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THE REGENCY AUCTION <strong>29</strong><br />
LOT 360<br />
$20 1866-S MOTTO. PCGS<br />
AU58 CAC<br />
This is a great match to the<br />
previous lot, and would make<br />
a great transitional pair for<br />
the advanced gold collector.<br />
Early in 1866, the design was<br />
modified slightly to include<br />
IN GOD WE TRUST in the<br />
circle of stars on the reverse,<br />
however, the new reverse dies<br />
did not arrive in San Francisco<br />
until after some older No Motto<br />
dies were employed and coins<br />
put out into circulation.<br />
The present near-Mint State<br />
coin is really a wonderful “super slider.” Rich orange-gold color dominates with areas of lighter gold that contrasts. The luster<br />
is essentially unbroken and glows over the satiny surfaces. Really the evidence of any time in circulation is so microscopic, the<br />
friction is barely noticeable on either side. There are a few tiny contact marks that we can see only with the help of a strong glass,<br />
none of which are inappropriate for the grade, nor do they affect the superb eye appeal.<br />
PCGS 39, NGC 116, CAC 14. Typically these have been selling in the $13,000-$15,000 range and the current PCGS Price Guide<br />
value is listed at $15,000. As expected this date is RARE any finer, and a CHOICE AU58 will fit nicely in any carefully selected set.<br />
PCGS# 8950 | ESTIMATE: $12,500+<br />
LOT 361<br />
$20 1867 PCGS AU55<br />
A lovely, original Choice AU example with just a touch of<br />
friction on the highest surfaces. Nicely struck and possessing a<br />
pleasing olive-gold patina on both sides. There are very few lines<br />
or marks to distract the eye. This date is scarcer in AU than you<br />
might expect for the mintage of 251,015.<br />
PCGS 39, NGC 42. The last example sold in March 2018,<br />
which was CAC, and realized $2,640 and the current PCGS<br />
value is $3,000. With its wholesome look, this piece should see<br />
a similar result. A nice addition to any holding of With Motto<br />
Double Eagles.<br />
PCGS# 8951 | ESTIMATE: $2,200+<br />
LOT 362<br />
$20 1869-S PCGS AU55 CAC<br />
Very eye appealing for the grade, this Type II double eagle is<br />
totally original and offers a great look. Rich orange-gold color<br />
comes to life with a pleasing satiny sheen. Well executed in<br />
terms of strike, the details are nicely rendered. The surfaces<br />
show just a touch of friction and there are only a few tiny ticks<br />
noted under a strong glass, typical for the grade.<br />
PCGS 127, NGC 364, CAC 31. Do not let the populations<br />
fool you, these do not come up for auction too often. The most<br />
recent PCGS/CAC example to sell in auction realized $2,468<br />
in June 2017. The current PCGS value is listed at $3,000. A<br />
collection of Philadelphia and San Francisco mint Type II<br />
double eagles in CHOICE AU grades would make a very neat<br />
short set to work on.<br />
PCGS# 8956 | ESTIMATE: $2,000+<br />
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