1720-AA MS France Liard, Metz Mint, Gadoury-270, Hodder-1, MS64 Brown NGC. Die alignment: 150?. A beautiful example of this scarce John Law issue. Reddish-brown surfaces (conservatively designated brown by NGC, but noted as "red" on Eric P. Newman's original envelope) and a strong obverse strike provide exceptional eye appeal. A few darker spots are noted, but do not detract. Although more softly struck, the reverse remains impressive. This is finer than any of the examples of the type in the Ford collection, which did not include this date/mint combination. Listed on page 54 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15219, realized $1680. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1720-A MS France 20 Sols Livre d'Argent, Paris Mint, Gadoury-296, Hodder-1, MS63 NGC. Die alignment: 180?. A lovely piece, with a firm strike and iridescent toning in the peripheries. Some hairlines on the obverse are noted, particularly at the king's throat. A small reverse scratch extends from NOMEN to the crown, but can barely detract from the coin's eye appeal. These were struck as livres d'argent under an edict of December 4, 1719, setting their value at 20 sols or 1/6 ecu, though this valuation did not last for long. Listed on page 54 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15218, realized $1440. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1720-A MS France 20 Sols Livre d'Argent, Paris Mint, Gadoury-296, Hodder-1, MS63 NGC. Die alignment: 180?. A lovely piece, with a firm strike and iridescent toning in the peripheries. Some hairlines on the obverse are noted, particularly at the king's throat. A small reverse scratch extends from NOMEN to the crown, but can barely detract from the coin's eye appeal. These were struck as livres d'argent under an edict of December 4, 1719, setting their value at 20 sols or 1/6 ecu, though this valuation did not last for long. Listed on page 54 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15218, realized $1440. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1720-A MS France 1/3 Ecu, Crowned L's, Paris Mint, Gadoury-305, Hodder-2, AU58 NGC. Die alignment: 150?. A beautiful example of the first of two distinct types of 1/3 ecu issued in 1720. Original surfaces with undisturbed cabinet toning and an exceptional strike provide great eye appeal, and only the slightest bit of rub keeps this coin from the Mint State category. A small scratch is visible under magnification to the left of the king's eye. This type is known as a "petit Louis d'argent" to French collectors, a name often used by Colonial collectors as well. Listed on page 54 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15217, realized $576. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1720-A MS France 1/3 Ecu, Crowned L's, Paris Mint, Gadoury-305, Hodder-2, AU58 NGC. Die alignment: 150?. A beautiful example of the first of two distinct types of 1/3 ecu issued in 1720. Original surfaces with undisturbed cabinet toning and an exceptional strike provide great eye appeal, and only the slightest bit of rub keeps this coin from the Mint State category. A small scratch is visible under magnification to the left of the king's eye. This type is known as a "petit Louis d'argent" to French collectors, a name often used by Colonial collectors as well. Listed on page 54 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15217, realized $576. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1778-1779 TOKEN Rhode Island Ship Token, Without Wreath, Copper, Betts-562, W-1730, R.3, VF30 NGC. 140.5 grains. Die alignment: 180?. An interesting example of this controversial type. These pieces are often referred to as medals. If that is accurate, this was obviously someone's pocket-piece. But possibly it did in fact circulate, as a token would. Still attractive, with uniform wear and just a bit of reverse spotting. The silver wash this piece was clearly given highlights the question of their exact composition. Eric P. Newman recorded the specific gravity of this example as 8.3. Listed on page 52 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15216, realized $1920. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1778-1779 TOKEN Rhode Island Ship Token, Without Wreath, Copper, Betts-562, W-1730, R.3, VF30 NGC. 140.5 grains. Die alignment: 180?. An interesting example of this controversial type. These pieces are often referred to as medals. If that is accurate, this was obviously someone's pocket-piece. But possibly it did in fact circulate, as a token would. Still attractive, with uniform wear and just a bit of reverse spotting. The silver wash this piece was clearly given highlights the question of their exact composition. Eric P. Newman recorded the specific gravity of this example as 8.3. Listed on page 52 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15216, realized $1920. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1760 1/2 P Hibernia-Voce Populi Halfpenny, P Before Face, Nelson-12, Zelinka 15-N, W-13950, R.2, VF35 NGC. Die alignment: 210?. A superior example of the mysterious issue with a P stamped in front of the obverse face. Smooth light-brown surfaces combine with a firm strike to give this piece good eye appeal. The P was thought to refer to Princeps Charles Edward until Nelson suggested that John Hely-Hutchinson, Provost of Trinity College, Dublin, was intended. However, as Hely-Hutchinson did not assume that position until 1775, this appears to be erroneous. Listed on page 51 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15215, realized $552. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1760 1/2 P Hibernia-Voce Populi Halfpenny, P Before Face, Nelson-12, Zelinka 15-N, W-13950, R.2, VF35 NGC. Die alignment: 210?. A superior example of the mysterious issue with a P stamped in front of the obverse face. Smooth light-brown surfaces combine with a firm strike to give this piece good eye appeal. The P was thought to refer to Princeps Charles Edward until Nelson suggested that John Hely-Hutchinson, Provost of Trinity College, Dublin, was intended. However, as Hely-Hutchinson did not assume that position until 1775, this appears to be erroneous. Listed on page 51 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15215, realized $552. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
1760 FARTH Hibernia-Voce Populi Farthing, Large Letters, Nelson-1, W-13800, R.5, XF45 NGC. Die alignment: 150?. A choice example of this enigmatic coinage, struck for use in Ireland but occasionally encountered in this country. Smooth surfaces with a lovely chocolate-brown patina and a bold strike make for a strong visual impression. Describing the Voce Populi series in 1905, Philip Nelson opined that the farthings were "of rather superior execution" to the halfpennies. Listed on page 51 of the 2018 Guide Book. 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 @ $15.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15214, realized $3840. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
