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Lot Title:
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1897-S PCGS MS-65.
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Description:
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Startlingly beautiful cobalt-bronze and azure marbled tone creeps across both sides of this coin, entwining it in a pattern reminiscent of English ivy as it clambers over an old stone wall. This is a toning pattern quite unlike what is normally seen, that's for certain! The artistic result is difficult to describe, but luster emblazoned across the fields only adds to the marvelous effect. On top of considerable aesthetic merit, an extraordinary strike appears to have brought up every possible detail available to the die, and despite a technical grade of just MS-65, this coin far exceeds lofty expectations in every regard. Contact marks are minimal, and of course, the eye appeal is fantastic. Few coins can aspire to the rarified level required of the Scotsman Cataloger's Choice, and grade and value never factor into the award, but this is a hands-down obvious candidate to receive the title. A magnificent gem!
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Low Estimate:
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$425.00 |
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High Estimate:
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$500.00 |
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Lot Status:
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Bidding has been closed for this lot. |
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Hammered Price: |
$850.00
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Price Realized:
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$977.50 |
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Price history for items of the same classification:
| Lot # | Auction | Current Bid or Hammer Price | Description |
| 948 | The Collectors' Auction 2013 on 10/18/2013 | $575.00 |
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1897-S PCGS MS-65.
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More difficult than average at the gem level, the quality offers enticements well beyond mere technical aspirations. Both sides present an intriguing complexity of lavender-rose and aqua-gold colors,... |
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| 800 | The Collectors' Auction 2011 on 10/21/2011 | $1,850.00 |
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1897-S PCGS MS-66.
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The screaming white fluorescence is almost beyond belief. This coin is so bright white that it could cast shadows across a darkened room! Add to that an extremely sharp strike and blatant prooflike... |
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| 856 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2007 on 02/09/2007 | $450.00 |
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1897-S PCGS MS-65.
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A blast white Morgan housed in an old, green label PCGS holder. All of the detail is there, and there are minimal marks. |
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| 752 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $625.00 |
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1897-S PCGS MS-65PL.
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Encapsulated in an older style holder, this simply vibrant dollar has fewer ticks than would be presumed. Its reflective surfaces are embellished with enticing russet splashes. While not rare in... |
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