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B-8. R8. Gold CAC. Colonel Green. Stunning earliest known Proof Quarter! Two known (the second inferior example is in the Smithsonian). Per Heritage cataloger, "The finest and only available 1818 proof quarter. Browning and breen plate coin. Early Quarter Dollars plate coin. PR67 NGC. CAC. B-8, R.8 as a Proof. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Johann (John) Reich was appointed assistant engraver on April 1, 1807, working under the supervision of Robert Scot. Reich immediately began work on new designs for copper, silver, and gold coins. His Capped Bust design for the silver coins first appeared on half dollars in 1807, and on dimes in 1809. Quarter dollars featured the Reich design in 1815, and half dimes followed 14 years later in 1829. John Reich remained at his post as the assistant to Scot until March 31, 1817, then departed to pursue other opportunities, citing poor health and failing eyesight as the reason for his departure. A fire at the Mint in January 1816 was followed by renovations that included improved equipment. Only cents were produced at the Mint for several months after the fire, including the balance of the year. Copper planchets were imported from England. Silver and gold coins required planchets made at the Mint, and the rollers, draw bench, and planchet cutters used to produce those planchets were among the equipment destroyed in the fire. Certain earlier coins minted from 1793 to 1815 have the appearance of proof coins, and those pieces are normally termed Specimen coins. However, the first true proof coins appeared in 1817, following the improvements to the Mint equipment. In 1817 only cents were minted in proof; in 1818 quarters, and half dollars were added. The mintage of proof quarters was extremely small, and only two of those quarters survive today. The survivor of lesser quality is part of the National Numismatic Collection at the Smithsonian Institution, and the finer piece is this Superb Gem proof that was recently offered as part of the Eric P. Newman Collection. This specimen was the plate coin in Ard W. Browning's 1925 reference, The Early Quarter Dollars of the United States, and it is the plate coin in Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint. It is also plated in Walter Breen's Complete Encyclopedia of U.S. and Colonial Coins. Original large size Capped Bust quarters are rarely encountered as proofs. The most plentiful date is the proof-only 1827 that also exists as later restrikes. The 1818 was the first proof in the series with only two examples known and just one available to collectors. Heritage FUN Platinum Auction #1291 on January 10, 2019, Lot 4442.
B-4 R.7+. CAC. Norweb and Eliasberg. Small O (unique with Small O in proof striking). One of four known proof 1820 quarters. The other three known proof quarters are all Large O (two B-1 and one B-2 die marriages). George Earle Collection (Henry Chapman, 6/1912), lot 3052; Hillyer C. Ryder; Wayte Raymond; Louis Eliasberg duplicates, (New Netherlands, 6/1957), lot 1146; Norweb Collection (Bowers and Merena, 3/1988), lot 1532; Auction '90 (Superior, 8/1990), lot 1069; Baltimore ANA (Heritage, 7/1993), lot 5246; Whitney P. Summerland Collection (Bowers and Merena, 3/1994), lot 1245; Pre-Long Beach Elite Auction (Superior, 9/2008), lot 180; Philadelphia Signature (Heritage, 8/2012), lot 5114; Regency Auction XIII (Legend, 9/2015), lot 117. Obtained in private trade with Laura Sperber from Legend Numismatics in October, 2017.
B-4 R7+. Gardner. Reed Hawn. Frank Nichol. Per Heritage cataloger, "B-4, R.8 as a Proof. Vivid shades of gunmetal-gray, steel-blue, and greenish-gold toning enhance the well-preserved fields of this delightful early proof, while hints of frosty brilliance cling to the central devices. The design elements exhibit pinpoint definition in most areas, but a few of the upper stars are flat at the centers and the eagle's right (facing) claw is a little soft. The fields are deeply reflective under the toning, and definite field-device contrast is evident when the coin is tilted in the light. This coin is the second or third finest known example of this rare early proof issue. Two PR67 coins are listed in the population data, one at NGC and one at PCGS, but we suspect those represent the same coin, from the Eliasberg Collection, which was graded PR66 uncertified in its last auction appearance. Our roster below includes five different coins from three different die varieties. Three of the five known proofs represent the B-5 variety. This coin is the only proof example of the B-4 variety that can be traced with any certainty, although another specimen was offered in two auctions many years ago. This coin combines high technical quality, stunning visual appeal, and absolute rarity in one irresistible package. It may be many years before a comparable example becomes available, so advanced collectors should bid accordingly. NGC has graded four proof specimens, one each in PR67, two in PR65, and one PR64. PCGS has graded only one coin, a PR67 example (11/18). These totals may include some resubmissions and crossovers, as we know the Smithsonian coin (see roster below) has not been submitted for certification. PCGS CoinFacts estimates the surviving population at four or five pieces in all grades. Seen by Walter Breen in the 1950s; Reed Hawn; Hawn Collection (Stack's, 3/1977), lot 271; Paramount Rare Coin List 18-19 (1978); Auction '80 (Superior, 8/1980), lot 116; Bernard Turkus Collection (Superior, 6/1981), lot 513; Albert O. Woods Collection (Superior, 9/1986), lot 3434; Auction '90 (Superior, 8/1990), lot 1070; (Superior, 2/1999), lot 698, realized $48,875; Eugene H. Gardner Collection (Heritage, 10/2014), lot 98354. From The Greensboro Collection, Part VII. Heritage FUN Platinum Auction #1291 on January 10, 2019, Lot 4444" Crossed from NGC PR65 [379333-001] to PCGS PR64 on April 29, 2022.
B-2 R.8. CAC. Eliasberg. Pogue. Superb Master coin from the earliest days of the mint. Potentially the finest known large size Capped Bust Quarter. Breathtaking eye appeal, color and near perfect, original surfaces. Obtained by private treaty from Kevin Lipton on August 2, 2018.
B-2 R.8. CAC. Pogue and Garret. Two examples in private hands and one in the Smithsonian. Provenance: Ex J. Colvin Randall; W. Elliot Woodward's sale of the Numismatic Cabinet of Mr. J. Colvin Randall of Philadelphia, June 1885, lot 570; T. Harrison Garrett Collection, via Harold P. Newlin; T. Harrison Garrett to Robert and John Work Garrett, by descent, 1888; Robert Garrett interest to John Work Garrett, 1919; transfer completed 1921; John Work Garrett to The Johns Hopkins University, by gift, 1942; our (Bowers and Ruddy's) sale of the Garrett Collection for The Johns Hopkins University, Part II, March 1980, lot 636; our (Stack's Bowers Galleries'), in conjunction with Sotheby's, sale of the D. Brent Pogue Collection, Part I, May 2015, lot 1070. Obtained by private treaty arranged by Brian Kendrella with Stacks Bowers on 11/10/2017.
B-1 R.8+. CAC. Unique in Proof format. Ex; Eugene Gardner. One of the all time classic early American silver rarities. The finest known of the enigmatic 1823/2 quarters from a total population of 31. The finest known circulation example is also ex-Gardner and currently graded PCGS AU58+ Gold CAC. Arguably the most important capped Bust Quarter extant. Prior ownership includes many numismatic luminaries including Waldo Newcomer, Jerome Kern, R.L. Miles Jr., Reed Hawn and Dr. Juan Suros. Hard to describe how excited I was when this hammered down, truly one of the most exciting moments that I have had collecting punctuated by shaking hands with Eugene Gardner after the sale. Obtained June 23, 2014 from The Heritage Galleries Auction of the Eugene H. Gardner Collection.
1824/2 B-1. R.8+. CAC. Unique Proof Quarter. Monumental rarity in the proof quarter series. Obverse with deep mirrors and crisp rims indicating the obvious proof status of both planchet preparation and strike. Nice toning with some richer blue hues. This coin has been traced to its first auction appearance in the auction of the Captain Jim Haseltine Collection in November 1881, Lot 1331 for $34. Next sold 73 years later as part of the George L. Davis Collection by Stack’s in April, 1954, Lot 333. Stack's "Auction '86" July, 1986, Lot 128. Superior August, 1990, Lot 1072 for $8,250 -and lastly offered, but not sold in Superior May 31, 1993, Lot 420. Coin obtained by private treaty arranged by Maurice Rosen from New York City area collector who apparently owned since early 1990. Crossed from NGC PR63 to PCGS PR63 on October 6, 2021.
B-2 R.8 Pittman. Boyd. Finest 1825 Proof Quarter of 2 Known . Lovely original surfaces with deep and full mirrors. Obtained from Stacks Bowers Auction on August 8, 2022, Lot 7029.
Original B-1 R.7 CAC. Variety, Ex: Boyd. Classic Silver Rarity, Nine Examples Known. This delightful Choice proof exhibits deeply reflective fields, even in the tiny spaces between the shield stripes. The central devices display razor-sharp definition and rich mint frost, but some stars show incomplete radials. The coin is well-centered. Vivid shades of cerulean-blue, champagne-gold, burnt-orange, and sea-green toning enhance the mirrored surfaces. Variety: All Original 1827 quarters were struck from the same pair of dies. The variety was designated as B-1 by Ard W. Browning in his seminal work on the series. The B-1 reverse features a Curl Base 2 in the denomination, while the B-2 Restrikes all display a Square Base 2. The 1827 B-1 obverse die was produced by overdating the 1823/2 B-1 obverse. Population Data (5/14): Only nine Original 1827 quarters are known, but several coins have been resubmitted or crossed over, as evidenced by the single known VF specimen appearing in the data of both services. Provenance: Arthur G. Coffin by December 1867, per a letter from Edward Cogan to Joseph Reakirt; Col. James H. Taylor Collection (William Strobridge, 11/1875), lot 1236; John G. Kellogg Sale (Thomas Elder, 10/1916), lot 1409; Virgil Brand, (Brand Journal number 81228); Armin Brand; F.C.C. Boyd; World's Greatest Collection (Numismatic Gallery, 3/1945), lot 89; Will W. Neil; Neil Collection (B. Max Mehl, 6/1947), lot 897; B. Max Mehl, offered in a full-page ad in the March 1952 The Numismatist, page 289; R.L. Miles; Miles Collection, Part II (Stack's, 4/1969), lot 898; H. Philip Speir; Speir Collection (Stack's, 3/1974), lot 20; ANA Convention Auction (Kagin's, 8/1977), lot 1175; Auction '79 (Stack's, 7/1979), lot 581; Arnold and Romisa Collections (Bowers and Merena, 9/1984), lot 2653; Baltimore Sale (Superior, 7/1993), lot 324; Harold Rothenberger Sale (Superior, 1/1994), lot 1248; May Auction (Superior, 5/1994), lot 576; September Auction (Superior, 9/1998), lot 251. Note: Although this coin was offered in the Col. James Taylor Collection catalog by William Strobridge in 1875, it was not part of Taylor's consignment. The actual consignor is unknown. Obtained from "The Eugene H. Gardner Collection of US Coins" Heritage Signature Auction - New York #1213 on June 23, 2014, Lot 30357.
Original B-1 R.7 CAC. Variety, Ex: Boyd. Classic Silver Rarity, Nine Examples Known. This delightful Choice proof exhibits deeply reflective fields, even in the tiny spaces between the shield stripes. The central devices display razor-sharp definition and rich mint frost, but some stars show incomplete radials. The coin is well-centered. Vivid shades of cerulean-blue, champagne-gold, burnt-orange, and sea-green toning enhance the mirrored surfaces. Variety: All Original 1827 quarters were struck from the same pair of dies. The variety was designated as B-1 by Ard W. Browning in his seminal work on the series. The B-1 reverse features a Curl Base 2 in the denomination, while the B-2 Restrikes all display a Square Base 2. The 1827 B-1 obverse die was produced by overdating the 1823/2 B-1 obverse. Population Data (5/14): Only nine Original 1827 quarters are known, but several coins have been resubmitted or crossed over, as evidenced by the single known VF specimen appearing in the data of both services. Provenance: Arthur G. Coffin by December 1867, per a letter from Edward Cogan to Joseph Reakirt; Col. James H. Taylor Collection (William Strobridge, 11/1875), lot 1236; John G. Kellogg Sale (Thomas Elder, 10/1916), lot 1409; Virgil Brand, (Brand Journal number 81228); Armin Brand; F.C.C. Boyd; World's Greatest Collection (Numismatic Gallery, 3/1945), lot 89; Will W. Neil; Neil Collection (B. Max Mehl, 6/1947), lot 897; B. Max Mehl, offered in a full-page ad in the March 1952 The Numismatist, page 289; R.L. Miles; Miles Collection, Part II (Stack's, 4/1969), lot 898; H. Philip Speir; Speir Collection (Stack's, 3/1974), lot 20; ANA Convention Auction (Kagin's, 8/1977), lot 1175; Auction '79 (Stack's, 7/1979), lot 581; Arnold and Romisa Collections (Bowers and Merena, 9/1984), lot 2653; Baltimore Sale (Superior, 7/1993), lot 324; Harold Rothenberger Sale (Superior, 1/1994), lot 1248; May Auction (Superior, 5/1994), lot 576; September Auction (Superior, 9/1998), lot 251. Note: Although this coin was offered in the Col. James Taylor Collection catalog by William Strobridge in 1875, it was not part of Taylor's consignment. The actual consignor is unknown. Obtained from "The Eugene H. Gardner Collection of US Coins" Heritage Signature Auction - New York #1213 on June 23, 2014, Lot 30357.
B-2 PR66. R6+. CAC. Tied Finest Known. Prior Sale Heritage FUN Platinum Auction #1291 on 1/10/219, Lot 4447, $168,000. Per Heritage cataloger, "Classic Resrtike Rarity, B-2. Tied Finest Known. Restrike, B-2, High R.6, PR66 PCGS. CAC. The Square Base 2 in the denomination identifies the B-2 Restrike. During the third quarter of the 19th century, when coin collecting first became a popular hobby in this country, the Big Three coins in American numismatics were the 1804 dollar, the 1802 half dime, and the 1827/3 quarter. Collector demand for these dates was overwhelming and, in the case of the dollar and quarter issues, original dies were still on hand at the Mint. Giving in to temptation, Mint officials restruck specimens of these dates for private sale to favored collectors on more than one occasion. The effects of extensive rust on both obverse and reverse dies can be seen on the coin offered here, indicating this piece is a Restrike example, probably produced circa 1876, during Mint Director Henry Linderman's second tour at the Mint. Linderman was known for the large number of numismatic delicacies created during his tenure, and his collection featured two examples of the 1827/3 Restrike quarters when it was offered by Lyman Low after his death. In Early United States Quarters 1796-1838, Steve Tompkins mentions another feature observed on some 1827/3 quarters, a small dent at the base of Liberty's throat, near the lower curl, caused by some damage to the die. This dent does not appear on Original 1827/3 quarters, nor on the copper Restrikes from rusted dies that have appeared over the years. Some examples of the silver Restrikes from rusted dies are known without this feature, but it appears on at least seven Restrike specimens, including the present coin. This feature clearly indicates the coin offered here must be part of the final emission from these dies. The coin offered here is a magnificent specimen of this classic date. The deeply mirrored fields are enhanced by lovely iridescent shades of blue, rose, gold, and gray toning. The usual effects of die rust can be observed on both sides, and heavy die striations can be seen in the pristine fields. PCGS has graded two examples in PR66, with none finer, while the NGC Census shows no coins finer than PR65 (11/2018). From Greensburro Collection Part VII." Obtained by private treaty from Bruce Morlean at Legend Numismatics on August 25, 2019.
B-2 PR66. R6+. CAC. Tied Finest Known. Prior Sale Heritage FUN Platinum Auction #1291 on 1/10/219, Lot 4447, $168,000. Per Heritage cataloger, "Classic Resrtike Rarity, B-2. Tied Finest Known. Restrike, B-2, High R.6, PR66 PCGS. CAC. The Square Base 2 in the denomination identifies the B-2 Restrike. During the third quarter of the 19th century, when coin collecting first became a popular hobby in this country, the Big Three coins in American numismatics were the 1804 dollar, the 1802 half dime, and the 1827/3 quarter. Collector demand for these dates was overwhelming and, in the case of the dollar and quarter issues, original dies were still on hand at the Mint. Giving in to temptation, Mint officials restruck specimens of these dates for private sale to favored collectors on more than one occasion. The effects of extensive rust on both obverse and reverse dies can be seen on the coin offered here, indicating this piece is a Restrike example, probably produced circa 1876, during Mint Director Henry Linderman's second tour at the Mint. Linderman was known for the large number of numismatic delicacies created during his tenure, and his collection featured two examples of the 1827/3 Restrike quarters when it was offered by Lyman Low after his death. In Early United States Quarters 1796-1838, Steve Tompkins mentions another feature observed on some 1827/3 quarters, a small dent at the base of Liberty's throat, near the lower curl, caused by some damage to the die. This dent does not appear on Original 1827/3 quarters, nor on the copper Restrikes from rusted dies that have appeared over the years. Some examples of the silver Restrikes from rusted dies are known without this feature, but it appears on at least seven Restrike specimens, including the present coin. This feature clearly indicates the coin offered here must be part of the final emission from these dies. The coin offered here is a magnificent specimen of this classic date. The deeply mirrored fields are enhanced by lovely iridescent shades of blue, rose, gold, and gray toning. The usual effects of die rust can be observed on both sides, and heavy die striations can be seen in the pristine fields. PCGS has graded two examples in PR66, with none finer, while the NGC Census shows no coins finer than PR65 (11/2018). From Greensburro Collection Part VII." Obtained by private treaty from Bruce Morlean at Legend Numismatics on August 25, 2019.
B-2 R.7+. Pittman, Boyd. Finest Known 1828 Proof Quarter. Lovey original toning with deep obverse and reverse mirrors. Very strong strike and details throughout. Claims to a higher grade. Obtained by private treaty from Matt Kleinstuber and John Danreuther in April 28, 2023.
B-5. R.7. Private treaty with Numismatic Financial Corporation on December 18, 2014.
B-1 R.8. CAC. Per cataloger, "Rare early proof B-1. The period after 25C identifies the B-1 variety. An outstanding specimen of this formidable rarity. The portrait and eagle have a needle-sharp strike, as is the case for the right-side stars. The lower left stars and the drapery fold near the bust tip show incompleteness, which suggests the dies were slightly misaligned. The fields are fully mirrored, and the devices are richly frosted, creating a bold cameo effect. Lightly toned with freckles of forest-green and autumn-gold. Thorough rotation fails to locate any marks, although a minuscule planchet flaw above the uppermost arrow shaft provides an identifier. in past decades, prooflike Capped Bust quarters were often described as proofs, and sometimes even as one-sided proofs. The definition of what constitutes a proof has tightened since PCGS began operations in 1986. Only a few proof 1833 quarters have been certified by NGC and PCGS. A roster of all specimens known to us is listed below. Auction '86 (Superior, 7/1986), lot 1091; Thomas S. Chalkley Collection (Superior, 10/1990), lot 2568, which realized $70,400; Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 5/2008), lot 308, realized $149,500." Obtained from Heritage FUN Auction on January 9, 2018, Lot 4451.
B-1 R.8. CAC. Per cataloger, "Rare early proof B-1. The period after 25C identifies the B-1 variety. An outstanding specimen of this formidable rarity. The portrait and eagle have a needle-sharp strike, as is the case for the right-side stars. The lower left stars and the drapery fold near the bust tip show incompleteness, which suggests the dies were slightly misaligned. The fields are fully mirrored, and the devices are richly frosted, creating a bold cameo effect. Lightly toned with freckles of forest-green and autumn-gold. Thorough rotation fails to locate any marks, although a minuscule planchet flaw above the uppermost arrow shaft provides an identifier. in past decades, prooflike Capped Bust quarters were often described as proofs, and sometimes even as one-sided proofs. The definition of what constitutes a proof has tightened since PCGS began operations in 1986. Only a few proof 1833 quarters have been certified by NGC and PCGS. A roster of all specimens known to us is listed below. Auction '86 (Superior, 7/1986), lot 1091; Thomas S. Chalkley Collection (Superior, 10/1990), lot 2568, which realized $70,400; Long Beach Signature (Heritage, 5/2008), lot 308, realized $149,500." Obtained from Heritage FUN Auction on January 9, 2018, Lot 4451.
B-2. R.7+. CAC. Newman. Greensburro. Per cataloger, "PR66+★ Ultra Cameo. Sole Ultra Cameo Proof With Incredible Contrast. Early Quarter Dollars and Browning Plate Coin. PR66+★ Ultra Cameo NGC. CAC. B-2, High R.7 as a Proof. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. A total of 286,000 quarters were minted for circulation in this calendar year, but only a tiny handful were struck as proofs. Walter Breen's Complete Encyclopedia states that "at least six proofs" exist for the 1834 B-2, B-3, B-4, and B-5 die marriages, adding "2 proofs seen" for the 1834 B-1 quarter. Rory R. Rea, Dr. Glenn Peterson, Bradley S. Karoleff, and John J. Kovach Jr., authors of Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint 1796-1838, cite four specimens of the 1834 B-2 in proof, but they enumerate no proof examples for any of the other 1834 varieties. Two proof 1834 B-2 quarters are pedigreed to "Col." E.H.R. Green and Eric P. Newman -- the present coin, and another that Newman donated to Washington University in St. Louis (circa 1952-4). The Washington University coin was then sold to New Netherlands Coin Co. in New York, and later into the Norweb Collection. A third example exists in the National Numismatic Collection at the Smithsonian Institution. The fourth example is part of the "King of Siam Set," about which Newman and Kenneth E. Bressett wrote in The Fantastic 1804 Dollar (1962). With one example in the Smithsonian Institution and another part of the King of Siam Set, only two of the four 1834 proof coins known are individually available to collectors -- the present "Col." Green-Newman example and the Green-Newman-Norweb coin, graded PR67 NGC. This Newman Collection coin, graded PR66+ ★ with the added Ultra Cameo designation, is the only proof 1834 B-2 with either the Cameo or Ultra Cameo designation, although it is rated one point behind the PR67 NGC non-Cameo coin cited above. It is our opinion that, because of the Ultra Cameo appearance, this coin has the most eye appeal of the four examples known. This Newman specimen is also the plate coin in Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint, page 262. On the facing page a wonderful photo and caption appear, of the coin "resting on the photo box just before turning on any camera lights." Rea added, "Nice Cameo look!" Rea photographed this piece and all the Newman Collection quarters in 2008, prior to the publication of Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint. This is a stunning, magnificent early proof coin. Liberty and the eagle are exceptionally well-struck and awe-inspiring, imparting exceptional contrast against the deeply mirrored fields. "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $20.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society (Heritage, 11/2013). The Greensburro Collection Part VII." Obtained from Heritage Galleries FUN Auction on January 10, 2019, Lot 4452.
B-7 R.7+. CAC. Pittman. Lovely eye appeal with light amber toning with blue highlights. Obtained from Joe O' Connor by private treaty on August 13, 2018.
B-2. R.7+. CAC. Newman. Greensburro. Per cataloger, "Finest of three certified examples. Rare early proof B-2. High R.7 as a proof. Tompkins Die State 3/1. The period is close to the C in the denomination and the 6 in the date is partially left of the curl, identifying the B-2 variety. Walter Breen reported seeing four proof 1836 Capped Bust quarters of the B-2 variety and a possible fifth proof of the B-1 variety. Currently, only three proofs have been certified, all of the B-2 variety. The present PR67 NGC example is the finest, followed by a PR64 Cameo specimen at PCGS and a PR64 coin at NGC (11/18). A fourth B-2 proof resides in the National Numismatic Collection at the Smithsonian Institution. The coin offered here is a stunning Superb Gem with considerable eye appeal that should interest collectors of early quarters as well as proof type collectors. The devices are silvery-white and frosted while the fields have extremely deep mirrored contrast. There are a few minor hairlines present beneath the iridescent gold, lilac, and blue toning that is seen around the margins. Several die cracks travel through the stars on the right. A couple of minute marks are noted in the field to the right of Liberty's ribbon. All details are virtually complete, including the star centers and the fine detail on the drapery clasp. The rims are sharp and the letters on the reverse legend are slightly doubled. A superb coin that combines appearance, rarity, and die state into an exciting and dramatic presentation. ex: Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; Eliasberg Collection, Part II (Stack's/Bowers and Merena, 4/1997), lot 1412; FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/1998), lot 6762; FUN Signature (Heritage, 1/2006), lot 3153, realized $97,750. From The Greensboro Collection, Part VII." Obtained at Heritage Galleries FUN Auction on January 10, 2019, Lot 4454. Crossed from NGC PR67 [686667-003] on February 2, 2019.
B-2. R.8. Two Known (one in Smithsonian). Stunning colors and breathtaking eye appeal with strong, full strike. Deep and complete mirrors. Small obverse clash marks present, the same die state as the Smithsonian example which grades PR63. Obtained from Legend Auction of the Perfection Collection on November 3, 2023.
B-1. R.8. Pittman. Pogue. Per cataloger, "The most beautiful 1838 quarter extant. From the Pittman Collection. A Proof quarter dollar from the year of the founding of the Mint Cabinet. this is one of just three Proof 1838 Capped Bust quarters in private hands. An additional specimen was reserved for the Mint Cabinet, and is now in the National Numismatic Collection at the Smithsonian Institution. A high wire rim surrounds most of the obverse and some of the reverse, enclosing beautifully toned fields whose reflectivity is most notable at the peripheries. Not quite so well produced as other Proofs in this series, showing less mirror surface and even a trace of planchet granularity in some regions of the reverse, but every bit as detailed as any other Proof seen. Each star has a center, every curl is well defined, every denticle is raised and rounded, and the thin parallel preparatory planchet polishing lines are seen in their usual location just inside the reverse rims. The muted, blended toning is sea green and gold at the perimeters, dusky violet and gray within. The overall look is beautiful, far more attractive than the other two survivors of this variety. A single tiny mark is noted between star 1 and the bust truncation. Today, just four Proof 1838 quarters are thought to exist, though only three are listed in the Rea-Koenings-Haroutunian census. Two are tied in the PCGS Population Report as finest known, this finely toned coin from the Pittman Collection and the bright and untoned piece from the Norweb Collection. Aquired in the Stack’s auction of March 1949, this was apparently the best lot in the sale. John W. Adams gives this catalog just a C+, and the only highlights he cites are three Proof half cents and this Proof 1838 quarter. The earlier provenance, according to the Pittman catalog, is “from the New York Stamp & Coin Co. at $50,” meaning the New York Coin and Stamp Company, the firm of H.P. Smith and David Proskey that flourished between the late 1880s and the first few years after the turn of the 20th century. Best known today for producing the 1890 sale catalog of the Lorin G. Parmelee Collection, where an Uncirculated 1838 quarter of this type brought $1.40, the partners of New York Coin and Stamp Company could have sold this coin at auction or through private sale. Off the market for 50 years in the Pittman Collection, this rarity found a home in the D. Brent Pogue Collection in 2007." Provenance: Stack’s sale of March 1949, lot 655; John Jay Pittman Collection; David Akers Numismatics, Inc.’s sale of the John Jay Pittman Collection, Part II, May 1998, lot 1295; Heritage’s sale of January 2004, lot 2050; Heritage’s sale of January 2007, lot 908; Stacks Bowers Auction of the D. Brent Pogue Collection Part 1 on May 19, 2015, Lot 1093. Obtained by private treaty from Matt Kleinstruber from Numismatic Financial Corporation on July 15, 2015.