| Lot # | Auction | Current Bid or Hammer Price | Description |
| 491 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2011 on 07/29/2011 | $425.00 |
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1889 (P01a, plate coin) PCGS PF-65 (green label).
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1889 P01a, Plate coin. A gorgeous GEM with attractive aluminum-grey patina and subdued cameo effect. |
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| 492 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2011 on 07/29/2011 | $400.00 |
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1889 NGC PF-65.
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Either a small rim cud, or an unusual lamination can be seen clinging to the extreme outer edge of the reverse at 1:00. The coin overall displays a slightly yellow-tan cast that downplays any... |
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| 288 | The Collectors' Auction 2010 on 10/15/2010 | $370.00 |
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1889 NGC PF-64.
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Brassy grey tone splashes across the entirety of both sides, relieved in areas by the nickel-grey patina integral to these late-date three-cent coins. The strike for such late proof issues in the... |
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| 358 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2010 on 07/23/2010 | $500.00 |
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1889 NGC PF-65.
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Significant coppertone patina gently deprives each side of full absolute brilliance, and on the reverse, there is a dash of hazy tobacco-tan patina at the lower left side of the wreath. Many examples... |
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| 537 | The Midwest Summer Sale on 07/24/2009 | $575.00 |
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1889 PCGS PF-65.
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Butter-amber patina thoroughly embraces this entire coin, providing something of a gold-plated appearance. The patina likely diminishes cameo potential, though the fields provide a little contrast... |
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| 570 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $475.00 |
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1889 PCGS PF-65.
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Because the slab insert prevents examination of the edge, the "proof" designation offered by PCGS cannot be verified by that factor. This coin has cartwheel luster more typical of a business strike... |
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| 571 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2009 on 02/13/2009 | $425.00 |
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1889 PCGS PF-65.
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(Ex. Heritage 10/28/2008: 24060) Velvety design elements contrast just a little with the dimly reflective backdrop provided by the field luster. Two carbon spots are notable above and below the... |
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| 346 | The Collectors' Auction 2008 on 10/17/2008 | $625.00 |
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1889 NGC PF-65.
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Embossed NGC holders are popular with many collectors who seek out conservatively graded coins, and this one houses a PF-65 1889 three-cent nickel that looks like it could qualify for a cameo... |
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| 482 | The Midwest Winter Sale 2008 on 02/08/2008 | $775.00 |
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1889 Proof three-cent nickel, PCGS PR-66 CAMEO
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The merest hint of bronze patina visits areas of the portrait, but this diminutive coin flaunts a generally brilliant, untoned appearance. Extremely well struck, with a tiny strike through visible at... |
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| 394 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2007 on 07/27/2007 | $850.00 |
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1889 NGC PF-67.
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This is a magnificent Gem from the terminal year of issue for this classic denomination. The stunning frosted design motifs are exquisitely contrasted by nearly flawless mirrorlike fields. A whisper... |
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| 918 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $550.00 |
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1889 NGC PF-65.
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From the final year for this denomination's issue and with a total of 3,436 pieces struck. A scant number of flecks are able to be observed if a strong glass is employed. The frosty design elements... |
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| 919 | The Collector's Auction on 10/20/2006 | $625.00 |
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1889 NGC PF-66.
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A delicate whisper of rose accentuates this specimen's satinlike surfaces that are enhanced by frosty design elements. A couple of random specks and faint hairlines are mentioned for accuracy on this... |
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| 1098 | The Midwest Summer Sale 2006 on 07/21/2006 | $475.00 |
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1889 NGC PF-65.
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The satiny appearance of this specimen is enhanced by an exquisite golden rose hue. Its surfaces are reflective instead of being deeply mirrored. A couple insignificant flecks are noted on this... |
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