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Browse Catalogue of Stack's May 2006 Auction Limited to: The Northern Bay Collection: Part III → U. S. Half Dollars Page 1 of 5  •  First  Previous  Next  Last  • Goto Page Categories  •  Stack's May 2006 → The Northern Bay Collection: Part III → U. S. Half Dollars → U. S. Flowing Hair Half Dollars Print these Realized Prices! You'll need the Adobe PDF Reader to view and/or print the prices realized sheet. Lot # Description Grade Hammer Price 4315 1795 Overton 109 (R-4). Two Leaves Below Wing EF $4,000.00 A very strong and pleasing Extremely Fine. Bright silver dominates the surfaces with a frame of speckled gold near the edges and devices. Traces of lustre remain in the protected areas. There are some minor surface scratches in the right obverse field, but a loupe is needed to see them. Clean rims and devices otherwise, with no bumps or adjustment marks to distract. On this die state, a faint...  more 4316 1795 O.116 (R-4). Two Leaves Below Wing CH AU $30,000.00 Brilliant Uncirculated and virtually Choice. Toned with a mixture of russet-gold and sky blue over the obverse and reverse, with muted silver present at certain angles. There are adjustment marks on the obverse, which extend around much of the rim with some faintly crossing over Liberty's face and hair. A strong loupe will find a light scrape on Liberty's neck and bust. Sharply impressed...  more 4317 1795 O.125 (R-4) VERY CH BU $35,000.00 Here is a coin with the lustre and eye appeal of a Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated coin. However, there are two minor dull but significant scratches which will identify this coin, one is hidden and extends along the base of Liberty's truncation, the other is short and extends horizontally in the small field below the left wing of the eagle. Bright and lustrous throughout, and ringed...  more 4318 1801 O.101 (R-3). Choice Brilliant Uncirculated CH BU $35,000.00 The entire coin is toned with attractive deep blue and russet over fiery lustre. The strike is average for the date, with several obverse stars lacking their centers, and a few stars on the reverse are shadowy traces above the eagle's head, an area opposite Liberty's bust. Liberty's curls are all well defined by the dies, and enhanced by lustre within the recesses. The eagle's wings...  more 4319 1802 O.101 (R-3) CH AU $35,000.00 Choice About Uncirculated. Wonderfully sharp central definition for this date, with all the curls present on Liberty and the feathers on the eagle's breast and wings. Toned with antique russet and gray with blue accents near the rims. Trivial handling marks from brief circulation and another extraordinary coin for the specialist who demands eye appeal and quality. There are just two...  more Categories  •  Stack's May 2006 → The Northern Bay Collection: Part III → U. S. Half Dollars → U. S. Capped Bust, Lettered Edge Half Dollars Lot # Description Grade Hammer Price 4320 1809 O.106 (R-3). Brilliant Uncirculated BU $5,000.00 The initial appearance is that of a Choice or better coin, however, the toning belies a past gentle cleaning. Recovered today with teal through the dentils and russet-gold reaching to the stars and legend while the centers are generally bright silver. Sharply impressed on the stars and curls. Examination will find a couple of faint scrapes on Liberty's neck and nearby field, but these...  more 4321 1821 O.101a. Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated, virtually a Gem VERY CH BU $5,500.00 An extraordinary coin that shows deep reflectivity in the fields, enough so that our consignor (and no doubt the dealer who sold the coin) believed it to be a Proof. There are some small areas in the fields near Liberty's chin and the eagle's head which are frosty instead of reflective, and hence we question its Proof status. Nevertheless, this is a magnificent coin that displays delicate...  more 4322 1829/7 O.101a. Very Choice Brilliant Uncirculated VERY CH BU $3,750.00 This coin enjoys an outstanding visual presentation which includes radiant lustre in the fields and gorgeous deep blue and russet-gold toning throughout. The strike is sharp and just a couple of stars show minor central softness. Struck from a lapped reverse die, with the arrow shafts thin or incomplete near the claws. On the obverse the left side of the rim shows weakness from die or...  more 4323 1836 O-116 (R-7 as Proof). Lettered Edge, 50 over 00 blunder VERY CH BR PF $34,000.00 Very Choice Brilliant Proof. Here is an extraordinary coin that apparently has been tucked away for perhaps half a century, and does not appear to have been auctioned previously. Toned rich gunmetal gray with glorious blue hues mixed with rose and russet colors on both sides. The surfaces are very choice indeed, and the reverse would probably rate a full Gem if graded on its own. The...  more Categories  •  Stack's May 2006 → The Northern Bay Collection: Part III → U. S. Half Dollars → U. S. Capped Bust, Reeded Edge Half Dollars Lot # Description Grade Hammer Price 4324 1836 Reeded Edge. (Low R-7 as Proof). Choice Brilliant Proof CH BR PF $38,000.00 A gloriously toned Choice coin that may grade even higher were it not for some inconspicuously positioned obverse hairline scratches. The visual allure is truly exceptional on this important first coinage from the newly installed steam coining press at the Philadelphia Mint. The toning ranges from deep gray to gunmetal blue with hints of lavender in the reflective fields. Fully and boldly...  more 4325 1836 Reeded Edge. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated CH BU $16,000.00 A satiny coin which displays attractive sea green and gold peripheral toning on the obverse, and matching colors surrounding the reverse legends and devices. The strike is lacking the sharpness seen on the prior Proof issue, with softness on Liberty's curls and on the eagle's feather tips and claws. Scattered hairlines are present in the fields, which become apparent with a loupe but elude...  more 4326 1839 Large Letters Reverse. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated CH BU $850.00 Toned with lovely light aqua around the obverse rim, with russet accents highlighting most of the devices and desirable silver-gray dominating the surfaces. There are a couple of inconsequential hairline scratches on the upper reverse that hardly detract. Boldly struck throughout, with no weakness present on the curls, stars or claws. A very attractive coin that should please any numismatist. 4327 1839'O' Choice Brilliant Uncirculated CH BU $5,000.00 Here is a delightful example of this elusive issue that retains ample mint frost and delicate blue and light gold toning over most of the surface. The strike is sharp and both the obverse and reverse die show extensive die cracks through the date, stars and reverse legends and devices. This is a middle die state as these cracks continue to expand in width and length on others seen from...  more 4328 1839'O' AU $1,100.00 About Uncirculated. Toned dark gray throughout and attractive with lighter gray peeking through from the high points of the design. The strike is sharp on this specimen, with no signs of weakness present. Coined from the usual die pairing with the encircling cracks through the date, stars and legends, but an earlier die state than the prior coin as the die cracks are much finer and not...  more Categories  •  Stack's May 2006 → The Northern Bay Collection: Part III → U. S. Half Dollars → U. S. Liberty Seated Half Dollars Lot # Description Grade Hammer Price 4329 1839 No Drapery. Brilliant Uncirculated BU $15,000.00 - and nearly worthy of a Choice distinction. Closed '9' in the date with the knob of the '9' essentially touching the loop above. Bright fields and devices enjoy a full measure of icy mint frost. The obverse exhibits bold definition on Liberty's head and shield, as well as some light rim crumbling between 12:00 and 1:00. The reverse is that of a Choice example; there being outstanding detail in the...  more 4330 1852 Gem Brilliant Uncirculated GEM BU $15,000.00 - and a simply splendid specimen! Wonderfully unencumbered velvet-silk fields complement meticulously struck legends and devices. A delicate blush of lilac-gold completes the remarkable presentation of this jewel. Although there are a fair number of Mint State survivors of this elusive date, Gems of the magnitude offered here are very rare. As a matter of fact, this glorious coin is certainly...  more 4331 1853 Arrows and Rays. Brilliant Uncirculated BU $1,600.00 - or a bit better. Rich golden and iridescent toning immerses either side of this satiny, evenly struck specimen. There is a single tiny obverse rim mark at 2:00, otherwise there are no imperfections that warrant special mention. Mint State examples of this important one-year type coin are always in great demand, and certainly the handsome coin offered here is no exception. 4332 1853 Arrows and Rays AU $350.00 About Uncirculated or very nearly so. There is a thin, shallow obverse contact mark at Liberty's breast, otherwise this delicately toned example is problem-free. Traces of olive-golden toning accent plenty of mint frost in the devices. 4333 1854 Arrows CH AU $275.00 Choice About Uncirculated from the standpoint of wear. There are, however, a few short, thin field scratches that are primarily evident on the obverse. Icy mint frost is accented by traces of russet iridescence. 4334 1855 Arrows AU $325.00 Easily About Uncirculated or better and exhibiting compelling shades of lavender, violet, and pale blue. The underlying surfaces, however, reveal light hairlines beneath the toning. 4335 1855'O' Choice Brilliant Uncirculated CH BU $700.00 Doubling visible at the bottom of the left arrow and the bases of the numerals in the date is most evident at the '55'. A balanced, forceful strike is embellished by satiny lustre in the fields. An overlying blend of olive-russet and subtle lavender toning completes this example. 4336 1858 Brilliant Proof BR PF $2,500.00 - nearly worthy of a Choice distinction. Reverse Hub Variety I (the top serifs of the 'L' and 'F' in HALF nearly touch; the eagle's right talons are long and closed). Hairlines are visible in the fields on either side, however the surfaces remain assertive and fully mirrored. Rich russet-golden peripheral toning is accented by deep blue iridescence at the rims. Breen indicates that all of the Proofs...  more 4337 1859 Judd 235 (R-4 to 5) BR PF $1,700.00 Silver, RE. 191.8 grains. Brilliant Proof, virtually worthy of a Choice distinction. Anthony Paquet's majestic design offers a seated Liberty on the obverse supporting fasces with her right hand and a shield with her left. The reverse exhibits an eagle with wings spread, holding a ribbon in its beak inscribed E PLURIBUS UNUM. This is the scarcer subvariety with seven tailfeathers on...  more 4338 1859 Choice Brilliant Proof CH BR PF $4,000.00 Reverse Hub Variety I. Delicate lilac-gray fields contrast quite nicely against whiter, razor-sharp cameo design elements. The quality is certainly superior to that typically encountered for examples of this elusive Proof issue. A total of 800 Proofs of are reported to have been struck. 4339 1860 Brilliant Proof BR PF $1,000.00 - with claims to the Choice category. Reverse Hub Variety II (the top serifs of the 'L' and 'F' in HALF are well separated; the eagle's right talons are shorter and a bit more opened). Dusty tan-gray toning bathes this fully struck example. The reverse field reflectivity is somewhat muted, otherwise a Choice designation would be warranted. A total of 1,000 Proofs of this date were coined,...  more 4340 1861 Very Choice Brilliant Proof VERY CH BR PF $4,500.00 - and exhibiting a pale blush of lilac-mauve toning. Reverse Hub Variety II as are all Proofs and business strikes of this issue. Dazzling mirrored field radiance complements frosty legends and design features. Breen indicates that of the 1,000 Proofs struck, more than 600 were unsold and subsequently melted. 4341 1861 Brilliant Proof BR PF $525.00 - with claims to the Choice category. Reverse Hub Variety II. Light to medium olive toning is embellished by hints of electric-blue iridescence at the rims. The fields exhibit hairlines, however the reflectivity is very much intact. 4342 1862 Brilliant Proof BR PF $1,300.00 - or a trifle better. Reverse Hub Variety II as are all coins minted of this date. Noticeable hairlines are most obvious when this specimen is rotated under a strong lamp. The devices maintain their full countenance, and the fields are not at all lacking in mirror-proof vibrancy. Of the 550 Proofs that were coined of this vintage, many were unsold and found their demise in the melting...  more 4343 1863 Choice Brilliant Proof CH BR PF $3,250.00 - with claims to the Gem category. Reverse Hub Variety II as are all coins struck of this issue. Meticulously defined cameo legends and design features are accompanied by glistening mirror-proof fields. Wispy emerald-russet obverse peripheral iridescence completes this premium quality specimen. This date enjoys the lowest Proof mintage of any No Motto Liberty Seated Half Dollar (only 460...  more 4344 1864 Brilliant Proof BR PF $2,200.00 - and approaching a Choice distinction. Reverse Hub Variety II as are all coins of this date. The '64' in the date are closely spaced. Wonderfully deep cameo legends and design elements are easily those of a Choice to Gem Proof specimen. There are, however, too many light hairlines in the fields to justify such a grade. Despite its shortcomings, this coin remains a very enticing example, particularly...  more Page 1 of 5  •  First  Previous  Next  Last  • Goto Page

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