Eric P. Newman Collection, Part IX

1915-S 50C Panama-Pacific -- Improperly Cleaned -- NGC Details. AU. The 1915-S Pan-Pac half dollar was the only commemorative silver coin produced for the famous San Francisco exposition. Other issues included a gold dollar, quarter eagle, and two fifty-dollar coins in round and octagonal formats. A total of 27,135 of these half dollars were sold, making the 1915-S a popular series scarcity. Dappled violet-gray toning covers each side, where minor grade-defining wisps are apparent. Detail remains strong despite a hint of friction over the highest points. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15459, realized $264. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1893 50C Columbian MS62 NGC. The 1893 Columbian half dollar represents the second year of the first issue in the classic commemorative series. More than 1.5 million pieces were sold, so there are enough examples available on the market to satisfy collector demand in almost any grade. This well-struck representative with gunmetal border toning and central gold patina is perfect for the entry level enthusiast. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15458, realized $99. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1893 50C Columbian MS62 NGC. The 1893 Columbian half dollar represents the second year of the first issue in the classic commemorative series. More than 1.5 million pieces were sold, so there are enough examples available on the market to satisfy collector demand in almost any grade. This well-struck representative with gunmetal border toning and central gold patina is perfect for the entry level enthusiast. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15458, realized $99. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS61 NGC. On March 3, 1893, Congress passed legislation stipulating that $10,000 already appropriated for the World's Columbian Exposition's Board of Lady Managers could be given in the form of commemorative quarters. Of the 40,000 pieces struck, only 24,214 coins were sold. Examples are always in demand as this represents the sole issue in the series of this denomination. The usual shades of violet, blue, and gold color each side of this sharply stuck representatives. Scattered marks in the reverse field limit the grade. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15457, realized $348. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1893 25C Isabella Quarter MS61 NGC. On March 3, 1893, Congress passed legislation stipulating that $10,000 already appropriated for the World's Columbian Exposition's Board of Lady Managers could be given in the form of commemorative quarters. Of the 40,000 pieces struck, only 24,214 coins were sold. Examples are always in demand as this represents the sole issue in the series of this denomination. The usual shades of violet, blue, and gold color each side of this sharply stuck representatives. Scattered marks in the reverse field limit the grade. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15457, realized $348. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1813 $5 BD-1, R.2 - Harshly Cleaned - NGC Details. AU. Bass-Dannreuther Die State a/a, unclashed. The denomination is spaced slightly wider on BD-1, the more plentiful of the two 1813 half eagle varieties and a popular type coin. This example is bright with muted luster from a thorough cleaning although the sharpness of the design is unaffected. An even, bold strike will appeal to the early gold specialist, and a lack of adjustment marks enhances the aesthetics. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15456, realized $3600. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1813 $5 BD-1, R.2 - Harshly Cleaned - NGC Details. AU. Bass-Dannreuther Die State a/a, unclashed. The denomination is spaced slightly wider on BD-1, the more plentiful of the two 1813 half eagle varieties and a popular type coin. This example is bright with muted luster from a thorough cleaning although the sharpness of the design is unaffected. An even, bold strike will appeal to the early gold specialist, and a lack of adjustment marks enhances the aesthetics. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15456, realized $3600. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1923 $1 MS64 NGC. The 1923 Peace dollar is easily among the best-suited issues for type purposes. Its extensive production of 30.8 million coins is second in the series only to the 1922. Hundreds of thousands of examples survive in high grades. This appealing near-Gem features crisp central definition with incompleteness on the border elements. Soft mint luster shines through variegated tones of violet-gray and antique-gold patina. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15455, realized $144. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1923 $1 MS64 NGC. The 1923 Peace dollar is easily among the best-suited issues for type purposes. Its extensive production of 30.8 million coins is second in the series only to the 1922. Hundreds of thousands of examples survive in high grades. This appealing near-Gem features crisp central definition with incompleteness on the border elements. Soft mint luster shines through variegated tones of violet-gray and antique-gold patina. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15455, realized $144. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1921 $1 MS65 NGC. Various shades of rose-gold and champagne hues warm the vibrantly lustrous surfaces of this Gem High Relief type coin. As expected, some strike weakness occurs at the centers, but the cheek and fields are attractively devoid of abrasions. There is no shortage of eye appeal on this coin. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp and Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15454, realized $1800. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.