1872 $20, DCAM PR(PCGS#99087)

The Regency Auction 29

拍卖行

Legend Rare Coin Auctions

批号

376

等级

PR63DCAM

价格

591,136

详细说明

There is something truly majestic looking at deep cameo Proof double eagles. The visual impression these large gold coins leave you with is quite striking, and you really have to be ultra jaded to not sit in awe. Most collectors, if they are lucky enough to even hold one, usually sees the more "common" dates of 1896-1900, or the ultra rare Proof-Only dates of 1881-1884. The 1872 is an unsung rarity, with about 10-12 known from an original mintage of 30 pieces. The current certification figures of NGC and PCGS prove this, as there are 11 certified in all grades and designations between the two firms combined. We are proud to offer this wildly contrasted, visually stunning double eagle. Upon first impression, this coin has a MONSTER look. Deeply mirrored fields are blindingly reflective and provide a dramatic and eye arresting contrast with the frosted golden devices. The fields have a superb orange peel texture and rich orange-gold coloration. A patch of lines, we are calling "cabinet friction" on the cheek and in the field facing Liberty's profile account for the assigned grade, BUT, these lines are only visible at certain angles. Do not let the grade fool you, he eye appeal is simply stunning, despite the more modest grade; it really is a seductive and highly enticing coin of great numismatic importance! PCGS 2, NGC 0. There is only one auction record in the 2010 decade, when this coin sold for $58,750 in the 2015 FUN auction; that sale was held during a weak market. Prior to that, one sold in July 2009 for $71,875. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $78,500. This extremely rare coin is even rarer in any higher grade, with just 2 DCAMs graded finer at PCGS, a 64 DCAM and a 66 DCAM, neither of which have ever sold in auction, and none of which are approved by CAC. This is an incredibly important opportunity for the advanced collector of Proof gold to acquire a major, underrated rarity, there is no reason why a coin like this should be valued less than $100,000! Cert. Number 28790674 PCGS # 99087