1887 G$1, CAM PR(PCGS#87637)

1887 G$1, CAM PR (PCGS#87637)

August 2019 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Rosemont, IL

详细说明: Exquisite Gem Proof 1887 Gold Dollar 1887 Gold Dollar. Proof-66 (PCGS). CAC. A fully brilliant coin with the characteristic deep orange peel mirror surfaces framing bright marigold frosted devices with no signs of copper toning or specks as this issue is sometimes prone. As with many of the last Proof gold dollars, almost all the 1,043 gold dollars struck in 1887 were purchased by jewelers who began to have some difficulty obtaining circulation strike specimens from banks. A feature found on the Proof 1887 gold dollar issue worth noting are the joined top leaves on the reverse wreath caused by a die break. It is believed that perhaps the published mintage figures may be higher than were struck since the overall rarity of remaining Proof coins is far more than would be expected. However, that discrepancy may also be explained by coins damaged in jewelry that eventually ended up in the Treasury's crucibles in the melts of the 1930s. In any case, these late gold dollar issues are greatly appreciated by today's numismatists and are highly sought after when particularly choice examples, as here, are offered for sale. A pleasing coin in every way and sure to please. PCGS Population: 5; 4 finer. PCGS# 87637. NGC ID: 25EX. Click here for certification details from PCGS.