1908 $2.50 PR (PCGS#7957)
The Regency Auction 46
- 拍卖行
- Legend Rare Coin Auctions
- 批号
- 241
- 等级
- PR66+
- 价格
- 258,137
- 详细说明
- Representing the first major Quarter Eagle design change since 1840, only 236 Proofs were struck in 1908. As part of the artistic changes taking place at the Philadelphia mint beginning in 1907, the Matte Proofs were completely different than anything produced in the United States until that point. Indeed, up until this time proof coins had always been "shiny" with the fields offering mirrored reflectivity and the devices offset by frosted texture. Introduced in Europe a decade or so earlier, the sandblast, or Matte finish was a clear departure from what was done earlier, and it was met with stiff resistance in America as collectors had grown used to the bright and flashy proofs of the past. While unappreciated in its own time, the Matte Proofs are now among the most popular of all U.S. gold coins. This PQ GEM is truly on the cusp of a fully SUPERB grade. The quality and eye appeal are spectacular! The surfaces on this SUPERB GEM are virtually perfect, with the classic mustard hue and finely granular matte surface undisturbed! A high fin or wire edge is seen around most of the coin, both obverse and reverse. An absolutely extraordinary example of this rare Proof coin. A deep, orange-gold hue is evenly distributed over the sheer perfection of surfaces. Even with the aid of a strong glass, you will not find a single imperfection worthy of mention. PCGS 19, NGC 36, CAC 6. Only 236 examples were minted. There are just three in PR66+ and 10 finer. The most recent example sold for $32,400 in February 2020 and the current Collectors Universe value is listed at $42,500. Keep in mind that in PR67, only a single CAC example ever sold, realizing $70,500 in 2015. Seems like a gorgeous PR66+ presents a winning combination of value, beauty, and rarity! Good luck. Cert. Number 38787911 PCGS # 7957.00
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