1854-D $3 MS(PCGS#7970)

The Regency Auction 52

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

197

等级

AU55

价格

534,019

详细说明

FROM THE OAK COLLECTION First off, the 54-D $3 is the only year this denomination was struck at the Dahlonega mint, and important as such. Add to that the low mintage of 1,120 and the low survival. Doug Winter in 2005 suggests 115-160 and PCGS CoinFacts suggests up to 300 in all grades; if you combine the total number graded by PCGS and NGC, you get fewer than 240 (which no doubt includes duplicate submissions, crossovers, etc.) and most of these are in the VF to AU53 range. Regardless of total number known, this date is VERY RARE in high grade, always in demand, and is among the classic blue chip gold pieces of American numismatics. Only the lightest touch of wear can be seen on the obverse and reverse of this CHOICE AU example. Rich golden tones show hints of old olive patina on both sides. Hints of semi-reflective luster, particularly on the reverse brings out the depth and richness of the color. A few light marks, including some tiny ticks along the obverse rim will forever be a hallmark of this Oak Collection coin, identifying it as such for posterity. The quality of this coin is high end and the eye appeal is superior to the majority graded AU55 seen. Ex Tide Collection, Heritage, October 2006, lot 2635; unknown intermediaries; Crescent City Numismatics; Oak Collection. PCGS 25, NGC 19. We suspect that there is some duplication between crossovers and resubmissions. The most recent example sold in April 2019 for $43,200. In the succeeding three years, the market has strengthened significantly and the current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $62,500. VERY RARE any finer, this coin will see very spirited bidding from the specialist collector! Do not let this opportunity pass you by! Cert. Number 44504141 PCGS # 7970