1797 $1 10x6 Stars MS(PCGS#6865)

The Regency Auction 47

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

306

等级

MS63

价格

417,357

详细说明

FROM THE ERIC H. TEMPLETON COLLECTION A fabulous Condition Census B-3, BB-71 with one of the famed early dollar pedigrees of the late 20th century, that of David Queller. This is an impressive, CHOICE Mint State Small Eagle dollar, a type that is rarely encountered in so lofty a state of preservation. Solidly in the Condition Census, the fifth finest listed in Q. David Bowers' 2013 listing of "Notable Specimens." A bold strike from die state III, both obverse and reverse boast essentially fully defined details; there is only a touch of softness in the extreme centers of both sides. A lovely old time mottled toning in shades of lavender-gray that are imbued with accents of gold and rose hues, and splashes of blue are noted throughout depending on the angle the light hits the surfaces. A warm, satiny luster picks up any light and enlivens the surfaces with a soft back light of brilliance. While we note a few of the most minor traces of contact, each of which are not distracting or inappropriate for the NGC-assigned grade, and helpfully serve to identify this as the former Queller specimen. The eye appeal is excellent! Ex Stack's, by private treaty in December 1982; David Queller Collection, Heritage, April 2008, lot 2013; Stack's Bowers, March 2014, lot 4034; our consignor. PCGS 2, NGC 3. This is the ONLY example to ever sell, realizing $82,250 in its March 2014 appearance. Today, the Collectors Universe value is listed at $150,000. For the date, NGC has graded a mere three pieces finer. This is a very attractive and original CHOICE Mint State piece that is worthy of the FINEST of early dollar cabinets! We would not be surprised if this coin sold for a very strong bid, well above our estimate range. Good luck! Cert. Number 3319343-016 PCGS # 6865.00