1887 $5, CAM PR(PCGS#88482)

1887 $5, CAM PR (PCGS#88482)

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详细说明: An "affordable" example of this major rarity! A Proof only date that saw an original mintage of a mere 87 pieces, of which John Dannreuther estimates 35-45 survive to this day. Unlike other Proof issues, the 1887 has the largest population of circulated and impaired examples, as no Philadelphia mint $5 gold pieces were struck for circulation. While this piece was clearly in the possession of a non-collector at some point in its lifetime, resulting in some minor lines and chatter, the fields are still fully reflective, with bold mirrors. With a glass you can still see traces of the original orange-peel texture. The devices, likewise retain significant frost, which produces a dramatic cameo contrast. WOW! This coin is truly special for the collector who cannot afford a GEM grade example. Only 87 examples were struck for the entire year, all Proofs. PCGS 1, NGC 0, CAC 1. The only comparable examples sold over a decade ago! A PCGS PR58 last sold in September 2007 and an NGC PR61 last sold in October 2005. Neither the PCGS Price Guide, nor the CAC CPG give a value in PR60 CAM, but the PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $35,000 in PR60 (non-CAM). Our estimate is likely to be conservative when the hammer finally falls. Good luck! Cert. Number 38278626 PCGS # 88482