1856 50C, CAM PR(PCGS#86410)

The Regency Auction 48

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

63

等级

PR64CAM

价格

93,967

详细说明

FROM THE BOYLSTON COLLECTION PART III Ex Eliasberg, as noted on the insert. An exceedingly brilliant and reflective near-GEM example of this VERY RARE early Proof. While the mintage is not known, it was extremely small, with approximately 25 estimated to have been struck (though PCGS CoinFacts suggests a total of 35 known in all grades, which likely comes from the total number graded between PCGS and NGC and there is lots of duplication, with crossovers, upgrades, etc). The mirrored fields have a blinding reflection with deep, bold clarity. The razor sharp devices have a thick, rich, creamy white frosty texture that stands out in stark contrast to the surrounding mirrored fields. A few ancient lines are noted with the aid of a powerful glass, but have little impact on the overall outstanding visual quality. Ex. Dixie Land Collection, Geoffrey Charlton Adams, November 1906; John H. Clapp; Clapp Estate, to Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. via Stack's en bloc in 1942; Louis E. Eliasberg Collection, Bowers & Merena/ Stack's, April 1997, lot 1965; Richmond Collection, Part III, David Lawrence Rare Coins, March 2005, lot 1800; Heritage, October 2012, lot 4402. Only 25 or so were struck. PCGS 3, NGC 1. It has been over 15 years since one sold in auction. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $15,000. Just three are graded higher at PCGS in the CAM designation. The eye appeal is sensational, the coin is extremely rare, and the provenance cannot be beat! Good luck. Cert. Number 42349757 PCGS # 86410