FROM THE OAK COLLECTION The 1880 begins another run of very low mintages. Only 1,000 $3 gold coins were struck for circulation. While it seems collectors took note, and there are a number of mid-grade Mint State coins, mostly MS63 and MS64, that date becomes very rare in MS65, extremely so any finer. Spectacular in every way, deserving of its lofty grade, its "+" designation, and CAC bean! WOW this coin really does have all the bells and whistles that the discriminating collector demands, or could ever realistically hope for. Lively golden luster radiates boldly with varied reflective hints that really pop and flash when rotated in a light. The sharply struck devices have a rich, thick frost. The eye appeal is awesome! You will NOT be disappointed with this one. PCGS 24, NGC 15, CAC 6. There are three in MS65+ at PCGS with just four finer. This is not the coin that we sold in December 2020 for $20,563. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $25,000, and keep in mind that if a 66 was to come up for sale in this market, it would not be a shock if it brought $50,000! Good luck. Cert. Number 38459032 PCGS # 8002