63.
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This is a commemorative Ruble issued in memory of Napoleon's defeat. This is a nice silvery coin with totally original surfaces and outstanding luster. |
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| 1228 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $2,800.00 |
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1794 Geneva Decime Pattern struck in Gold.
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One of the coolest coin I have seen in years. This square (klippe) coin is housed in a custom holder listing it's provenance. It was in the Virgil Brand Sotheby's auction listed as sale #2, lot 521.... |
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| 1229 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $3,700.00 |
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Peter I Ruble 1704-1705
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This is a monster type coin. The coin grades a solid XF to AU. This is the first Ruble, and shows Peter Romanov as a young man. It is very rarely offered in choice condition. This Ruble appears to... |
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| 1230 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $2,700.00 |
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Four Rubles Of Peter The Great.
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This group includes Rubles dated 1721(ND), 1723, 1724, and 1725. The first coin is undated KM-157.5 VF+ with mount removed at twelve o'clock. The 1723 dated coin is a nice natural XF. The 1724... |
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| 1231 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,200.00 |
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Three Russian Rubles.
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The three coins are dated 1724, 1727, and 1729. The first coin is of Peter Romanov and grades a full VF-30 with original surfaces and coloration. A nice lamination is present in the left obverse... |
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| 1232 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $6,000.00 |
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Seventeen Russian Rubles.
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A Ruble type group to set the benchmark. Included are: 1723 Peter I KM-162.2 VF+, 1726 Catherine I KM-162.2 XF-45, 1728 Peter II KM-182.2 XF, 1732 Anna KM-192.1 XF+, 1733 Anna KM-192.2 XF+ cleaned,... |
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| 1233 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $2,800.00 |
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Seven Rubles of Russian Empress Anna.
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This lot has two 1732 dated coins, three 1733 dated Rubles, a 1734, and a 1735. The coins range in grade from VF to XF+. The surface conditions are above average and very nice for early Russian... |
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| 1234 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $2,100.00 |
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Six Rubles of the Russian Empress Anna.
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This group includes the following dates: 1736, 1737, 1737/6, and 1738. The multiple 1737 dated coins are different varieties. The coins range in grade from a Fine KM-192.2 to an XF 1738 KM-198. ... |
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| 1235 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $3,000.00 |
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Nine Rubles of the Russian Empress Elizabeth.
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The date list includes: two 1742, 1745, 1748, two 1750, 1752, 1754, and 1758. This group sports a couple of stunning coins. One of the 1742s and the 1754 are both Choice XF of better. The remaining... |
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| 1236 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $3,200.00 |
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Ten Rubles of the Russian Empress Elizabeth.
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The dates include: 1742, 1743, two 1745, 1746, 1747, 1749, two 1750, and 1758. The minimum grade in this group is VF and choice all the way up to AU. The 1743 issue has some remaining mint luster,... |
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| 1237 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $800.00 |
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Eight Rubles of Catherine the Great.
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The dates include: 1763, 1766, 1769, 1770, 1773, 1775, 1776, and 1788. The nicest coin in this group is the 1763. This coin is a nice natural VF-30. There are three more VF coins, and the... |
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| 1238 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,000.00 |
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Four Russian Poltina's.
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The dates include 1721, 1724, 1733, and 1740. The 1721 is an undated KM-156 in very nice VF. The 1724 KM-160 is likewise a VF. Both of these coins show a nice portrait of Peter the Great. The 1733... |
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| 1239 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $800.00 |
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Quarter Ruble and Twenty Kopek pieces.
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This is a superior group of minors. The group includes: 1747 Popupoltinnik, 1754 Popupoltinnik, 1769 20 Kopeks, 1769 1/4 Ruble, 1772 20 Kopeks, 1783 1/4 Ruble, 1785 1/4 Ruble, 1792 Popupoltinnik, and... |
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| 1240 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,350.00 |
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Five, Ten, and Fifteen Kopek Coins.
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This group starts with a Novodel Silver Kopek minted in 1699 and listed as a C3. This coin with the Czar on horseback with spear is in phenomenal condition. Well centered and well struck, this is an... |
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| 1241 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $925.00 |
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Fourteen Half, One, Two, Three, and Five Kopek coins.
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We have a 1735 1/2 Kopek in nice Fine+ and a Siberia 1/2 Kopek dated 1768 in nice XF. Also included are a 1712 Kopek VF+ and a 1712 Kopek in XF. Siberian pieces are offered for the years 1772 and... |
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| 1242 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $750.00 |
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Five Russian and Siberian large copper coins
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This group starts with a 1762 10 Kopek of Catherine the Great overstruck on a 5 Kopek. This coin grades VG+ on average copper. A 1788 5 Kopek overstruck on an earlier 10 Kopek piece. This coin is... |
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| 1243 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,500.00 |
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Thirty-five Bronze coins of the Parthian Empire.
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This group, as well as the other Parthian coins offered, were assembled by Richard Schweers. Mr. Schweers was an oil company executive from the Houston area that was very active in coin collecting... |
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| 1244 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $300.00 |
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Drachm of Pathian King Phraates II 138 - 128 B.C.E.
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This XF example features the Kings bust with "TAM" behind the portrait. The reverse shows Arsaces on Omphalos with bow. John Hyrcanus (high priest of the Jews) accompanied Antiochus against the... |
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| 1245 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $280.00 |
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Drachm of Parthian King Artabanus I 127-123 B.C.E.
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This VF+ example appears to be a ground find. Even so, the surfaces are very nice for an unearthed coin. This coin is the rare "hair in concentric rings" variety. |
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| 1246 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $350.00 |
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Drachms of the Parthian King Mithradates I 171-138 B.C.E.
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The first coin shows the King's bust with diadem and long beard -- a very scarce variety. The second coin shows the King wearing a nomadic bashlic. Both show a seated archer on the reverse. Both... |
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| 1247 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $800.00 |
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Drachm of the Parthian King Darius c70 B.C.E.
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This is a very rare coin. The attribution is in question as some references list this as being from the unknown King, and others attribute this coin to King Darius. It shows the court mintmark and... |
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| 1248 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $675.00 |
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Drachm of Phraates and Musa 2 B.C.E. to 4 C.E.
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The obverse of the coin shows the King with Nike on both sides of his head. The reverse shows the Queen with a tiara. It appears to be an excavated piece and has some light encrustation between some... |
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| 1249 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $625.00 |
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Drachm of Parthian King Osroes I 129-109 B.C.E.
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This is the "hair in bunches on top of head and behind ear" variety. The coin is in near Uncirculated condition. The color is silver with about half the flan having a brown or russet hue. |
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| 1250 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $550.00 |
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Drachm of Parthian King Vologases V 191-208 C.E.
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This coin shows the King facing with his hair in bunches at the sides. The coin is very well centered and is in XF condition. Struck at the Ekbatana Mint. Light encrustation at the edges of the... |
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| 1251 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $975.00 |
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Three Drachms of the Parthian King Mithradates II 123-88 B.C.E.
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The first coin, a Sellwood 24/7 in Very Fine, shows a bust of the king facing left. The second coin is a Sellwood 28/2 in Uncirculated condition with luster. The last coin is a Sellwood 27/1 and is... |
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| 1252 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $525.00 |
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Drachm of the Parthian King Arsaces II 211-191 B.C.E.
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This is the Persian King in power at the time of the Punic Wars between Rome and Carthage. This coin is in very near Uncirculated condition. The color is Medium in depth with some iridescence. The... |
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| 1253 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $525.00 |
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Three Coins of the Parthian King Phraates IV 38 B.C.E. to 2 C.E.
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This is undoubtedly the king that sent the Three Wise Men. Included is a Tetradracm in Very Fine, a Drachm with the King being crowned by a small eagle in Uncirculated condition, and a Drachm with... |
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| 1254 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $500.00 |
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Four coins of the Parthian King Gotarzes I 88-77 B.C.E.
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The four coins are all Drachms. Three of the coins are XF+ condition, while the forth is very near Uncirculated. All of the coins are well centered and have natural surfaces. None of them appear to... |
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| 1255 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $525.00 |
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Four coins of the Parthian King Orodes II 57-37 B.C.E.
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This group includes three Drachms and one Obol. The Obol is very scarce as most of these small coins were lost to time. This Obol is in Very Fine or better, and is listed as Sellwood 48/13. The... |
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| 1256 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $255.00 |
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Drachm of Parthian King Phraateces 2 B.C.E. to 4 C.E.
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This is a neat type coin with Nike on both sides of the Kings head. The coin grades Very Fine and is listed as Sellwood type 57/10. |
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| 1257 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $450.00 |
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Two Parthian Drachms.
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This lot includes a Choice Uncirculated Sellwood type 52/12 of Phraates IV that shows the king with a wart on his forehead and Nike behind. It is in a superior state of preservation. The second coin... |
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| 1258 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $130.00 |
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Drachm of Parthian King Artabanus IV 216-224 C.E.
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This excavated coin is in a nice state of preservation and grades a very strong Very Fine. It is listed as Sellwood 89/1 and shows the king with a forked beard and a tiara with ear flaps. |
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| 1259 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $700.00 |
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Ten coins of the Parthian Empire.
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This group is comprised of coins that are common to scarce varieties in special condition. These are all Drachms unless otherwise noted. They include: Mithradates II 26/1 XF+, Vonones II 67/1 VF+,... |
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| 1260 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $355.00 |
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Drachm of Partian King Vonones I 8-12 C.E.
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This is a unusual coin in that it has inscriptions on the obverse. It shows the King with a Roman style haircut. The coin is listed as Sellwood type 60/5 and grades a very solid XF. |
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| 1261 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $220.00 |
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Drachm of Parthian King Parthamaspates c116 C.E.
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This coin is a nice VF+ and is listed as Sellwood 81/1. |
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| 1262 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,450.00 |
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Twenty Type Coins.
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This will be a fun group for you to see in person in order to establish value. The group includes: 1860 Cent VF+, 1904 Cent MS-63 Red, 1868 Three-Cent Piece MS-63, 1883 No Cents Liberty Nickel... |
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| 1263 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $540.00 |
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Twelve Type Coins.
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Included are the following circulated Type Coins: 1855 Large Cent, 1857 Flying Eagle Cent, 1862 Indian Cent, 1863 Indian Cent, 1864 Indian Cent, 1878 Indian Cent, 1867 Two-Cent Piece, 1869 Shield... |
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| 1264 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $310.00 |
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Twenty-Cent Piece and Three Quarters.
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An interesting type coin lot that is comprised of the following issues and their correlating approximate grades: 1875 Twenty-Cent Piece VG-8, 1831 Capped Bust Quarter Reduced Diameter VF-20, 1854... |
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| 1265 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $475.00 |
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Seated Liberty Seated Dollar and Trade Dollar.
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This lot consists of two popular type issues that are ascribed as follows with their reciprocal approximate conditions: 1872 Seated Liberty Dollar VF-20, and 1873-CC Trade Dollar F-12. The 1872... |
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| 1266 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $210.00 |
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1792 Netherlands Silver Rider XF+.
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This is a well-struck original dark silver coin that is well centered. Both of these attributes are rare for this coin, which is commonly found in sea salvage. |
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| 1267 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $675.00 |
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Six Dollar Type Coins.
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This tantalizing dollar type grouping includes the following pieces with their associated ascribed condition levels: 1860-O No Motto Seated Liberty Silver Dollar AU-50 Cleaned, 1876-S Trade Dollar... |
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| 1268 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,100.00 |
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Thirteen Miscellaneous Copper Type Coins.
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The list of specimens and their matching, approximate grade levels are: 1832 Braided Hair Half Cent AU-50 Lightly Cleaned, 1854 Braided Hair Half Cent MS-62 BN, 1803 Draped Bust Large Cent F-12, 1814... |
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| 1269 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $900.00 |
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Thirteen Type Coins.
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This type representation of Three-Cent Pieces, Half Dimes, and Five-Cent Pieces embraces the majority of these basic designs. It comprises the following specimens and their respective approximate... |
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| 1270 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $875.00 |
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Eight Half Dollar Type Coins.
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This is a marvelous chance to acquire representative issues of this denomination. The following issues are noted along with their respective, ascribed grade levels: 1822 Capped Bust Lettered Edge... |
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| 1271 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $625.00 |
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Six Third Riech Commemorative Coins.
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This group includes three Two Mark coins: KM-70, KM-81, and KM-84, and three Five Mark coins: KM-80, KM-82, and KM-85. One of the two most valuable coins is a KM-80, which is a 1933 Five Mark... |
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| 1272 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $950.00 |
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Ten Type Coins.
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This lot represents an interesting initial selection to the formation of a quality U. S. minor type set. Included in this selection are the following pieces with their approximate ascribed grade... |
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| 1273 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $1,350.00 |
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Eleven Miscellaneous Type Coins.
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The dates and the assigned approximate conditions for this remarkable potpourri are: 1853 Arrows at Date Dime MS-60, 1883 Seated Liberty Dime AU-58, 1901 Barber Dime MS-62, 1941-D Mercury Dime MS-64... |
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| 1274 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $700.00 |
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1976 1-5/16" National Bicentennial Gold Medal. PF-62.
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The National Bicentennial Medal was offered for sale to the public in 1976 in three sizes for the .900 gold version. It was advertised as the only Congressionally sanctioned gold medal authorized for... |
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| 1275 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $390.00 |
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1880 Belgium 5 Francs 500th Anniversary Medallic Issue. MS-62.
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This charming piece was struck to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Belgium's independence. It is cataloged as KM-M9, and has a reported mintage of a mere 6,714 pieces. With slightly reflective... |
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| 831 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $1,100.00 |
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20th Century United States Type Set
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This is a monster set housed in a huge Capital Plastics holder. Some of the highlights are as follows: 1909 VDB MS-65+, 1930 Buffalo Nickel MS-65+, 1908-S Barber Dime AU-58+, 1906 Barber Quarter... |
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| 832 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $2,500.00 |
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United States Coinage Designs Type Set 1861 thru 1900.
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The Indian Cent, Two-Cent Piece, Three-Cent Nickel, Morgan Dollar, and Barber Quarter are all uncirculated. The Shield Nickel Rays and Arrows Dime, Quarter, Half Dollar, Seated Dollar, and Trade... |
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| 833 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $975.00 |
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United States Coinage Designs Type Set 1901 thru 1950.
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This is a very unique type set that has some wonderful coins housed in a Bowers and Merena Holder. The coolest coin in the set is a 1918-D Lincoln Cent that grades MS-65 BN. |
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| 834 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $140.00 |
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285-246 B.C.E. Ptolemaic Egypt Bronze Drachm.
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This dollar sized (38mm) bronze shows the head of Zeus on the obverse and the Egyptian Imperial Eagle on the reverse. The surfaces are without corrosion, but they have been cleaned sometime long ago.... |
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| 835 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $150.00 |
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610-641 C.E. Gold Solidus of Heraclius.
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This ancient gold piece was struck at the Constantinople mint with Heraclius and his son on the obverse, and a cross on steps on the reverse. Struck on a wrinkled planchet, this is an affordable... |
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| 836 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $270.00 |
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1068-1071 C.E. Gold Numisma of Byzantium.
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Minted in Constantinople, this very nice piece is more finely detailed than the common example. The planchet has been shaved slightly, attesting to this coins use in commerce. It depicts a family... |
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| 837 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $700.00 |
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Three German Taler Sized Silver Coins.
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1871 Wurttemberg - Conclusion of Franco-Prussian War MS-64, 1911 Bavaria Three Mark MS-65, 1913 Prussia Three Mark-100 years defeat of Napoleon MS-65. All three coins are housed in NGC holders. The... |
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| 838 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $725.00 |
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1905 Germany, Mecklenburg-Strelitz Two Mark. NGC Pf-66.
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This is a very lovely toned proof. The colors are pleasant blues and mauve. The surfaces are pristine, and the mirrors are deep. This is this only year for this type. 2500 minted. |
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| 839 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $490.00 |
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1888 Germany, Prussia Two Mark. NGC MS-64
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This is a one-year type. This coin is very well struck with booming luster. A hint of plum accentuates the look of this mark-free piece. |
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| 840 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $320.00 |
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1927 Germany, Weimar Republic, and Bremerhaven Five Mark. NGC PF-63
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This is a one-year Commemorative showing a sailing ship obverse and the local seal on the reverse. The coin is mark free and toned a light golden brown. |
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| 841 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $210.00 |
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1928 Germany, Weimar Republic, Death of Durer Three Mark. NGC MS-63
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This one-year Commemorative is bright white and well struck. It was minted during the time between World War One and the rise of the Third Reich. |
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| 842 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $310.00 |
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1927 and 1931 Germany, Weimar Republic, Three Mark. Proofs.
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The 1927 dated piece is the Three Mark size if the Bremerhaven coin. This coin is housed in a NGC PF-64 holder. Very deep mirrors highlight the sailing ship. The 1931 dated coin was issued in... |
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| 843 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $575.00 |
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Three German States Silver Coins. NGC.
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1841 Bavaria One Gulden NGC MS-62, 1859 Frankfurt One Gulden NGC MS-65, and 1871 Bremen One Taler NGC MS-64. The Bavarian coin is very nicely toned in shades of plum, rose and turquoise. The... |
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| 844 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $525.00 |
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Three German States Two Mark Coins. NGC.
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1901 Lubeck NGC MS-65, 1907 Baden NGC MS-64, and 1914 Bavaria NGC PF-65. The Lubeck coin shows the double-headed eagle on one side and the German Imperial eagle on the other. This coin is lightly... |
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| 845 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $450.00 |
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Three German States Silver Coins. NGC.
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1854 Saxe-Meininingen Two Gulden NGC MS-64, 1860 Frankfurt Taler NGC MS-65, and 1861 Wurttemberg Taler NGC MS-64. The 1854 dated coin is a one-year type. This large coin is fresh and original with... |
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| 846 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $600.00 |
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Three German States Five Mark Coins. NGC.
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1900 Hamburg MS-64, 1902 Saxony MS-62, and 1908 Saxe-Weimar MS-63. All three coins have nice strikes and very nice luster. All show some degree of golden-brown toning over clean surfaces. The... |
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| 847 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $775.00 |
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1st Century Roman Gold Pendant.
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This is a marvel of ancient goldsmith skill. It shows the upper torso and head of a Roman God with a detailed border. The suspension loop is very attractive and in the style common at the time of... |
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| 848 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $230.00 |
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41-54 C.E Roman Egypt Billon Tetradrachm of Claudius. VF-20.
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This a very decent VF piece with an ageless portrait of the emperor. A bit of red incrustation is noted near the design elements on both the obverse and reverse. The legends are in Greek as... |
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| 849 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $230.00 |
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Trajan 98 - 117 CE AR Denarius. XF-45.
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This is a piece from one of the adopted Roman Emperors. Trajan reign was marked by an aggressive expansion with the conquest of Dacia (modern Romania), an extensive building program, and... |
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| 850 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $110.00 |
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1795 Mexico City Mint (MO FM) 8 Reales. NGC AU-58.
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This specimen is identified by the Krause-Mishler catalog number KM-109. The obverse depicts a bust of Charles IV (Carolus IIII) of Spain. The fields are somewhat reflective and are complemented by... |
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| 851 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $725.00 |
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Roman Empire: Diocletian (AD 284 -305) AR Argentous. Rome Mint, ca. AD...
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This splendid example is fully lustrous and in near mint condition. Under Diocletian's rule the cruelest Christian persecutions were performed. It's an example of Roman coinage that was struck prior... |
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| 852 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $190.00 |
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1763 Hollandia (Netherlands) Gold Ducat. ACG MS-60.
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This example is identified by the Krause-Mishler number KM-12. Its obverse depicts a knight facing right and dividing the date. Glistening yellow-gold surfaces enhance its visual appeal. |
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| 853 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $6,500.00 |
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Roman Aureus, Julius Caesar, 45BC, L PLANC. ANACS MS-61.
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This piece features a large winged and draped bust portrait of the goddess Victory on its obverse. The reverse depicts a sacrificial jug with the handle to the right. It was minted in 45BC, the... |
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| 854 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $2,000.00 |
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1751-So J Chile 8 Escudo NGC MS-62.
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Bright sunny gold surfaces with areas on the reverse having a prooflike appearance. NGC has only certified 18 examples, and just six are graded higher. |
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| 855 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $625.00 |
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1837 Feuchtwanger Cent Hard Times Token (HT-268, Dies 3-E)
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Lewis Feuchtwanger's intent was to develop a substitute for the more expensive copper planchets required for the minting of Large Cents. This particular variety of Low-120 depicts a stunning sunset... |
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| 856 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $4,400.00 |
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Republic Gold 50 Pesos Restrike, 1947 (1996) Specimen, KM481. NGC...
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A marvelous piece with a pink blush to its radiant velvetlike surfaces. The surfaces are virtually pristine. A similar piece sold in the January 2006 New York Heritage sale for $6,900.00, including... |
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| 991 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $600.00 |
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Twenty-three Type Coins.
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A potpourri containing pieces ranging from a Half Cent to a Stone Mountain Commemorative Half Dollar await your perusal prior to placing a calculated bid. |
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| 992 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $150.00 |
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Eleven 20th Century Type Coins.
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A great group to jump start your collection. Eleven coins graded by David Hall of PCGS and housed in his sealed coin flips. |
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| 993 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $900.00 |
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Misc. Type Coins
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This is a wonderful group of inherited coins consigned by the recipient. Included are the following coins. 1865 Two-Cent Piece VG; 1865 and 1874 Three Cent Copper-Nickels that grade Fine; 1860 and... |
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| 994 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $1,250.00 |
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An Album of United States Type Coins.
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This Dansco album is nearly full, missing only the Copper-Nickel Indian Head Cent and Bust Half Dime. The three half cents are all VG or so and a little orange. The large cents are all VG or better,... |
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| 995 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $400.00 |
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Three Type Coins.
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This lot would make a great start to a wonderful type set. Included are the following: 1901 Indian Cent BU Red, 1859 Three-cent Silver, and an 1890 Liberty Nickel PR-64. |
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| 996 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $210.00 |
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Five Japanese Isshu-Gin.
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Four of the rectangular coins are silver, and one is a silver-gold mix. All the pieces are in XF or better condition and were minted in the mid-nineteenth century. Seldom seen and very popular, so... |
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| 997 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $2,100.00 |
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2004 China Panda Gold and Lunar Premium Set. Serial Number 1.
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This is an incredible find. It is a serial number 1 China Panda Gold and Lunar Premium set. That is right -- serial number 1. You know that with all the people who like China Panda coins that, now... |
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| 998 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $900.00 |
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Eight Type Coins.
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Included are: 1857 Flying Eagle Cent AU+, 1859 cent MS-60+ with flashy luster, 1909 V.D.B. MS-64 Red, 1882 Shield Nickel MS-60+ with nice luster, 1883 No Cents nickel VF+, 1912-D nickel MS-60+, 1913... |
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| 999 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $1,750.00 |
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Five Early Type Coins.
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1805 quarter VG -- very choice for the grade. 1822 quarter XF -- nice type with a few light flaws, but overall very nice. 1836 quarter XF+ -- strong luster and a nice die break obverse. 1807 half... |
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| 1000 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $1,450.00 |
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Tetradrachm of Rhodes. Near Mint.
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Rhodes, a small island at the eastern end of the Mediterranean Sea, was a major port facilitating trade throughout the Greek World and beyond. This is the culture that created the colossus, a statue... |
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| 1001 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $250.00 |
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Two Roman Denarii. XF.
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The first coin is from the Republican Period, a time when the senators had control and counsel was the highest office. Issued for Appius Claudis, who paid for the Appian Way -- the World's first... |
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| 1002 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $750.00 |
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Gold Solidus of Zeno. Near Mint.
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Byzantium gold in near mint condition has a look that transports one through time to the days of open bazaars, religious pageantry, and the fall of Rome. This coin was struck at approximately the... |
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| 1003 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $725.00 |
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1797 IJ Peru Gold Doubloon VF+.
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This is a Carlos IIII Spanish Colonial Eight Escudos Gold, which traded in the U.S. at approximately sixteen dollars U.S. until 1857. This really is a Colonial coin in the truest sense of the word. ... |
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| 1004 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $220.00 |
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1889 Brazil 10,000 Ries XF/AU.
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This is a tough date with a tiny mintage of 7,302 coins. This coin is well struck with decent luster, but it does have a few contact marks. |
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| 1005 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $500.00 |
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Three Liberty Gold Pieces AU.
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The charming trio consists of the following examples: 1856 Slanted 5 Type III Gold Dollar AU-55, 1878 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle AU-50, and 1887-S Liberty Head Half Eagle AU-50. This well-matched... |
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| 1006 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $390.00 |
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1897 Brazil 20,000 Ries Gold NGC MS-60.
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From a mintage of 11,000 coins. This piece faces up well with a full strike and good luster, but enough small marks to achieve only the MS-60 grade level. |
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| 1007 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $320.00 |
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1887 Brazil 10,000 Ries Gold. PCGS MS-62.
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This is a rare gold coin with a mintage of only 1,180 pieces. It has to be a tough coin to find one an old, green label PCGS holder like this one. The coin has flashy luster and only a few abrasions. |
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| 1008 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $1,400.00 |
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1951 Three-piece Peruvian Gold Set. PF-63.
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Here is a breakdown of this set: 100 Soles 42.1264 grams, 50 Soles 21.0632 grams, and 20 Soles 8.42528 grams. The coins average PF-63 in grade. |
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| 225 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $0.00 |
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Rome-Diocletion.
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This is a silver Argentus struck at the Rome Mint. The obverse features a very nice portrait with full facial detail. The reverse shows the tetracrhs (four joint rulers) sacrificing in front of the... |
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| 226 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $130.00 |
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Four 1957 Mint State Coins. Toned PCGS.
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Four flat-out gorgeous coins for the toned enthusiast. 1957 Franklin Half PCGS MS-65, 1957 Washington Quarter PCGS MS-66, 1957 Roosevelt Dime PCGS MS-65, and 1957-D Roosevelt Dime PCGS MS-66. |
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| 227 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $120.00 |
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Hobo Nickel.
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Appears to be a common design of a bearded man with farmer's hat. These are so much fun. |
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| 228 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $850.00 |
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U. S. Naval Pilot's Survival Gold Kit.
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These kits were issued to United States Navy Pilots in World War II. The kit consists of a hard rubber case, which is unopened, and contains either British half & full gold Sovereigns or French 10 &... |
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| 229 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $450.00 |
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Rome-Marc Anthony Legionary Denarius.
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One of the more famous Roman coins. This coin was issued by Marc Anthony, who was Julius Caesar's heir and Cleopatra's lover. Issued prior to his massive defeat at Actium to Octavian (later... |
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| 230 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $0.00 |
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Rome-Julian II.
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This is a silver Siliqua struck at Arles. The coin features a Diademed draped bearded bust of Julian II while the reverse features a wreath and lettering. The coin is a nice XF quality piece on good... |
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| 231 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $0.00 |
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Twenty-three Type Coins.
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A "grab bag" consisting of 24 collector coins. We require you to view this lot before bidding. Sold as is. |
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| 232 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $475.00 |
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1945 Saudi Arabian Gold 4 Saudi Pounds. XF-40.
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This issue was produced at the Philadelphia Mint as bullion for oil rights to Saudi Arabia in 1945. Its weight and fineness are specified on the reverse in a rectangular tablet, using 3 lines. |
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| 233 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $170.00 |
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1766 Spanish Milled Dollar. XF-40.
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This Spanish milled dollar, valued at 8 reales, was also referred to as a pillar dollar or romanticized as a "piece of eight" and was the predecessor to our silver dollars. Minted in Mexico City, it... |
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| 234 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $0.00 |
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1795 Mexico Eight Reales NGC AU-58.
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A bright white and well struck Colonial coin. These coins were the workhorse of U.S. commerce in the early days of our Country. This piece is in far superior condition when compared to those... |
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| 235 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $100.00 |
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1893 World's Columbian Exposition So-Called Dollar, HK-169. NGC MS-62.
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This piece was designed by C. Reinsch and was struck by S. D. Childs & Co. for the 1893 World's Fair. It is listed in "So-Called Dollars" as being struck in aluminum, in medal Size 25, and given the... |
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| 236 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $30.00 |
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1913 Canadian Large Cent. NGC MS-64 RB.
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Some light flecks are observed on the surfaces, which have a light frosted aspect. The deeper tones of brown and red give it a richness. The detailing is strong. |
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| 237 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $130.00 |
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Two So-Called Dollars.
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A charming pair of So-Called Dollars relating to expositions of national significance. The first piece is a 1901 Pan-American Exposition Official Medal, NGC MS-64, HK-289. It is listed as being... |
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| 238 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $95.00 |
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1913 Canadian Large Cent. NGC MS-65 RB.
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Strongly struck with full details depicted in King George's crown. Lustrous copper-red surfaces with no unsightly spotting. |
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| 239 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $100.00 |
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1913 Canadian Large Cent. NGC MS-65 RB.
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An excellent strike enhances the fiery red, lustrous surfaces of this high grade Canadian Large Cent. |
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| 240 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $1,900.00 |
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1855 Kellogg & Co. Fifty Dollar Restrike. PCGS PF-65.
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This distinct piece was struck on September 6, 2001, under the auspices of the California Historical Society. A ponderous 1,309 grains (approximately 2 1/2 troy ounces) of gold; from authentic... |
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| 241 | The Midwest Winter Sale on 02/17/2006 | $180.00 |
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Twentieth Century Type Coin Set.
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This is an interesting five-fold group of various 20th-century United States type coin issues. The 1953 Lincoln Cent is PF-65 with a coppery red mirrored brilliance. The 1908 Liberty Head Nickel is... |
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