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.

Collection Details

Total items: 3654
Size: unknown

Works (3654)

2811. Lot 33437

Description:: 1808/7 50C MS65 NGC. O-101, R.1. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Here is a nice companion for the two preceding 1807 half-dollars, in both look and state of preservation. The strike is exquisite, especially for the date, leaving nothing to the viewer's imagination. The radiant mint luster is equally impressive. A network of clash marks and die cracks is present, contributing to the charm of this early half dollar. Luminous silver centers are framed by shades of lavender at the rims, with a few highlights of golden-brown. Yes, album toning! This lot represents an important opportunity for advanced collectors of the series. Our research suggests that the Newman 1808/7 is one of three Gem examples that aspire to the top spot in the Condition Census. Census: 4 in 65, 0 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 @ $7.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $21,150.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2812. Lot 33438

Description:: 1808 50C MS65+ NGC. O-102a, R.2. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. From the same miraculous nest as the previous 1807 O-114 and 1808/7, this high-end Gem is sharply detailed throughout. The surfaces radiate vibrant mint luster and the brilliant centers are framed by vivid shades of lavender and golden-brown toning. More delightful album toning. The surfaces are pristine, with no signs of handling or contact with other coins. Need we add that the eye appeal is outstanding? Stephen Herrman's survey lists a single appearance of an O-102a in MS66 and four in MS65. This coin is tied for second place in the Condition Census for the variety and may hold that position by itself. 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 $30,550.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2813. Lot 33437

Description:: 1808/7 50C MS65 NGC. O-101, R.1. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Here is a nice companion for the two preceding 1807 half-dollars, in both look and state of preservation. The strike is exquisite, especially for the date, leaving nothing to the viewer's imagination. The radiant mint luster is equally impressive. A network of clash marks and die cracks is present, contributing to the charm of this early half dollar. Luminous silver centers are framed by shades of lavender at the rims, with a few highlights of golden-brown. Yes, album toning! This lot represents an important opportunity for advanced collectors of the series. Our research suggests that the Newman 1808/7 is one of three Gem examples that aspire to the top spot in the Condition Census. Census: 4 in 65, 0 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 @ $7.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $21,150.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2814. Lot 33436

Description:: 1807 50C Large Stars MS65 NGC. CAC. O-114, R.3. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This coin is a stunning Gem, with brilliant silver centers surrounded by vivid rings of golden-brown and lavender toning. The remarkably well-preserved surfaces radiate vibrant mint luster throughout with few, if any, signs of handling or album storage. The strike is razor-sharp. An extensive network of die cracks is evident on the reverse and interesting clash marks are visible on both sides. Overall eye appeal is terrific. NGC has graded one other MS65, the Prouty Ex: Norweb and Pryor coin last offered in Superior's Hudson River Valley 3 sale, October 2000, lot 3273 where it brought a modest $24,150. That coin remains in the strong hands of the successful bidder. A PCGS MS65 1807 Large Stars was the super nova of our half dollar offerings in the Central States signature sale of April 2010. With a "look" comparable to the Newman coin it took $149,500 to bring it home! We will not be surprised to see a repeat of that bidding war when this piece comes to the floor. The Mint began the year with a small mintage of Draped Bust dollars, before switching to the new design. A modest mintage of 750,500 Capped Bust half dollars was accomplished in the later part of the year, the second smallest business-strike total for the series. Only four different die varieties are known for the date and type, including the Large Stars O-114 variety represented by the present coin. The O-114 variety is easily recognized by the small die lumps below the 7 in the date and overlapping lower arrowheads on the reverse. The Large Stars variety is listed on page 194 of the 2014 Guide Book. 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 $152,750.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2815. Lot 33435

Description:: 1807 50C Capped Bust, Small Stars MS63 NGC. O-113, R.2. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This well-struck Select example displays surprisingly vibrant mint luster and lightly toned silver centers, with dramatic rings of cobalt-blue and lime-green toning at the peripheries. Only minor contact marks are evident and the eye appeal is first rate. The 1807 Small Stars is not terribly difficult to locate in circulated grades, but choice AU and Uncirculated examples are rare and under enormous pressure from advanced collectors. We know of two PCGS MS65 specimens including the incomparable James Pryor coin that sold privately not long ago for a six-figure price. Buddy Byers owned the other. It brought in excess of $50,000 at Stack's October 2006 sale, lot 1014. Nothing comparable to the Newman Select Uncirculated coin has appeared at auction over the last several years. Fasten your seat belts! 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 @ $20.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $23,500.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2816. Lot 33436

Description:: 1807 50C Large Stars MS65 NGC. CAC. O-114, R.3. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This coin is a stunning Gem, with brilliant silver centers surrounded by vivid rings of golden-brown and lavender toning. The remarkably well-preserved surfaces radiate vibrant mint luster throughout with few, if any, signs of handling or album storage. The strike is razor-sharp. An extensive network of die cracks is evident on the reverse and interesting clash marks are visible on both sides. Overall eye appeal is terrific. NGC has graded one other MS65, the Prouty Ex: Norweb and Pryor coin last offered in Superior's Hudson River Valley 3 sale, October 2000, lot 3273 where it brought a modest $24,150. That coin remains in the strong hands of the successful bidder. A PCGS MS65 1807 Large Stars was the super nova of our half dollar offerings in the Central States signature sale of April 2010. With a "look" comparable to the Newman coin it took $149,500 to bring it home! We will not be surprised to see a repeat of that bidding war when this piece comes to the floor. The Mint began the year with a small mintage of Draped Bust dollars, before switching to the new design. A modest mintage of 750,500 Capped Bust half dollars was accomplished in the later part of the year, the second smallest business-strike total for the series. Only four different die varieties are known for the date and type, including the Large Stars O-114 variety represented by the present coin. The O-114 variety is easily recognized by the small die lumps below the 7 in the date and overlapping lower arrowheads on the reverse. The Large Stars variety is listed on page 194 of the 2014 Guide Book. 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 $152,750.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2817. Lot 33434

Description:: 1807 50C Large Stars, 50 Over 20 MS63 NGC. CAC. O-112, R.1. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This scrumptious specimen displays iridescent shades of dove-gray, cobalt-blue, and lime-green toning in a dazzling play of colors, with significant underlying mint luster. The design elements are well-detailed for the issue and a few clash marks show on both sides. Eye appeal rates A+, adequate compensation for the few hints of cabinet friction. Thank you Wayte Raymond! 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 $21,150.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2818. Lot 33435

Description:: 1807 50C Capped Bust, Small Stars MS63 NGC. O-113, R.2. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This well-struck Select example displays surprisingly vibrant mint luster and lightly toned silver centers, with dramatic rings of cobalt-blue and lime-green toning at the peripheries. Only minor contact marks are evident and the eye appeal is first rate. The 1807 Small Stars is not terribly difficult to locate in circulated grades, but choice AU and Uncirculated examples are rare and under enormous pressure from advanced collectors. We know of two PCGS MS65 specimens including the incomparable James Pryor coin that sold privately not long ago for a six-figure price. Buddy Byers owned the other. It brought in excess of $50,000 at Stack's October 2006 sale, lot 1014. Nothing comparable to the Newman Select Uncirculated coin has appeared at auction over the last several years. Fasten your seat belts! 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 @ $20.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $23,500.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2819. Lot 33434

Description:: 1807 50C Large Stars, 50 Over 20 MS63 NGC. CAC. O-112, R.1. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. This scrumptious specimen displays iridescent shades of dove-gray, cobalt-blue, and lime-green toning in a dazzling play of colors, with significant underlying mint luster. The design elements are well-detailed for the issue and a few clash marks show on both sides. Eye appeal rates A+, adequate compensation for the few hints of cabinet friction. Thank you Wayte Raymond! 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 $21,150.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

2820. Lot 33433

Description:: 1807 50C Draped Bust MS65 NGC. O-110, R.2. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Here is a delightful Gem, with the blinding luster of a modern day half dollar and well-detailed design elements. A few clash marks show in the clouds on the reverse. The well-preserved surfaces are brilliant silver at the centers while the peripheries display iridescent shades of lavender, violet, and golden-brown toning. The eye appeal is extraordinary. The 1807 O-105 and O-110 are the more common of 11 known die pairs of the Draped Bust, Heraldic Eagle design. Gem examples of the O-105 and O-110 are known. Needless to say, they are rare in such lofty grade. Recent sales of the O-110 variety include the MS65 NGC coin in the Denver ANA Signature (Heritage, 8/2006, lot 5228), which realized $40,250. Only 301,076 Draped Bust halves were struck before the Capped Bust design was implemented in 1807. Census for all varieties: 8 in 65, 1 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 @ $15.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $70,500.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.