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The semi-proof-like surfaces add depth to the natural medium golden-brown patina. The left obverse margin displays an arc of lavender toning. A sharp strike with minor softness on the upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing stars 8 and 9. This first year of issue usually comes sharply struck, with strong hair detail and stars. It has always enjoyed strong demand and is very underrated in Choice Mint State. Ex-Gardner The first circulation strike Liberty Seated dollars were produced in July of 1840 to the extent of 12,500 pieces. These were among the few coins of this type struck on government account, for they were made to acquaint bullion depositors with their new coinage option. Follow on deliveries made at the request of these depositors resulted in a total circulation strike mintage of the 1840 of 61,005 pieces. Unlike most first-year issues in U.S. coinage history the 1840 was not saved by the contemporary public.
The semi-proof-like surfaces add depth to the natural medium golden-brown patina. The left obverse margin displays an arc of lavender toning. A sharp strike with minor softness on the upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing stars 8 and 9. This first year of issue usually comes sharply struck, with strong hair detail and stars. It has always enjoyed strong demand and is very underrated in Choice Mint State. Ex-Gardner The first circulation strike Liberty Seated dollars were produced in July of 1840 to the extent of 12,500 pieces. These were among the few coins of this type struck on government account, for they were made to acquaint bullion depositors with their new coinage option. Follow on deliveries made at the request of these depositors resulted in a total circulation strike mintage of the 1840 of 61,005 pieces. Unlike most first-year issues in U.S. coinage history the 1840 was not saved by the contemporary public.
Sharply struck with a light pewter-gray and golden toning that reveals original cartwheel luster. This date usually comes well struck, with occasional weakness on the hair, star centrals, central areas, and the upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing. Silver dollar production climbed in 1841, the second year of the Liberty Seated series. At 173,000 coins struck, the mintage of the 1841 is comparable to those of the 1842 and 1843. The 1841, however, is far scarcer in numismatic circles, making it one of the most underrated issues of its era. Attractive, fully original Mint State survivors are rare. The present example, free of size-able handling marks, has the look of a coin that found its way into numismatic hands at an early date, a rare scenario for a circulation strike Liberty Seated dollar from the 1840s since what few numismatists were active in the United States at that time usually acquired Proof examples.
Sharply struck with a light pewter-gray and golden toning that reveals original cartwheel luster. This date usually comes well struck, with occasional weakness on the hair, star centrals, central areas, and the upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing. Silver dollar production climbed in 1841, the second year of the Liberty Seated series. At 173,000 coins struck, the mintage of the 1841 is comparable to those of the 1842 and 1843. The 1841, however, is far scarcer in numismatic circles, making it one of the most underrated issues of its era. Attractive, fully original Mint State survivors are rare. The present example, free of size-able handling marks, has the look of a coin that found its way into numismatic hands at an early date, a rare scenario for a circulation strike Liberty Seated dollar from the 1840s since what few numismatists were active in the United States at that time usually acquired Proof examples.
Probably the most common date in the 1840’s. The vivid blue and green obverse center changes to gold and red at the rim. The golden reverse center turns to red, purple, and finally steel blue at the rim. Slight striking weakness is often seen on Liberty’s hair, the star centrals, central areas, and the upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing. The dies were polished several times, and subsequent striking’s are often proof-like. The perception of the 1842 as the most plentiful Liberty Seated dollar from the 1840s is misleading when analyzing Choice Mint State specimens. This example has outstanding eye-appeal. At 184,618 pieces produced, the 1842 has the highest mintage of any circulation strike Liberty Seated dollar issue from the 1840s. Indeed, this figure would not be surpassed for the series until 1859, when the Comstock Lode finally provided the United States with a significant source of domestically mined silver.
Probably the most common date in the 1840’s. The vivid blue and green obverse center changes to gold and red at the rim. The golden reverse center turns to red, purple, and finally steel blue at the rim. Slight striking weakness is often seen on Liberty’s hair, the star centrals, central areas, and the upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing. The dies were polished several times, and subsequent striking’s are often proof-like. The perception of the 1842 as the most plentiful Liberty Seated dollar from the 1840s is misleading when analyzing Choice Mint State specimens. This example has outstanding eye-appeal. At 184,618 pieces produced, the 1842 has the highest mintage of any circulation strike Liberty Seated dollar issue from the 1840s. Indeed, this figure would not be surpassed for the series until 1859, when the Comstock Lode finally provided the United States with a significant source of domestically mined silver.
This premium example displays attractive natural toning, a sharp strike, and smooth surfaces. A beautiful example of a naturally toned coin with its original skin. Usually comes well struck. The perception of the 1843 as a common Liberty Seated dollar is not accurate when analyzing Choice Mint State specimens. Demand for dollars from depositors of silver bullion remained consistent during the three-year period from 1841 to 1843. All three issues having similar mintages that are unsurpassed by those of any other issues from the 1840’s. Overall silver production remained low during this decade as there were few domestic sources, and many of the Seated dollars from this period represent re-coining of melted down Spanish silver. The 1843 vies with the 1842, 1846, and 1847, as the most plentiful Liberty Seated dollar from that decade. However, no fully original, problem free, and attractive specimen, from this challenging series can be accurately defined as common.
This premium example displays attractive natural toning, a sharp strike, and smooth surfaces. A beautiful example of a naturally toned coin with its original skin. Usually comes well struck. The perception of the 1843 as a common Liberty Seated dollar is not accurate when analyzing Choice Mint State specimens. Demand for dollars from depositors of silver bullion remained consistent during the three-year period from 1841 to 1843. All three issues having similar mintages that are unsurpassed by those of any other issues from the 1840’s. Overall silver production remained low during this decade as there were few domestic sources, and many of the Seated dollars from this period represent re-coining of melted down Spanish silver. The 1843 vies with the 1842, 1846, and 1847, as the most plentiful Liberty Seated dollar from that decade. However, no fully original, problem free, and attractive specimen, from this challenging series can be accurately defined as common.
Deep purple-blue toning over sharp mark free surfaces. Original skin and conservatively graded MS-62, perhaps the toning subdues the luster just enough to prevent a higher grade. This is the only issue with the quadruple obverse stripes in the shield. Strikes range from weak to very sharp, often displaying weakness on the star centrals and upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing. This low mintage date is very rare in Choice Mint State. A popular low mintage issue, the 1844 is seldom seen with the richly original surfaces that define this piece. The 20,000-piece mintage for the 1844 is the lowest in the circulation strike Liberty Seated dollar series up to that point in time as demand from depositors of silver bullion reached a record low since the inception of this series in 1840.
Deep purple-blue toning over sharp mark free surfaces. Original skin and conservatively graded MS-62, perhaps the toning subdues the luster just enough to prevent a higher grade. This is the only issue with the quadruple obverse stripes in the shield. Strikes range from weak to very sharp, often displaying weakness on the star centrals and upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing. This low mintage date is very rare in Choice Mint State. A popular low mintage issue, the 1844 is seldom seen with the richly original surfaces that define this piece. The 20,000-piece mintage for the 1844 is the lowest in the circulation strike Liberty Seated dollar series up to that point in time as demand from depositors of silver bullion reached a record low since the inception of this series in 1840.
Sharply struck with original multicolored deep gun metal grey, navy, and pale evergreen toning. When the coin is tilted one can see traces of light semi-proof-like mirrors. With a mintage of only 24,500 this date is very scarce in high grades. Usually well struck with occasional slight weakness on the star centrals, central areas, and the eagle’s upper right-wing. Mint state examples with original surfaces are rare and were missing from many important old-time collections.
Sharply struck with original multicolored deep gun metal grey, navy, and pale evergreen toning. When the coin is tilted one can see traces of light semi-proof-like mirrors. With a mintage of only 24,500 this date is very scarce in high grades. Usually well struck with occasional slight weakness on the star centrals, central areas, and the eagle’s upper right-wing. Mint state examples with original surfaces are rare and were missing from many important old-time collections.
Mottled steel gray toning with multicolored highlights on smooth well struck surfaces. A beautiful premium quality example for the grade. Purchased from a friend, previously from the Joseph C. Thomas Collection. Usually some strike weakness ranging from weak to sharp. Occasionally slight weakness on the head, star centrals, and the eagle’s upper right-wing.
Mottled steel gray toning with multicolored highlights on smooth well struck surfaces. A beautiful premium quality example for the grade. Purchased from a friend, previously from the Joseph C. Thomas Collection. Usually some strike weakness ranging from weak to sharp. Occasionally slight weakness on the head, star centrals, and the eagle’s upper right-wing.
Well struck with gold toning clinging to the devices, blue, purple, and green colored fields. Wholesome natural surfaces with superb eye-appeal combine to produce one of my favorite coins. A common date, examples are usually well struck, occasionally slight weakness on the hair, star centrals, central areas, and the eagle’s upper right-wing.
Well struck with gold toning clinging to the devices, blue, purple, and green colored fields. Wholesome natural surfaces with superb eye-appeal combine to produce one of my favorite coins. A common date, examples are usually well struck, occasionally slight weakness on the hair, star centrals, central areas, and the eagle’s upper right-wing.
Natural rich golden-lavender toning yields to vibrant blue at the periphery. A weak strike yielding weak stars and a smooth big toe are trumped by the rarity of her naturally toned smooth surfaces. With a mintage of only 15,000 this date is very rare in high grades. Strikes range from weak to very sharp and often display weakness on the star centrals and the eagle’s upper right-wing. The low mintage accounts for its key date status which creates strong demand. Demand for dollars from contemporary bullion depositors dipped in 1848, and the Philadelphia Mint delivered just 15,000 circulation strikes making it the lowest mintage Liberty Seated dollar from the 1840s. Once again, the limited supply of domestically mined silver is the prime culprit for the Philadelphia Mint's paltry issue of dollars.
Natural rich golden-lavender toning yields to vibrant blue at the periphery. A weak strike yielding weak stars and a smooth big toe are trumped by the rarity of her naturally toned smooth surfaces. With a mintage of only 15,000 this date is very rare in high grades. Strikes range from weak to very sharp and often display weakness on the star centrals and the eagle’s upper right-wing. The low mintage accounts for its key date status which creates strong demand. Demand for dollars from contemporary bullion depositors dipped in 1848, and the Philadelphia Mint delivered just 15,000 circulation strikes making it the lowest mintage Liberty Seated dollar from the 1840s. Once again, the limited supply of domestically mined silver is the prime culprit for the Philadelphia Mint's paltry issue of dollars.
Well struck with appealing apricot toning that deepens at the rims. A few light hairlines in the upper reverse field are all that prevent a higher grade. Often comes with a soft strike on the stars and the eagle’s leg. Finding a premium quality example in Mint State condition is a challenge. Demand from bullion depositors resulted in a mintage of 62,600 circulation strike silver dollars in 1849. Most were exported, a familiar scenario, although enough returned from Europe in payment for goods that the 1849 is now regarded as one of the more readily obtainable issues of its type in circulated grades.
Well struck with appealing apricot toning that deepens at the rims. A few light hairlines in the upper reverse field are all that prevent a higher grade. Often comes with a soft strike on the stars and the eagle’s leg. Finding a premium quality example in Mint State condition is a challenge. Demand from bullion depositors resulted in a mintage of 62,600 circulation strike silver dollars in 1849. Most were exported, a familiar scenario, although enough returned from Europe in payment for goods that the 1849 is now regarded as one of the more readily obtainable issues of its type in circulated grades.
The 1850 is the first of the truly low mintage circulation strike issues in the Liberty Seated dollar series with only 7,500 pieces produced. This is the lowest yearly output from either the Philadelphia or New Orleans mints since the introduction of the Liberty Seated design in 1840. Most examples are well struck and circulation strikes almost always display slightly to fully proof-like finish. This fully struck example displays vibrant golden toning that really pops. The onset of the California Gold Rush in 1849 led to the yellow precious metal becoming common on the world market in comparison to silver. This forced a rise in silver prices to the point where such coins were eventually withdrawn from circulation and hoarded domestically or, more commonly, exported to Europe and subsequently melted. Liberty Seated dollars, being large storehouses of silver that were already held by bullion brokers in most instances, were among those coins that suffered the most immediate and extensive effects of this melting. Hoarding and increased exportation also meant that little bullion remained on hand that depositors would potentially want to have coined into new dollars. This situation would become even more severe in 1851 and 1852, when circulation strike dollar coinage shrank to infinitesimal levels. Survivors of the 1850 issue are scarce in today's market despite my suspicion that they were hoarded. Very few any are seen in grades lower than EF. These facts confirm that many 1850 dollars were exported and melted.
The 1850 is the first of the truly low mintage circulation strike issues in the Liberty Seated dollar series with only 7,500 pieces produced. This is the lowest yearly output from either the Philadelphia or New Orleans mints since the introduction of the Liberty Seated design in 1840. Most examples are well struck and circulation strikes almost always display slightly to fully proof-like finish. This fully struck example displays vibrant golden toning that really pops. The onset of the California Gold Rush in 1849 led to the yellow precious metal becoming common on the world market in comparison to silver. This forced a rise in silver prices to the point where such coins were eventually withdrawn from circulation and hoarded domestically or, more commonly, exported to Europe and subsequently melted. Liberty Seated dollars, being large storehouses of silver that were already held by bullion brokers in most instances, were among those coins that suffered the most immediate and extensive effects of this melting. Hoarding and increased exportation also meant that little bullion remained on hand that depositors would potentially want to have coined into new dollars. This situation would become even more severe in 1851 and 1852, when circulation strike dollar coinage shrank to infinitesimal levels. Survivors of the 1850 issue are scarce in today's market despite my suspicion that they were hoarded. Very few any are seen in grades lower than EF. These facts confirm that many 1850 dollars were exported and melted.
The 1850-O is the scarcest of just four New Orleans Mint issues in the Liberty Seated dollar series. This extra crusty example has a mix of russet-gold and charcoal-gray on both sides, deeper around the rims and lighter in the fields. Rust lumps are seen on the otherwise smooth surfaces above and right of the eagles head seen on all examples struck from this die. The surfaces and natural patina are an extraordinary example of what an unmolested coin from this era struck at the New Orleans mint should look like. Several decades passed before locating this wonderful example. This better date is usually well struck with occasional slight weakness on the star centrals. Choice AU examples with original surfaces are rare and were missing from many important old-time collections. Federal legislation dictated that dollars contain slightly more than twice the silver of a half dollar, an odd situation, and as a result the half dollar was the true workhorse of 19th century coinage. Many examples were used for international commerce conducted through the busy port of New Orleans, although others saw domestic circulation in the Mississippi River Valley. Survivors from the mintage of 40,000 pieces are usually well worn, and most have been cleaned or damaged, etc. In original, problem free AU this piece is quite rare.
The 1850-O is the scarcest of just four New Orleans Mint issues in the Liberty Seated dollar series. This extra crusty example has a mix of russet-gold and charcoal-gray on both sides, deeper around the rims and lighter in the fields. Rust lumps are seen on the otherwise smooth surfaces above and right of the eagles head seen on all examples struck from this die. The surfaces and natural patina are an extraordinary example of what an unmolested coin from this era struck at the New Orleans mint should look like. Several decades passed before locating this wonderful example. This better date is usually well struck with occasional slight weakness on the star centrals. Choice AU examples with original surfaces are rare and were missing from many important old-time collections. Federal legislation dictated that dollars contain slightly more than twice the silver of a half dollar, an odd situation, and as a result the half dollar was the true workhorse of 19th century coinage. Many examples were used for international commerce conducted through the busy port of New Orleans, although others saw domestic circulation in the Mississippi River Valley. Survivors from the mintage of 40,000 pieces are usually well worn, and most have been cleaned or damaged, etc. In original, problem free AU this piece is quite rare.
Beautiful multicolored natural toning that gives this coin tremendous eye-appeal. Sky blue and olive-golden peripheral iridescence frames lavender-gray central toning. The strike is bold, and the vibrant toning conceals any surface marks. Those who crave originality will certainly appreciate the eye-appeal of this amazing coin. A very popular date that is a premium example of the No Motto type. Plagued by several areas of weak detail the star centrals are usually weakly defined, sometimes flat on stars 10 to 13. In addition, many examples show slight weakness on the upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing.
Beautiful multicolored natural toning that gives this coin tremendous eye-appeal. Sky blue and olive-golden peripheral iridescence frames lavender-gray central toning. The strike is bold, and the vibrant toning conceals any surface marks. Those who crave originality will certainly appreciate the eye-appeal of this amazing coin. A very popular date that is a premium example of the No Motto type. Plagued by several areas of weak detail the star centrals are usually weakly defined, sometimes flat on stars 10 to 13. In addition, many examples show slight weakness on the upper edge of the eagle’s right-wing.
A fully natural mint state example of a key date. Well struck with both sides draped in rich coppery patina that tends to minimize a few obverse field marks. Typical strikes range from good to very sharp, occasionally displaying slight weakness on the head, date, and the eagle’s leg feathers. Ex-Ric Leichtung. A pivotal issue in the Liberty Seated series, the 1854 is likely the first date of this type that served primarily in the export trade. The 33,140 circulation strikes produced were made primarily from bullion obtained from Mexico. Since the Act of February 21, 1853 did not reduce the weight of the silver dollar, the bullion value of these coins continued to exceed their face value. (The Act solved this problem for the smaller denomination silver coins by reducing their weight and making them subsidiary in reaction to rising silver prices brought about by the California Gold Rush.) Obtained at a premium from brokers on the West Coast, the vast majority of 1854 silver dollars were shipped to China by merchants in exchange for goods such as tea and silk. These exported coins were almost all subsequently melted, thereby explaining the elusiveness of survivors in numismatic circles, and in all grades. Mint State examples are particularly rare and usually appear at auction only once in a very long while.
A fully natural mint state example of a key date. Well struck with both sides draped in rich coppery patina that tends to minimize a few obverse field marks. Typical strikes range from good to very sharp, occasionally displaying slight weakness on the head, date, and the eagle’s leg feathers. Ex-Ric Leichtung. A pivotal issue in the Liberty Seated series, the 1854 is likely the first date of this type that served primarily in the export trade. The 33,140 circulation strikes produced were made primarily from bullion obtained from Mexico. Since the Act of February 21, 1853 did not reduce the weight of the silver dollar, the bullion value of these coins continued to exceed their face value. (The Act solved this problem for the smaller denomination silver coins by reducing their weight and making them subsidiary in reaction to rising silver prices brought about by the California Gold Rush.) Obtained at a premium from brokers on the West Coast, the vast majority of 1854 silver dollars were shipped to China by merchants in exchange for goods such as tea and silk. These exported coins were almost all subsequently melted, thereby explaining the elusiveness of survivors in numismatic circles, and in all grades. Mint State examples are particularly rare and usually appear at auction only once in a very long while.
The colorful natural patina reveals shades of lavender, green, blue, framed with vibrant apricot on the obverse. On the reverse the golden colored eagle is surrounded by lavender fields and framed with splashes of blue-green around the letters. An increase in silver prices during the California Gold Rush era led to the reduction in weight for the half dime, dime, quarter and half dollar through the Act of February 21, 1853. The silver dollar was not included in this act, however, since examples ceased to circulate domestically after the 1840s. The circulation strike issues of the mid to late 1850’s were used primarily in export trade. These coins can be seen as predecessors to the specialized trade dollar introduced in 1873. With most of the 26,000 circulation strikes produced melted or otherwise lost overseas, even worn survivors are scarce.
The colorful natural patina reveals shades of lavender, green, blue, framed with vibrant apricot on the obverse. On the reverse the golden colored eagle is surrounded by lavender fields and framed with splashes of blue-green around the letters. An increase in silver prices during the California Gold Rush era led to the reduction in weight for the half dime, dime, quarter and half dollar through the Act of February 21, 1853. The silver dollar was not included in this act, however, since examples ceased to circulate domestically after the 1840s. The circulation strike issues of the mid to late 1850’s were used primarily in export trade. These coins can be seen as predecessors to the specialized trade dollar introduced in 1873. With most of the 26,000 circulation strikes produced melted or otherwise lost overseas, even worn survivors are scarce.
Subtle pastel colors blanket smooth original surfaces. Some typical striking weakness is trumped by its superior eye appeal and wholesome qualities. A perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar. Purchased from Warren Mills, she is the finest MS-63 example I have seen. This is one of my favorites. A semi-key date, strikes vary from weak to very sharp. Hair detail, star centrals, and the eagle’s leg feathers and upper edge of the left wing are often weakly struck. There are several mint state coins graded MS-60 to MS-64 that are very weakly struck, so much so that to the untrained eye they would appear to grade from VF to AU. Well struck example are rare in MS-63 and above.
Subtle pastel colors blanket smooth original surfaces. Some typical striking weakness is trumped by its superior eye appeal and wholesome qualities. A perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar. Purchased from Warren Mills, she is the finest MS-63 example I have seen. This is one of my favorites. A semi-key date, strikes vary from weak to very sharp. Hair detail, star centrals, and the eagle’s leg feathers and upper edge of the left wing are often weakly struck. There are several mint state coins graded MS-60 to MS-64 that are very weakly struck, so much so that to the untrained eye they would appear to grade from VF to AU. Well struck example are rare in MS-63 and above.
A strong strike for a date that is notorious for a weak strike. Beautiful golden-apricot and lavender colored patina blankets the surfaces. Locating a well struck premium quality example in CH AU condition proved to be considerably more difficult than its certified population suggests. This beautiful example is ever so close to uncirculated with barely a trace of high point obverse rub. Purchased from a close friend in an old white ANACS holder where it was graded MS-61. Survivors are rare and number as few as 250 to 300 pieces. In either case worn coins constitute the majority of 1857 dollars in collectors' hands, and fewer than 100 coins are believed extant in Mint State. The vast majority of specimens have weakly struck areas including Liberties head, the stars, and the top of the eagles right wing. Not surprisingly, most of the Uncirculated survivors are tightly held, market appearances are few and far between in today's highly competitive numismatic market.
A strong strike for a date that is notorious for a weak strike. Beautiful golden-apricot and lavender colored patina blankets the surfaces. Locating a well struck premium quality example in CH AU condition proved to be considerably more difficult than its certified population suggests. This beautiful example is ever so close to uncirculated with barely a trace of high point obverse rub. Purchased from a close friend in an old white ANACS holder where it was graded MS-61. Survivors are rare and number as few as 250 to 300 pieces. In either case worn coins constitute the majority of 1857 dollars in collectors' hands, and fewer than 100 coins are believed extant in Mint State. The vast majority of specimens have weakly struck areas including Liberties head, the stars, and the top of the eagles right wing. Not surprisingly, most of the Uncirculated survivors are tightly held, market appearances are few and far between in today's highly competitive numismatic market.
A fully natural example with silver colored centers surrounded by an array of pastel colored peripheral toning. Sharply struck with uncommonly smooth surfaces that display a satin finish. After nearly a decade of extremely limited mintages, circulation strike silver dollar production at the Philadelphia Mint swelled to 255,700 pieces in 1859. For the first time since the start of the Liberty Seated series in 1840 the nation had a rich supply of domestically mined silver in the form of Nevada's Comstock Lode. Much of the precious metal mined that year was shipped to the East and South, where bullion brokers deposited it at the Philadelphia or New Orleans mints and requested dollars for use in the export trade. Indeed, many examples of the 1859 were probably included among the more than 1,250,000 silver dollars shipped to China in 1859, 1860, and 1861. Other 1859 dollars were held domestically by banks, merchants and bullion brokers until acquired and subsequently melted by the Mint to provide bullion for the large mintages of subsidiary silver coins at Philadelphia in 1861 and 1862. Indeed, R.W. Julian believes that the recently produced 1859 and 1860 Philadelphia Mint issues may have been disproportionately affected by this mass melting since they would have been the two issues most widely represented in bank reserves at the time. The wholesale destruction of coins through melting, either after export or at the Mint, explains why the 1859 is far rarer than the substantial mintage would suggest. Due to this discrepancy, the 1859 is one of the most underrated Liberty Seated dollars from the 1850s, especially in original and problem-free preservation.
A fully natural example with silver colored centers surrounded by an array of pastel colored peripheral toning. Sharply struck with uncommonly smooth surfaces that display a satin finish. After nearly a decade of extremely limited mintages, circulation strike silver dollar production at the Philadelphia Mint swelled to 255,700 pieces in 1859. For the first time since the start of the Liberty Seated series in 1840 the nation had a rich supply of domestically mined silver in the form of Nevada's Comstock Lode. Much of the precious metal mined that year was shipped to the East and South, where bullion brokers deposited it at the Philadelphia or New Orleans mints and requested dollars for use in the export trade. Indeed, many examples of the 1859 were probably included among the more than 1,250,000 silver dollars shipped to China in 1859, 1860, and 1861. Other 1859 dollars were held domestically by banks, merchants and bullion brokers until acquired and subsequently melted by the Mint to provide bullion for the large mintages of subsidiary silver coins at Philadelphia in 1861 and 1862. Indeed, R.W. Julian believes that the recently produced 1859 and 1860 Philadelphia Mint issues may have been disproportionately affected by this mass melting since they would have been the two issues most widely represented in bank reserves at the time. The wholesale destruction of coins through melting, either after export or at the Mint, explains why the 1859 is far rarer than the substantial mintage would suggest. Due to this discrepancy, the 1859 is one of the most underrated Liberty Seated dollars from the 1850s, especially in original and problem-free preservation.
A wholesome cream and rose-toned example with pleasing satiny luster. Premium quality Choice Mint State examples are underrated and difficult to locate. Ex-Hansen. The increase in circulation strike silver dollar mintages at the Philadelphia Mint in 1859 and 1860, as well as the resumption of dollar coinage at New Orleans in the same years, was made possible by the discoveries of large silver deposits in the West, especially in Nevada, where discovery of the rich Comstock Lode was made public in 1859. Much of the bullion was shipped to the East and South, where it was deposited for coinage into dollars at the Philadelphia and New Orleans mints, with the intent of using the coins in the export trade to China. The 1859-O, with an unusually large mintage for the type of 360,000 pieces, was probably widely represented among the more than 1,250,000 silver dollars shipped to China in 1859, 1860 and 1861. Yet even so, it is one of the most common Liberty Seated dollars in Mint State due to the Treasury Department releases of 1962 to 1964, which probably yielded between one and two bags of heavily abraded examples. Non-hoard coins with original skin, natural toning, and mark-free surfaces are uncommon. They are a refreshing contrast to the vast majority of Treasury release coins which are heavily bag marked with scuffy surfaces from long-term storage in mint bags. Although proof-like examples exist they are scarce.
A wholesome cream and rose-toned example with pleasing satiny luster. Premium quality Choice Mint State examples are underrated and difficult to locate. Ex-Hansen. The increase in circulation strike silver dollar mintages at the Philadelphia Mint in 1859 and 1860, as well as the resumption of dollar coinage at New Orleans in the same years, was made possible by the discoveries of large silver deposits in the West, especially in Nevada, where discovery of the rich Comstock Lode was made public in 1859. Much of the bullion was shipped to the East and South, where it was deposited for coinage into dollars at the Philadelphia and New Orleans mints, with the intent of using the coins in the export trade to China. The 1859-O, with an unusually large mintage for the type of 360,000 pieces, was probably widely represented among the more than 1,250,000 silver dollars shipped to China in 1859, 1860 and 1861. Yet even so, it is one of the most common Liberty Seated dollars in Mint State due to the Treasury Department releases of 1962 to 1964, which probably yielded between one and two bags of heavily abraded examples. Non-hoard coins with original skin, natural toning, and mark-free surfaces are uncommon. They are a refreshing contrast to the vast majority of Treasury release coins which are heavily bag marked with scuffy surfaces from long-term storage in mint bags. Although proof-like examples exist they are scarce.
Lilac toning covers the well struck surfaces. This is the lone example graded MS-62 and approved by CAC. Although there are a few small ticks she has the potential to grade a point higher. Housed in a PCGS old green holder. With a mintage of only 20,000 this date enjoys strong demand as one of only three issues struck at the San Francisco mint. Many were thought to be exported and melted making survivors scarce. This date often comes with baggy and scuff marked surfaces. Attractive mint state examples are very rare. Contrary to previous assertions the perfect date is rarer than the re-punched date. Most examples display minor weakness on the star centrals and on the upper edge of the eagle’s right wing, business strikes are often slightly proof-like.
Lilac toning covers the well struck surfaces. This is the lone example graded MS-62 and approved by CAC. Although there are a few small ticks she has the potential to grade a point higher. Housed in a PCGS old green holder. With a mintage of only 20,000 this date enjoys strong demand as one of only three issues struck at the San Francisco mint. Many were thought to be exported and melted making survivors scarce. This date often comes with baggy and scuff marked surfaces. Attractive mint state examples are very rare. Contrary to previous assertions the perfect date is rarer than the re-punched date. Most examples display minor weakness on the star centrals and on the upper edge of the eagle’s right wing, business strikes are often slightly proof-like.
Well struck with deep natural toning, darkest around the periphery. This toning pattern is evident on many original early coins. The surfaces are well preserved making this a choice example. Another underrated date, it’s likely that many were exported and melted. Usually well struck, occasionally displaying slight weakness on the hair detail, star centrals, and the eagle’s upper right-wing.
Well struck with deep natural toning, darkest around the periphery. This toning pattern is evident on many original early coins. The surfaces are well preserved making this a choice example. Another underrated date, it’s likely that many were exported and melted. Usually well struck, occasionally displaying slight weakness on the hair detail, star centrals, and the eagle’s upper right-wing.
This gorgeous specimen has blazing semi proof-like luster that illuminates the vibrant green, blue, and gold, peripheral toning bands. This glowing example was sold as a gem in the 1980's, very light lines in the obverse field are all that prevent a higher grade. Although the most common date in the series due to the bags released by the treasury the incredibly beautiful toning and luster elevate this example to the top of its grade. This non-hoard example is fully original and exhibits exceptional eye appeal. This date is occasionally available with Proof-like surfaces. As in 1859, New Orleans was a popular destination for silver ore mined in Nevada in 1860, deposits from bullion brokers remaining strong and explaining the generous (for the type) mintage of 515,000 pieces. This would change the following year with the approach of the Civil War and, in fact, the 1860-O is the final of only four New Orleans Mint issues in the Liberty Seated dollar series. Export to the Orient claimed most examples, although many were retained stateside, including those that eventually came to light as part of the Treasury Department releases of 1962 to 1964. Although estimates on the number of Mint State examples included in that find range as high as 6,000 pieces, current third-party certification data suggests a much more limited total on the order of 2,000 to 3,000 coins (ie., two or three bags). Most Treasury Hoard coins are brilliant, heavily abraded and grade somewhere in the MS-60 to MS-62 range. Although the persistent collector can locate an above average hoard coin in, say, MS-63 or MS-64, fully original and attractive non-hoard examples like this premium quality Mint State coin are far more challenging than generally recognized.
This gorgeous specimen has blazing semi proof-like luster that illuminates the vibrant green, blue, and gold, peripheral toning bands. This glowing example was sold as a gem in the 1980's, very light lines in the obverse field are all that prevent a higher grade. Although the most common date in the series due to the bags released by the treasury the incredibly beautiful toning and luster elevate this example to the top of its grade. This non-hoard example is fully original and exhibits exceptional eye appeal. This date is occasionally available with Proof-like surfaces. As in 1859, New Orleans was a popular destination for silver ore mined in Nevada in 1860, deposits from bullion brokers remaining strong and explaining the generous (for the type) mintage of 515,000 pieces. This would change the following year with the approach of the Civil War and, in fact, the 1860-O is the final of only four New Orleans Mint issues in the Liberty Seated dollar series. Export to the Orient claimed most examples, although many were retained stateside, including those that eventually came to light as part of the Treasury Department releases of 1962 to 1964. Although estimates on the number of Mint State examples included in that find range as high as 6,000 pieces, current third-party certification data suggests a much more limited total on the order of 2,000 to 3,000 coins (ie., two or three bags). Most Treasury Hoard coins are brilliant, heavily abraded and grade somewhere in the MS-60 to MS-62 range. Although the persistent collector can locate an above average hoard coin in, say, MS-63 or MS-64, fully original and attractive non-hoard examples like this premium quality Mint State coin are far more challenging than generally recognized.
A moderate coating of appealing, natural olive-gray and tobacco-brown toning with hints of blue-green around the stars and reverse letters. This fully original example received a powerful impression from the dies as all legends and devices stand out over the smooth satiny surfaces. A wonderful example of a naturally toned seated dollar from this historic era. From an old-time collection where this coin was stored in an envelope for decades, splendid pristine surfaces, one of my favorites. The first year of the Civil War, all five wartime issues enjoy strong demand from numismatists and Civil War collectors. Usually well struck with satiny luster. Contrary to typical survival rates mint state specimens seem to be more available than examples grading choice about uncirculated.
A moderate coating of appealing, natural olive-gray and tobacco-brown toning with hints of blue-green around the stars and reverse letters. This fully original example received a powerful impression from the dies as all legends and devices stand out over the smooth satiny surfaces. A wonderful example of a naturally toned seated dollar from this historic era. From an old-time collection where this coin was stored in an envelope for decades, splendid pristine surfaces, one of my favorites. The first year of the Civil War, all five wartime issues enjoy strong demand from numismatists and Civil War collectors. Usually well struck with satiny luster. Contrary to typical survival rates mint state specimens seem to be more available than examples grading choice about uncirculated.
A legendary Civil War date in the Liberty Seated dollar series in rare and fully original Choice Mint State preservation. This choice example is layered with a warm russet and apricot patina, both sides also with blushes of golden orange, powder blue, and emerald green. The smooth fields show virtually no sign of the die striations that plague this issue. The mark-free surfaces suggest an even higher numeric grade. The strike is good with slight weakness on the eagles upper right wing and leg feathers. Circulation strike silver dollar coinage reached a wartime low in 1862 as a string of Confederate victories the previous year led to the suspension of gold specie payment by Northern banks in December 1861. By July of the following year the worsening military situation (from the Union perspective) led to the withdrawal of silver coinage from circulation in the East and Midwest, a situation that would continue through much of the Reconstruction era. The silver dollar was not affected by this since it had not been used in domestic circulation since the late 1840s, and only to a limited extant during that decade anyhow. For at least a decade before the Southern Confederacy seemed poised to win the Civil War, silver dollars had been coined only at the request of bullion depositors with the intent of being used in the export trade. Yet even so, the dire Union position in 1862 and the withdrawal of silver from domestic circulation in the East and Midwest resulted in little bullion being deposited at the Philadelphia Mint for dollar coinage that year. Diminished trade with China also played a part, understandable given the nation's preoccupation with the war. Only 11,540 circulation strikes were produced and, while most were exported to the Orient and subsequently melted, enough either remained stateside or were fortunate to return from export to other locations to justify an estimate of 300 to 500 survivors in all grades. Circulated coins are the norm in numismatic circles, and most of the 50 or so Mint State coins believed extant are in lower grades through MS-62. The population reports for circulation strikes are inflated due to proof strike being misattributed. Rare from both absolute and condition standpoints, and one of the finest certified survivors of a popular Civil War issue, this exceptional Choice Uncirculated 1862 dollar is a perfect addition to this collection.
A legendary Civil War date in the Liberty Seated dollar series in rare and fully original Choice Mint State preservation. This choice example is layered with a warm russet and apricot patina, both sides also with blushes of golden orange, powder blue, and emerald green. The smooth fields show virtually no sign of the die striations that plague this issue. The mark-free surfaces suggest an even higher numeric grade. The strike is good with slight weakness on the eagles upper right wing and leg feathers. Circulation strike silver dollar coinage reached a wartime low in 1862 as a string of Confederate victories the previous year led to the suspension of gold specie payment by Northern banks in December 1861. By July of the following year the worsening military situation (from the Union perspective) led to the withdrawal of silver coinage from circulation in the East and Midwest, a situation that would continue through much of the Reconstruction era. The silver dollar was not affected by this since it had not been used in domestic circulation since the late 1840s, and only to a limited extant during that decade anyhow. For at least a decade before the Southern Confederacy seemed poised to win the Civil War, silver dollars had been coined only at the request of bullion depositors with the intent of being used in the export trade. Yet even so, the dire Union position in 1862 and the withdrawal of silver from domestic circulation in the East and Midwest resulted in little bullion being deposited at the Philadelphia Mint for dollar coinage that year. Diminished trade with China also played a part, understandable given the nation's preoccupation with the war. Only 11,540 circulation strikes were produced and, while most were exported to the Orient and subsequently melted, enough either remained stateside or were fortunate to return from export to other locations to justify an estimate of 300 to 500 survivors in all grades. Circulated coins are the norm in numismatic circles, and most of the 50 or so Mint State coins believed extant are in lower grades through MS-62. The population reports for circulation strikes are inflated due to proof strike being misattributed. Rare from both absolute and condition standpoints, and one of the finest certified survivors of a popular Civil War issue, this exceptional Choice Uncirculated 1862 dollar is a perfect addition to this collection.
This near gem is sharply struck with a natural patina compliments of a Wayte Raymond album. The pristine surfaces display apricot and lavender colored toning. This wartime issue enjoys strong demand from numismatists and Civil War collectors. Usually comes sharply struck with some die striations and satiny luster. All examples, especially high- grade specimens with original surfaces are rare. A perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar with superb eye appeal. Ex-W. Earl Spies With the outbreak of the Civil War, confidence in paper currency was even less than it was before. Because specie payments were in suspension, the small quantities of silver dollars struck during the conflict were almost exclusively the province of bullion depositors seeking coinage for use overseas. Since the silver dollar seldom saw domestic use, only a small number were taken up by the nascent numismatic community; the few active coin collectors of the era preferred to order Proofs instead. Such is the case for the 27,200 circulation strike silver dollars coined at the Philadelphia Mint in 1863.
This near gem is sharply struck with a natural patina compliments of a Wayte Raymond album. The pristine surfaces display apricot and lavender colored toning. This wartime issue enjoys strong demand from numismatists and Civil War collectors. Usually comes sharply struck with some die striations and satiny luster. All examples, especially high- grade specimens with original surfaces are rare. A perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar with superb eye appeal. Ex-W. Earl Spies With the outbreak of the Civil War, confidence in paper currency was even less than it was before. Because specie payments were in suspension, the small quantities of silver dollars struck during the conflict were almost exclusively the province of bullion depositors seeking coinage for use overseas. Since the silver dollar seldom saw domestic use, only a small number were taken up by the nascent numismatic community; the few active coin collectors of the era preferred to order Proofs instead. Such is the case for the 27,200 circulation strike silver dollars coined at the Philadelphia Mint in 1863.
A superb example from an old-time collection where it was stored in an envelope and naturally acquired beautiful multicolored toning over several decades. The combination of remarkable surface quality, original skin, and appealing natural surfaces, make this a premium quality civil war survivor. With a low mintage this wartime issue enjoys strong demand from numismatists and Civil War collectors. Usually comes well struck with some die striations and good luster. The circulation strike 1864 has a mintage of 30,700 pieces making survivors rare in all grades. The limited mintage can be explained by the fact that, although production at the Comstock was increasing (it amounted to nearly $9 million in 1863), bullion dealers still had to rely on imports or foreign coins in domestic circulation (primarily Mexican dollars) to obtain most of their silver. Without an abundance of domestically mined silver, there was little need for bullion depositors to turn to the Mint to coin excess silver into dollars to use in the export trade. Of course, those dollars that were struck in 1864, as in other years in the Liberty Seated series, were exported and subsequently melted. Problem-free Mint State survivors are rare in an absolute sense, and are particularly challenging to locate with original surfaces.
A superb example from an old-time collection where it was stored in an envelope and naturally acquired beautiful multicolored toning over several decades. The combination of remarkable surface quality, original skin, and appealing natural surfaces, make this a premium quality civil war survivor. With a low mintage this wartime issue enjoys strong demand from numismatists and Civil War collectors. Usually comes well struck with some die striations and good luster. The circulation strike 1864 has a mintage of 30,700 pieces making survivors rare in all grades. The limited mintage can be explained by the fact that, although production at the Comstock was increasing (it amounted to nearly $9 million in 1863), bullion dealers still had to rely on imports or foreign coins in domestic circulation (primarily Mexican dollars) to obtain most of their silver. Without an abundance of domestically mined silver, there was little need for bullion depositors to turn to the Mint to coin excess silver into dollars to use in the export trade. Of course, those dollars that were struck in 1864, as in other years in the Liberty Seated series, were exported and subsequently melted. Problem-free Mint State survivors are rare in an absolute sense, and are particularly challenging to locate with original surfaces.
Light almond-gold toning graces this scarce Civil War Seated dollar. Field marks are minor and the luster is above average. Although the strike is tad weak in the centers the eye-appeal is very nice. (OGH)
Light almond-gold toning graces this scarce Civil War Seated dollar. Field marks are minor and the luster is above average. Although the strike is tad weak in the centers the eye-appeal is very nice. (OGH)
A magnificent example covered with fully natural lavender and blue toning. A small planchet flaw touches two points of star thirteen. There are no clear signs of wear which supports my opinion that this stunning example never circulated. A perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar with exceptional eye appeal. During the Reconstruction period, silver dollars continued their use as a trade coin rather than in domestic commerce. The statutory weight of the silver coinage remained at its original 1840 standard and was higher than the equivalent minor coinage. Some Liberty Seated dollars did see use at home though this was largely in the Western states, in particular the Carson City Mint issues. One of the lasting effects of the Civil War was the 1864 adoption of the motto "In God We Trust" on the nation's coinage. In 1861 when the nation's morale was at a low point, Reverend M.R. Watkinson of Ridleyville, Pennsylvania petitioned Secretary of the Treasury Salmon P. Chase urging the placement of a motto acknowledging "Almighty God in some form in our coins." Chase received this petition positively and instructed the director of the Mint to create designs and prepare patterns with various versions of the motto that he could take to Congress. On April 22, 1864, Congress passed a law that specified the addition of IN GOD WE TRUST on the newly created two-cent coin. On March 3, 1865, the Congress passed further legislation to authorize the placement of the motto on all silver and gold coins of sufficient size. The motto first appeared on the silver dollar in 1866, and remained for every subsequent issue.
A magnificent example covered with fully natural lavender and blue toning. A small planchet flaw touches two points of star thirteen. There are no clear signs of wear which supports my opinion that this stunning example never circulated. A perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar with exceptional eye appeal. During the Reconstruction period, silver dollars continued their use as a trade coin rather than in domestic commerce. The statutory weight of the silver coinage remained at its original 1840 standard and was higher than the equivalent minor coinage. Some Liberty Seated dollars did see use at home though this was largely in the Western states, in particular the Carson City Mint issues. One of the lasting effects of the Civil War was the 1864 adoption of the motto "In God We Trust" on the nation's coinage. In 1861 when the nation's morale was at a low point, Reverend M.R. Watkinson of Ridleyville, Pennsylvania petitioned Secretary of the Treasury Salmon P. Chase urging the placement of a motto acknowledging "Almighty God in some form in our coins." Chase received this petition positively and instructed the director of the Mint to create designs and prepare patterns with various versions of the motto that he could take to Congress. On April 22, 1864, Congress passed a law that specified the addition of IN GOD WE TRUST on the newly created two-cent coin. On March 3, 1865, the Congress passed further legislation to authorize the placement of the motto on all silver and gold coins of sufficient size. The motto first appeared on the silver dollar in 1866, and remained for every subsequent issue.
Superb proof-like surfaces covered with blazing apricot toning and a touch of purple at the rims. The mark free surfaces, luster, and original skin combine to produce exception eye-appeal. An absolutely gorgeous naturally toned example, one of my favorites. (PQ)
Superb proof-like surfaces covered with blazing apricot toning and a touch of purple at the rims. The mark free surfaces, luster, and original skin combine to produce exception eye-appeal. An absolutely gorgeous naturally toned example, one of my favorites. (PQ)
This near gem displays absolutely pristine surfaces covered with multicolored patina. From the same old-time collection as my 1861, both of these coins were stored in 2”x2” envelopes for many decades. Superb eye appeal and a perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar. Usually comes well struck with satiny luster, and occasionally with proof-like surfaces. The 1868 is the first silver dollar issue since 1860 with a circulation strike mintage of more than 100,000 coins. Domestic production was continuing to increase, and by the late 1860s had reached a point where bullion brokers had greater need to deposit silver with the Mint for coinage into dollars. On the other hand, the fact that the slightly heavier Mexican dollar continued to be favored by Chinese merchants explains why only 162,100 silver dollars were struck in 1868. In a familiar scenario for the Liberty Seated dollar series, these coins were exported, and most were melted overseas. Circulated survivors are very scarce, but because the six-figure mintage is higher than those of the preceding issues back through 1861, just how challenging this issue is to locate is lost on most numismatists. Underrated with the quality and outstanding eye appeal of this example.
This near gem displays absolutely pristine surfaces covered with multicolored patina. From the same old-time collection as my 1861, both of these coins were stored in 2”x2” envelopes for many decades. Superb eye appeal and a perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar. Usually comes well struck with satiny luster, and occasionally with proof-like surfaces. The 1868 is the first silver dollar issue since 1860 with a circulation strike mintage of more than 100,000 coins. Domestic production was continuing to increase, and by the late 1860s had reached a point where bullion brokers had greater need to deposit silver with the Mint for coinage into dollars. On the other hand, the fact that the slightly heavier Mexican dollar continued to be favored by Chinese merchants explains why only 162,100 silver dollars were struck in 1868. In a familiar scenario for the Liberty Seated dollar series, these coins were exported, and most were melted overseas. Circulated survivors are very scarce, but because the six-figure mintage is higher than those of the preceding issues back through 1861, just how challenging this issue is to locate is lost on most numismatists. Underrated with the quality and outstanding eye appeal of this example.
Well struck with blue-green and rose-gold toning on both sides. Several obverse reed marks limit the grade. Nice eye-appeal. Usually well struck with frosty luster.
Well struck with blue-green and rose-gold toning on both sides. Several obverse reed marks limit the grade. Nice eye-appeal. Usually well struck with frosty luster.
An undeniably original example with a purple and blue obverse center that changes to gold around the date and stars. The golden colored reverse displays beautiful light lavender highlights when tilted under a light. Both sides of this beautiful and naturally toned specimen are sharp and remarkably free of marks. Similar to the number minted for the 1869, the circulation strike mintage for the 1870 amounted to an unusually large (by Liberty Seated dollar standards) total of 415,000 pieces. These were struck at the request of bullion depositors, and many were used in the export trade to the Orient, where they were subsequently melted. Since enough examples have survived to make the 1870 one of the more common Liberty Seated issues in an absolute sense, an unusually large number of examples must have been retained in the United States. Common date status or not, of course, all circulation strike Liberty Seated dollar issues are scarce, if not rare, in problem-free and fully original Choice AU condition.
An undeniably original example with a purple and blue obverse center that changes to gold around the date and stars. The golden colored reverse displays beautiful light lavender highlights when tilted under a light. Both sides of this beautiful and naturally toned specimen are sharp and remarkably free of marks. Similar to the number minted for the 1869, the circulation strike mintage for the 1870 amounted to an unusually large (by Liberty Seated dollar standards) total of 415,000 pieces. These were struck at the request of bullion depositors, and many were used in the export trade to the Orient, where they were subsequently melted. Since enough examples have survived to make the 1870 one of the more common Liberty Seated issues in an absolute sense, an unusually large number of examples must have been retained in the United States. Common date status or not, of course, all circulation strike Liberty Seated dollar issues are scarce, if not rare, in problem-free and fully original Choice AU condition.
Rich olive and gray with traces of soft blue and russet clinging to the stars and devises. The reverse displays gold, orange, and brown toning. Mark-free surfaces with subdued original luster. The first of only two issues in the series with a mintage over 1 million coins. Available in all grades below MS-64 it is usually well struck with occasional weakness in the star centrals.
Rich olive and gray with traces of soft blue and russet clinging to the stars and devises. The reverse displays gold, orange, and brown toning. Mark-free surfaces with subdued original luster. The first of only two issues in the series with a mintage over 1 million coins. Available in all grades below MS-64 it is usually well struck with occasional weakness in the star centrals.
A beautiful combination of purple, blue, green, and gold toning appear on this colorful example. A common date displaying an array of natural colors from natures palette that combine to produce exceptional eye appeal. Available in all grades below MS-64 it is well struck, with occasional weakness in the hair detail, and star centrals. As the second of only two issues in the series with a mintage over 1 million coins the 1872 enjoys a good rate of survival.
A beautiful combination of purple, blue, green, and gold toning appear on this colorful example. A common date displaying an array of natural colors from natures palette that combine to produce exceptional eye appeal. Available in all grades below MS-64 it is well struck, with occasional weakness in the hair detail, and star centrals. As the second of only two issues in the series with a mintage over 1 million coins the 1872 enjoys a good rate of survival.
With a mintage of only 3,150 coins this key date is very rare in CH AU with original surfaces. Sharply struck with beautiful deep navy/olive colored toning on both sides. Just a touch of high point wear is evident under the natural patina. A glorious example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar with great eye appeal. Repeating a standard scenario for early gold and silver issues from this coinage facility, the 1872-CC dollars were routinely released into local and regional commerce. Some were likely shipped to China, where there was a great appetite for silver metal. In his cataloging the August 2012 sale of the Battle Born Collection, Carson City Mint expert Rusty Goe estimates that 250 to 300 exist today in all grades, with only 16 to 19 in Mint State.
With a mintage of only 3,150 coins this key date is very rare in CH AU with original surfaces. Sharply struck with beautiful deep navy/olive colored toning on both sides. Just a touch of high point wear is evident under the natural patina. A glorious example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar with great eye appeal. Repeating a standard scenario for early gold and silver issues from this coinage facility, the 1872-CC dollars were routinely released into local and regional commerce. Some were likely shipped to China, where there was a great appetite for silver metal. In his cataloging the August 2012 sale of the Battle Born Collection, Carson City Mint expert Rusty Goe estimates that 250 to 300 exist today in all grades, with only 16 to 19 in Mint State.
The 1872-S is the only collectible San Francisco Mint Liberty Seated dollar of the With Motto type. This date enjoys strong demand as one of only three issues struck at the San Francisco mint. The 1870-S is a legendary rarity with only 12 examples accounted for is priced well beyond the reach of most collectors. Mottled purple and blue toning on both sides. The reverse is spectacular with luster that brings the toning alive. The mark free surfaces and original skin combine to produce exception eye appeal. A wonderful example of a beautiful and wholly original Liberty Seated dollar with a great provenance. Most examples were the victims of the three primary sources of attribution for silver dollars of this type: export, melting, and domestic circulation. First and foremost, many 1872-S silver dollars were likely exported. With San Francisco a popular port of embarkation for silver dollars bound for the Orient, it is likely that many of the coins produced at the city's nearby mint were quick to depart for foreign shores. By 1872 the Liberty Seated dollar had long functioned as a trade dollar; it was not until the following year that the federal government authorized a coin specifically for that purpose. Other examples were likely destroyed through melting when the Act of February 12, 1873, abolished the standard silver dollar. Finally, some 1872-S silver dollars almost certainly found their way into circulation after autumn 1876 upon the resumption of payments in coins rather than notes. These circulated coins account for most examples available to today's collectors. The vast majority of high-grade examples have been dipped and many display surface hairlines. Most examples are very well struck and often slightly proof-like. Ex-Norweb/Share
The 1872-S is the only collectible San Francisco Mint Liberty Seated dollar of the With Motto type. This date enjoys strong demand as one of only three issues struck at the San Francisco mint. The 1870-S is a legendary rarity with only 12 examples accounted for is priced well beyond the reach of most collectors. Mottled purple and blue toning on both sides. The reverse is spectacular with luster that brings the toning alive. The mark free surfaces and original skin combine to produce exception eye appeal. A wonderful example of a beautiful and wholly original Liberty Seated dollar with a great provenance. Most examples were the victims of the three primary sources of attribution for silver dollars of this type: export, melting, and domestic circulation. First and foremost, many 1872-S silver dollars were likely exported. With San Francisco a popular port of embarkation for silver dollars bound for the Orient, it is likely that many of the coins produced at the city's nearby mint were quick to depart for foreign shores. By 1872 the Liberty Seated dollar had long functioned as a trade dollar; it was not until the following year that the federal government authorized a coin specifically for that purpose. Other examples were likely destroyed through melting when the Act of February 12, 1873, abolished the standard silver dollar. Finally, some 1872-S silver dollars almost certainly found their way into circulation after autumn 1876 upon the resumption of payments in coins rather than notes. These circulated coins account for most examples available to today's collectors. The vast majority of high-grade examples have been dipped and many display surface hairlines. Most examples are very well struck and often slightly proof-like. Ex-Norweb/Share
Well struck with lavender-gray centers framed by purple, blue, and green peripheral toning. The mark free surfaces and original skin combine to produce exception eye-appeal. The finest MS-62 example I have seen, a perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar, one of my favorites. The final year of issue, strikes often display slight weakness on the hair detail, star centrals, the eagle’s upper right-wing, and leg feathers.
Well struck with lavender-gray centers framed by purple, blue, and green peripheral toning. The mark free surfaces and original skin combine to produce exception eye-appeal. The finest MS-62 example I have seen, a perfect example of a beautiful and naturally toned seated dollar, one of my favorites. The final year of issue, strikes often display slight weakness on the hair detail, star centrals, the eagle’s upper right-wing, and leg feathers.