Eric P. Newman Collection, Part II
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Last Updated: 2022-03-24
Eric P. Newman Collection Part II, sold by Heritage Auctions, November 2013, featuring U.S. federal coinage.
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Works (3654)
2651. Lot 33519
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- 1877-S T$1 MS66 NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This is a beautiful MS66 NGC-certified example of the 1877-S Trade dollar, what was by far the highest-mintage issue in the series at more than 9.5 million pieces. The surfaces are semiprooflike on both sides. The obverse shows recutting on stars 6, 8, and 10 through 13, with a silver center yielding to golden-olive and bluish tones at the peripheral areas. The surfaces are fairly well-struck overall, despite some minor weakness. The reverse displays a deeper palette of grayish, amber, ochre, and olive tones with great eye appeal. Minor strike softness again appears, on the upper wing edges of the eagle and the immediate center of the breast. The surfaces show splendid preservation throughout both sides. Census: 5 in 66 (1 in 66 S), 1 finer (10/13). PCGS has seen 6 submissions in MS66, also with 1 finer. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $4.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $25,850.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.
2652. Lot 33518
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- 1875-S T$1 MS65 NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Type Two Reverse (no berry below claw). This Gem 1875-S Trade dollar displays scattered silver, gray, olive, gold, ochre, and pale blue toning with a couple of russet accents near the date and star 1. The surfaces are exceedingly well-struck. Note the sharpness on all star centers (even though minor weakness appears on stars 6-8), the wheat sheaves, and the sandal on Liberty's exposed left foot, where all five toes and the strap are complete. A small die crack runs from the rim above Liberty's olive branch through the top-left leaf and stars 5 and 6 to the tip of the coronet. A small abrasion, paralleling a few dentils above star 4, is the only mentionable mark on surfaces that are otherwise quite well-preserved. The Type Two reverse presents a similar color palette, with the eagle's feathers fully struck throughout. Diagonal die striations appear on both sides as made -- on the obverse through the upper areas of Liberty, on the reverse through UNITED, the eagle's left (facing) side and neck, and (DOLL)AR. Census: 35 in 65, 6 finer (10/13). Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $10.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $15,862.50 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.
2653. Lot 33517
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- 1850 $1 MS63 NGC. This 1850 Seated dollar is certified MS63 by NGC, although the proofs and business strikes share many characteristics in common and have been frequently confused with one another. Only 7,500 business strikes were coined in this year in any case, making both business strikes and proofs rare. The obverse of this piece shows an open 5 in the date, the base of the 0 double-punched, and near-horizontal die file marks at the dentils beneath 50, as in Breen-5443. This obverse die was used for both proofs and later business strikes, accounting for the prooflike appearance of the latter. A few scattered contact marks appear on Liberty's thigh and legs. The reverse die, as in Breen-5442, shows a small die line slanting downward through the horizontal shield stripes, ending at the bottom-right corner. Numerous die file marks appear between the vertical stripes, and the two lower arrowheads are joined. A small die crack runs from (UNITE)D nearly to O(F). There are scattered minor field marks consistent with the MS63 grade. Considerable prooflike surface quality appears throughout both sides, as expected. The obverse is mostly silver-gray with touches of gold, while the reverse shows deeper amber-gold patina near the rim with a silver-gray center. Census: 5 in 63 (1 in 63 S), 3 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $9,987.50 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.
2654. Lot 33517
- Description:
- 1850 $1 MS63 NGC. This 1850 Seated dollar is certified MS63 by NGC, although the proofs and business strikes share many characteristics in common and have been frequently confused with one another. Only 7,500 business strikes were coined in this year in any case, making both business strikes and proofs rare. The obverse of this piece shows an open 5 in the date, the base of the 0 double-punched, and near-horizontal die file marks at the dentils beneath 50, as in Breen-5443. This obverse die was used for both proofs and later business strikes, accounting for the prooflike appearance of the latter. A few scattered contact marks appear on Liberty's thigh and legs. The reverse die, as in Breen-5442, shows a small die line slanting downward through the horizontal shield stripes, ending at the bottom-right corner. Numerous die file marks appear between the vertical stripes, and the two lower arrowheads are joined. A small die crack runs from (UNITE)D nearly to O(F). There are scattered minor field marks consistent with the MS63 grade. Considerable prooflike surface quality appears throughout both sides, as expected. The obverse is mostly silver-gray with touches of gold, while the reverse shows deeper amber-gold patina near the rim with a silver-gray center. Census: 5 in 63 (1 in 63 S), 3 finer (10/13). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $9,987.50 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.
2655. Lot 33516
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- 1846 $1 MS65+ NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This 1846 Seated dollar is given the MS65+ grade by NGC, making it the single finest graded (9/13). The mintage of 1846 dollars is recorded as 110,600 circulation strikes, among the larger totals from the decade of the 1840s. Nonetheless, Gem examples such as this piece are fleeting rarities, coins that are simply unseen in the normal channels of numismatic commerce. The rarity of the 1846 dollar in Gem condition is underscored by only a single MS65 example trading hands in our auctions since we began maintaining our Permanent Auction Archives in 1993. An MS65 PCGS example brought $97,750 in our Dallas Signature (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 2211. The 1846 silver dollar is frequently found in circulated grades, but its rarity in Mint State has been known for decades. Bruce Amspacher wrote in the July-August 1982 Coin Dealer Newsletter monthly that a nice Uncirculated coin turned up at the rate of one coin every five to 10 years. The present Eric P. Newman MS65+ NGC example offers thoroughgoing eye appeal and impeccable preservation on both sides. The tops of the 1 and 8 in the date are minutely repunched. The surfaces display warm amber, emerald, and bluish hues with a strike that is quite sharp, save for the high points of the eagle's wings, but is essentially full elsewhere. There are few marks of any consequence noted. The reverse shows somewhat deeper olive and amber-russet toning with mauve and golden accents. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $5.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $105,750.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.
2656. Lot 33516
- Description:
- 1846 $1 MS65+ NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This 1846 Seated dollar is given the MS65+ grade by NGC, making it the single finest graded (9/13). The mintage of 1846 dollars is recorded as 110,600 circulation strikes, among the larger totals from the decade of the 1840s. Nonetheless, Gem examples such as this piece are fleeting rarities, coins that are simply unseen in the normal channels of numismatic commerce. The rarity of the 1846 dollar in Gem condition is underscored by only a single MS65 example trading hands in our auctions since we began maintaining our Permanent Auction Archives in 1993. An MS65 PCGS example brought $97,750 in our Dallas Signature (Heritage, 11/2005), lot 2211. The 1846 silver dollar is frequently found in circulated grades, but its rarity in Mint State has been known for decades. Bruce Amspacher wrote in the July-August 1982 Coin Dealer Newsletter monthly that a nice Uncirculated coin turned up at the rate of one coin every five to 10 years. The present Eric P. Newman MS65+ NGC example offers thoroughgoing eye appeal and impeccable preservation on both sides. The tops of the 1 and 8 in the date are minutely repunched. The surfaces display warm amber, emerald, and bluish hues with a strike that is quite sharp, save for the high points of the eagle's wings, but is essentially full elsewhere. There are few marks of any consequence noted. The reverse shows somewhat deeper olive and amber-russet toning with mauve and golden accents. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $5.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $105,750.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.
2657. Lot 33515
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- 1803 $1 Large 3 MS65+ NGC. CAC. B-6, BB-255, R.2. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. The present Eric Newman Collection 1803 Large 3 silver dollar, B-6, BB-255, is graded MS65+, an amazing Gem that is destined to set a record price for any 1803 silver dollar. The only strike weakness on this piece appears on the eagle's breast feathers, but all other features are boldly detailed. This extraordinary Gem exhibits reflective surfaces with nearly prooflike, mirrored fields. Both sides are lightly toned in original gold with iridescent accents. Obverse Die. The obverse die appears only on this single Large 3 die marriage. The thick-top 3 has a serif at the upper left, and that is diagnostic. Reverse Die. The "workhorse die" appeared on seven different die marriages dated 1801 (one), 1802/1 (two), 1802 (one), and 1803 (three). Die State. This high-end Gem with a perfect obverse shows no sign of the hairline crack that later connects stars 10 and 11. Condition Census. The "Col." E.H.R. Green-Eric Newman specimen has been off the market for more than 70 years. It is unknown if this specimen has ever been offered in a public auction sale. If it had been included under Notable Specimens in Bowers' 2013 reference, it would rank far finer than any other example enumerated. This specimen is graded MS65+ NGC-CAC and is the finest known specimen by more than two grade points. It is the finest known example of the 1803 Large 3 major silver dollar type, as well as of the B-6, BB-255 die marriage. It is also the finest known silver dollar struck for circulation dated 1803. Appearances. This specimen is illustrated as part of NGC's presentation of the Newman Collection at www.NGCCoin.com. Commentary. There are two major types of 1803-dated silver dollars, classified in the Guide Book and other references as Small 3 and Large 3. Four different die marriages are known for the Small 3 type, but the Large 3 is known from only a single die pairing, the B-6, BB-255. Examples of the B-6, BB-255 die marriage are relatively available in grades below XF45, and a specimen in AU can be acquired with some patience. About a dozen pieces survive in Mint State. The 2013 Encyclopedia, under Notable Specimens, details 10 of those Mint State pieces, even though it omits the Newman MS65+ coin, which is by far the finest known. Provenance. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $60.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $705,000.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.
2658. Lot 33515
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- 1803 $1 Large 3 MS65+ NGC. CAC. B-6, BB-255, R.2. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. The present Eric Newman Collection 1803 Large 3 silver dollar, B-6, BB-255, is graded MS65+, an amazing Gem that is destined to set a record price for any 1803 silver dollar. The only strike weakness on this piece appears on the eagle's breast feathers, but all other features are boldly detailed. This extraordinary Gem exhibits reflective surfaces with nearly prooflike, mirrored fields. Both sides are lightly toned in original gold with iridescent accents. Obverse Die. The obverse die appears only on this single Large 3 die marriage. The thick-top 3 has a serif at the upper left, and that is diagnostic. Reverse Die. The "workhorse die" appeared on seven different die marriages dated 1801 (one), 1802/1 (two), 1802 (one), and 1803 (three). Die State. This high-end Gem with a perfect obverse shows no sign of the hairline crack that later connects stars 10 and 11. Condition Census. The "Col." E.H.R. Green-Eric Newman specimen has been off the market for more than 70 years. It is unknown if this specimen has ever been offered in a public auction sale. If it had been included under Notable Specimens in Bowers' 2013 reference, it would rank far finer than any other example enumerated. This specimen is graded MS65+ NGC-CAC and is the finest known specimen by more than two grade points. It is the finest known example of the 1803 Large 3 major silver dollar type, as well as of the B-6, BB-255 die marriage. It is also the finest known silver dollar struck for circulation dated 1803. Appearances. This specimen is illustrated as part of NGC's presentation of the Newman Collection at www.NGCCoin.com. Commentary. There are two major types of 1803-dated silver dollars, classified in the Guide Book and other references as Small 3 and Large 3. Four different die marriages are known for the Small 3 type, but the Large 3 is known from only a single die pairing, the B-6, BB-255. Examples of the B-6, BB-255 die marriage are relatively available in grades below XF45, and a specimen in AU can be acquired with some patience. About a dozen pieces survive in Mint State. The 2013 Encyclopedia, under Notable Specimens, details 10 of those Mint State pieces, even though it omits the Newman MS65+ coin, which is by far the finest known. Provenance. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $60.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $705,000.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.
2659. Lot 33514
- Description:
- 1803 $1 Small 3 MS63+ NGC. CAC. B-4, BB-254, R.3. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This coin is top-notch, one of the most appealing of all the incredible early dollars in the Eric P. Newman Collection. Both sides display frosty silver luster that shines through original light gold toning. Splashes of blue and amber frame the design motifs. Obverse Die. The B-4, BB-254 Small 3 obverse shows star 7 noticeably farther from the L than star 8 is from the Y. Reverse Die. The reverse shows the top of the eagle's beak chomping down on a star point at its tip. Die State. The Eric P. Newman specimen shows perfect dies with no clash marks, cracks, or lapping, the only known die state for the variety. Condition Census. The Newman Collection B-4, BB-254, graded MS63+ by NGC and with the CAC approval, just misses the top of the Condition Census. There are two MS64 examples identified, and they may be only slightly finer than the outstanding and original Newman example. There are just five known Mint State examples of this die marriage. Appearances. This specimen is illustrated as part of NGC's presentation of the Newman Collection at www.NGCCoin.com. Commentary. The silver dollars dated 1803 were the last regular-issue coins of the denomination that the U.S. Mint struck until the so-called "Gobrecht" dollars debuted in 1836. The bullion value of each dollar exceeded the face value by a few cents, resulting in many U.S. silver dollars being exported or melted (or both). Two major types of 1803 dollars are identified in the Guide Book, the Large 3 and Small 3 (which early dollar expert and author Milferd H. Bolender called "Thin Top 3"). Guide Book collectors will want both of the two major types, and the Newman Collection offers splendid Mint State examples of each. Variety specialists will want five different die combinations, four for the Small 3 -- B-1, BB-231; B-5, BB-252; B-4, BB-254; and B-3, BB-256 -- and the sole Large 3 combination, B-6, BB-255. (Most specialists believe that the Small 3 B-2, BB-253 does not exist.) Like the 1802/1 silver dollars which had five different obverse dies used in striking five different die marriages, the four 1803 Large 3 die marriages were struck with four different obverse dies, each used only once. With the exception of the B-3, BB-256 -- where the reverse die was used solely in that pairing -- the other three Small 3 die marriages were mated to reverse dies that had been used to strike numerous other die marriages. Provenance. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $60.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $117,500.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.
2660. Lot 33514
- Description:
- 1803 $1 Small 3 MS63+ NGC. CAC. B-4, BB-254, R.3. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This coin is top-notch, one of the most appealing of all the incredible early dollars in the Eric P. Newman Collection. Both sides display frosty silver luster that shines through original light gold toning. Splashes of blue and amber frame the design motifs. Obverse Die. The B-4, BB-254 Small 3 obverse shows star 7 noticeably farther from the L than star 8 is from the Y. Reverse Die. The reverse shows the top of the eagle's beak chomping down on a star point at its tip. Die State. The Eric P. Newman specimen shows perfect dies with no clash marks, cracks, or lapping, the only known die state for the variety. Condition Census. The Newman Collection B-4, BB-254, graded MS63+ by NGC and with the CAC approval, just misses the top of the Condition Census. There are two MS64 examples identified, and they may be only slightly finer than the outstanding and original Newman example. There are just five known Mint State examples of this die marriage. Appearances. This specimen is illustrated as part of NGC's presentation of the Newman Collection at www.NGCCoin.com. Commentary. The silver dollars dated 1803 were the last regular-issue coins of the denomination that the U.S. Mint struck until the so-called "Gobrecht" dollars debuted in 1836. The bullion value of each dollar exceeded the face value by a few cents, resulting in many U.S. silver dollars being exported or melted (or both). Two major types of 1803 dollars are identified in the Guide Book, the Large 3 and Small 3 (which early dollar expert and author Milferd H. Bolender called "Thin Top 3"). Guide Book collectors will want both of the two major types, and the Newman Collection offers splendid Mint State examples of each. Variety specialists will want five different die combinations, four for the Small 3 -- B-1, BB-231; B-5, BB-252; B-4, BB-254; and B-3, BB-256 -- and the sole Large 3 combination, B-6, BB-255. (Most specialists believe that the Small 3 B-2, BB-253 does not exist.) Like the 1802/1 silver dollars which had five different obverse dies used in striking five different die marriages, the four 1803 Large 3 die marriages were struck with four different obverse dies, each used only once. With the exception of the B-3, BB-256 -- where the reverse die was used solely in that pairing -- the other three Small 3 die marriages were mated to reverse dies that had been used to strike numerous other die marriages. Provenance. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp & Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $60.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $117,500.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.