Eric P. Newman Collection, Part II

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Eric P. Newman Collection Part II, sold by Heritage Auctions, November 2013, featuring U.S. federal coinage.

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2901. Lot 33392

Beschreibung:: 1885 25C PR68 S Cameo NGC. CAC. Even among the impeccable Newman Collection Seated quarter proofs, this 1885 graded PR68 S Cameo is among our personal favorites, a coin of simply immense eye appeal. The silvery centers of each side -- a much larger area on the reverse, basically putting a circular frame around the entire eagle and enhancing the cameo contrast -- contrast with the deep, even patina at the peripheries, comprising ice-blue, medium-blue, amber, and purplish tones. The strike is full throughout, and there are simply no distractions on this 1885 quarter, also given the Star designation for extreme eye appeal. Only 930 proofs were struck, complementing the meager business-strike production of 13,600 coins. Census: 4 in 68 (3 in 68 S) Cameo, 0 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $47,000.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2902. Lot 33391

Beschreibung:: 1884 25C PR69 S Cameo NGC. Of the five Seated quarter proofs, all dates, certified PR69 Cameo at NGC, two are in the Newman Collection. Both of the Newman coins also carry the NGC Star designation for superior eye appeal. The current 1884 quarter is one, the 1883 also in the present Platinum Night session is the other. (For accuracy, we mention that there are two other PR69 non-Cameo Seated quarter proofs at NGC, making seven numerically graded PR69 in all; there are none at NGC in PR69 Ultra Cameo.) PCGS has never graded a Seated quarter at the PR69 level. All of the foregoing makes the 1883 and 1884 Newman Collection Seated quarters, both in PR69 S Cameo NGC, two of the finest Seated quarters appearing for numismatic auction in decades. Coins of such high quality tend to gravitate toward real collectors, numismatists likely to keep such coins for many years, usually as the centerpiece of their collections. The patina on this immaculate, fully struck proof is consistent with the 1883, but here there is a bit more emphasis on amber-gold on each side. Some forthright collector could acquire both of the coins with sufficiently forceful bids, in the process acquiring two of the finest Seated Liberty proof quarters on the planet, as well as the beginning of an unimprovable Registry Set. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $70,500.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2903. Lot 33391

Beschreibung:: 1884 25C PR69 S Cameo NGC. Of the five Seated quarter proofs, all dates, certified PR69 Cameo at NGC, two are in the Newman Collection. Both of the Newman coins also carry the NGC Star designation for superior eye appeal. The current 1884 quarter is one, the 1883 also in the present Platinum Night session is the other. (For accuracy, we mention that there are two other PR69 non-Cameo Seated quarter proofs at NGC, making seven numerically graded PR69 in all; there are none at NGC in PR69 Ultra Cameo.) PCGS has never graded a Seated quarter at the PR69 level. All of the foregoing makes the 1883 and 1884 Newman Collection Seated quarters, both in PR69 S Cameo NGC, two of the finest Seated quarters appearing for numismatic auction in decades. Coins of such high quality tend to gravitate toward real collectors, numismatists likely to keep such coins for many years, usually as the centerpiece of their collections. The patina on this immaculate, fully struck proof is consistent with the 1883, but here there is a bit more emphasis on amber-gold on each side. Some forthright collector could acquire both of the coins with sufficiently forceful bids, in the process acquiring two of the finest Seated Liberty proof quarters on the planet, as well as the beginning of an unimprovable Registry Set. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $70,500.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2904. Lot 33390

Beschreibung:: 1883 25C PR69 S Cameo NGC. Unusual, even among all the incredible condition rarities in the Newman Collection -- this example merits a numeric grade that is far more typical of modern-day proof Washington quarters or Kennedy half dollars. Certified by NGC in the near-perfect grade of PR69 S Cameo, this 1883 Seated quarter and the 1884 quarter in the same grade, also in the present Platinum Night offering, stand out as the numerically two finest certified Seated quarters in the entire run of the Newman Collection coins. One might say these coins are the "finest of the finest," as the Newman Collection is unparalleled in breadth in our experience at Heritage. The Phil Kaufman Collection coins, some of which later reappeared in the Greensboro Collection, were memorable, but in that case the focus was on proof Seated Liberty coinage. The Eric P. Newman Collection comprises both proof and circulation issues, including late 18th-early 19th century coinage of astonishing quality -- many are the finest known -- it runs the gamut from half cents through Trade dollars, Territorial gold, Colonials, tokens, and errors. NGC graders recognized and appreciated their incredible quality, adding a special Eric P. Newman Collection Gallery section to their website, visible at www.ngccoin.com/gallery/newman.aspx. Closeup photos of each coin are available with commentary for many with links for further information at NGC Explorer and the NGC Census. This will certainly provide an invaluable reference resource for numismatists for many years to come. This coin will certainly garner plenty of attention on its own from the numismatic public. The immaculate surfaces are fully struck and every bit as eye-appealing as the Star designation would imply, showing the familiar but ever-lovely toning pattern whose consistency is among the marvels of the Newman Collection. This is the sole Cameo 1883 in this grade at NGC, although there is one non-Cameo PR69 without the Star. Census: 1 in 69 S Cameo, 0 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $47,000.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2905. Lot 33390

Beschreibung:: 1883 25C PR69 S Cameo NGC. Unusual, even among all the incredible condition rarities in the Newman Collection -- this example merits a numeric grade that is far more typical of modern-day proof Washington quarters or Kennedy half dollars. Certified by NGC in the near-perfect grade of PR69 S Cameo, this 1883 Seated quarter and the 1884 quarter in the same grade, also in the present Platinum Night offering, stand out as the numerically two finest certified Seated quarters in the entire run of the Newman Collection coins. One might say these coins are the "finest of the finest," as the Newman Collection is unparalleled in breadth in our experience at Heritage. The Phil Kaufman Collection coins, some of which later reappeared in the Greensboro Collection, were memorable, but in that case the focus was on proof Seated Liberty coinage. The Eric P. Newman Collection comprises both proof and circulation issues, including late 18th-early 19th century coinage of astonishing quality -- many are the finest known -- it runs the gamut from half cents through Trade dollars, Territorial gold, Colonials, tokens, and errors. NGC graders recognized and appreciated their incredible quality, adding a special Eric P. Newman Collection Gallery section to their website, visible at www.ngccoin.com/gallery/newman.aspx. Closeup photos of each coin are available with commentary for many with links for further information at NGC Explorer and the NGC Census. This will certainly provide an invaluable reference resource for numismatists for many years to come. This coin will certainly garner plenty of attention on its own from the numismatic public. The immaculate surfaces are fully struck and every bit as eye-appealing as the Star designation would imply, showing the familiar but ever-lovely toning pattern whose consistency is among the marvels of the Newman Collection. This is the sole Cameo 1883 in this grade at NGC, although there is one non-Cameo PR69 without the Star. Census: 1 in 69 S Cameo, 0 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $47,000.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2906. Lot 33389

Beschreibung:: 1882 25C PR68 Cameo NGC. CAC. The mintage of 15,200 Seated quarters for circulation in 1882 complemented the 1,100 proofs struck. The usual Mint custom was to melt the unsold remainder, and this PR68 Cameo is at the top end of the surviving populations. Deceptive prooflike business strikes exist, but the true proofs, as here, show the bottom-left serif of the 1 over the right edge of a dentil. The full strike is another tipoff. We personally would have awarded a Star designation to this piece as well, as the eye appeal is simply off the charts. The center shows amber patina, ceding to pink, aqua, and deep purplish-charcoal near the rims, with a silver center on the reverse and similar rim colors. Census: 2 in 68, 0 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $21,150.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2907. Lot 33389

Beschreibung:: 1882 25C PR68 Cameo NGC. CAC. The mintage of 15,200 Seated quarters for circulation in 1882 complemented the 1,100 proofs struck. The usual Mint custom was to melt the unsold remainder, and this PR68 Cameo is at the top end of the surviving populations. Deceptive prooflike business strikes exist, but the true proofs, as here, show the bottom-left serif of the 1 over the right edge of a dentil. The full strike is another tipoff. We personally would have awarded a Star designation to this piece as well, as the eye appeal is simply off the charts. The center shows amber patina, ceding to pink, aqua, and deep purplish-charcoal near the rims, with a silver center on the reverse and similar rim colors. Census: 2 in 68, 0 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $21,150.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2908. Lot 33388

Beschreibung:: 1881 25C PR68+ S Cameo NGC. CAC. The easy answer is the Morgan dollar, but the more complete and thorough answer to the question of what caused the low mintages of circulation strike Seated coinage -- especially quarters and half dollars -- during much of the 1880s, is parity. It is true that the Morgan dollar was struck by the many millions annually, the unwanted silver piling up relentlessly in Treasury vaults around the country, for the most part. But it is also true that the parity achieved in late 1879 between gold, silver, and paper currency, for the first time since the Civil War, meant that floods of previously hoarded silver flowed back into commerce from both domestic and international sources (especially Canada). The mintages of Seated quarters and halves were, in short, small during the 1880s because there was no need for them. The 1881 quarter issue is a case in point. There were 975 proofs struck, complementing the 12,000 coins produced for circulation. This Superb Gem proof 1881 from the Newman Collection is among three PR68 survivors of the issue, but the only one with the Plus and Star designations. The patination comprises amber-gold, lavender and light-blue hues on the obverse, with more silver but a similar palette on the reverse. A fully struck and completely engaging example of the issue, and a treat for numismatic eyes. Census: 3 in 68 (1 in 68 S, 1 in 68+ S), 0 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $44,062.50 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2909. Lot 33388

Beschreibung:: 1881 25C PR68+ S Cameo NGC. CAC. The easy answer is the Morgan dollar, but the more complete and thorough answer to the question of what caused the low mintages of circulation strike Seated coinage -- especially quarters and half dollars -- during much of the 1880s, is parity. It is true that the Morgan dollar was struck by the many millions annually, the unwanted silver piling up relentlessly in Treasury vaults around the country, for the most part. But it is also true that the parity achieved in late 1879 between gold, silver, and paper currency, for the first time since the Civil War, meant that floods of previously hoarded silver flowed back into commerce from both domestic and international sources (especially Canada). The mintages of Seated quarters and halves were, in short, small during the 1880s because there was no need for them. The 1881 quarter issue is a case in point. There were 975 proofs struck, complementing the 12,000 coins produced for circulation. This Superb Gem proof 1881 from the Newman Collection is among three PR68 survivors of the issue, but the only one with the Plus and Star designations. The patination comprises amber-gold, lavender and light-blue hues on the obverse, with more silver but a similar palette on the reverse. A fully struck and completely engaging example of the issue, and a treat for numismatic eyes. Census: 3 in 68 (1 in 68 S, 1 in 68+ S), 0 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $44,062.50 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2910. Lot 33387

Beschreibung:: 1880 25C PR68+ NGC. CAC. Type One Reverse. The Type One reverse shows the letters TAT joined at the bottom, while the newer Type Two dies show those letters having shorter bottom serifs and therefore separated. The reverse hub was redesigned in 1875, but not all of the reverse dies were discarded. The Type One reverse die used in this year, on both proofs and some business strikes, dates back to 1872. A cut through the left (facing) border of the shield identifies the die, which was used for the first and last time on business strikes of 1880. This no-questions proof exhibits the beautiful patina appearing on the great majority of the Newman Collection Seated quarters. The contrast falls just short of a Cameo designation. The eye appeal is top-notch. Census: 5 in 68 (1 in 68+), 0 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $28,200.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.