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.

Collection Details

Total items: 3654
Size: unknown

Works (3654)

3021. Lot 33329

Description:: 1805 25C MS63 NGC. CAC. B-2, R.2. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Increased demand led to the production of 121,394 quarters in 1805, although Spanish colonial coinage (the Piece of Eight and its fractional pieces) continued to serve the U.S. commerce as the principal medium of exchange, as it would far into the future. Five die marriages utilized four obverse dies and four reverse dies. The B-2 and B-3 varieties are the most plentiful for 1805. The Eric P. Newman 1805 B-2 quarter is an early die state example with heavy clash marks on the reverse, but with no die cracks. This example is the Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint plate coin and ranks among the 10 finest survivors. The obverse of this lustrous Choice Mint State piece is toned in medium shades of gray and gold, with richer toning at the edges. The reverse is mostly lighter silver, with mottled red and gold toning at the shield and arrows, and along part of the border. 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 $41,125.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

3022. Lot 33329

Description:: 1805 25C MS63 NGC. CAC. B-2, R.2. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Increased demand led to the production of 121,394 quarters in 1805, although Spanish colonial coinage (the Piece of Eight and its fractional pieces) continued to serve the U.S. commerce as the principal medium of exchange, as it would far into the future. Five die marriages utilized four obverse dies and four reverse dies. The B-2 and B-3 varieties are the most plentiful for 1805. The Eric P. Newman 1805 B-2 quarter is an early die state example with heavy clash marks on the reverse, but with no die cracks. This example is the Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint plate coin and ranks among the 10 finest survivors. The obverse of this lustrous Choice Mint State piece is toned in medium shades of gray and gold, with richer toning at the edges. The reverse is mostly lighter silver, with mottled red and gold toning at the shield and arrows, and along part of the border. 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 $41,125.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

3023. Lot 33328

Description:: 1804 25C AU55 S NGC. CAC. B-1, R.3. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. There were no quarter dollars struck from early 1797 until 1804, a gap of nearly eight years. The last-struck quarters were the 1796 dated Draped Bust, Small Eagle pieces that were coined in February 1797. The 1804 quarters used the then-current Draped Bust, Heraldic Eagle design that was introduced in 1798 on the dimes and silver dollars. By 1804 that design appeared on all of the silver denominations - half dimes, dimes, quarters, half dollars, and silver dollars. There are two die marriages for 1804 quarters. Both were struck using the same reverse die. The obverse die for 1804 B-1 has a visible die defect from the field and in between stars 8 and 9, touching an inside point of star 9. That is the quickest and easiest way to differentiate the two varieties. This example is struck from the latest die state known. There are heavy clash marks on the obverse through BER of LIBERTY and below the bust from star 13 to the neck. Clash marks can also be seen on the reverse from the clouds to OF. There is a crack from the rim under the date through the right side of the 0 in the date to the bust. A light obverse die crack can be seen between stars 11 and 12, from the rim into the field just past those stars. A delicate reverse die crack connects the top of the letters STA in STATES, and another joins the tops of AMERICA. The Eric P. Newman specimen is the Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint plate coin. Both the obverse and reverse are plated in color on page 18 in the book. The next page has close-up photos of the die crack from the rim through the 0 into the bust of Liberty, and the die crack above the letters STA in STATES. There is also a great photo of this coin with the obverse laid over the reverse. This overlay photo is extremely helpful in understanding the origin and location of the clash marks. Late die state 1804 B-1 quarters, with the obverse die crack, are substantially rarer than early state pieces without the crack. Plated in Ard W. Browning's 1925 reference, this piece is likely from his personal collection. Although outside the Condition Census, the Newman 1804 B-1 quarter ranks among the 20 finest survivors, and is important for its combination of quality, eye appeal, and rarity, as well as the Green-Newman pedigree. The obverse is naturally toned in various shades of gold, blue, and purple. The reverse is a light to medium silver, with peripheral gold toning and blue accents at the dentils. 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 $82,250.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

3024. Lot 33328

Description:: 1804 25C AU55 S NGC. CAC. B-1, R.3. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. There were no quarter dollars struck from early 1797 until 1804, a gap of nearly eight years. The last-struck quarters were the 1796 dated Draped Bust, Small Eagle pieces that were coined in February 1797. The 1804 quarters used the then-current Draped Bust, Heraldic Eagle design that was introduced in 1798 on the dimes and silver dollars. By 1804 that design appeared on all of the silver denominations - half dimes, dimes, quarters, half dollars, and silver dollars. There are two die marriages for 1804 quarters. Both were struck using the same reverse die. The obverse die for 1804 B-1 has a visible die defect from the field and in between stars 8 and 9, touching an inside point of star 9. That is the quickest and easiest way to differentiate the two varieties. This example is struck from the latest die state known. There are heavy clash marks on the obverse through BER of LIBERTY and below the bust from star 13 to the neck. Clash marks can also be seen on the reverse from the clouds to OF. There is a crack from the rim under the date through the right side of the 0 in the date to the bust. A light obverse die crack can be seen between stars 11 and 12, from the rim into the field just past those stars. A delicate reverse die crack connects the top of the letters STA in STATES, and another joins the tops of AMERICA. The Eric P. Newman specimen is the Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint plate coin. Both the obverse and reverse are plated in color on page 18 in the book. The next page has close-up photos of the die crack from the rim through the 0 into the bust of Liberty, and the die crack above the letters STA in STATES. There is also a great photo of this coin with the obverse laid over the reverse. This overlay photo is extremely helpful in understanding the origin and location of the clash marks. Late die state 1804 B-1 quarters, with the obverse die crack, are substantially rarer than early state pieces without the crack. Plated in Ard W. Browning's 1925 reference, this piece is likely from his personal collection. Although outside the Condition Census, the Newman 1804 B-1 quarter ranks among the 20 finest survivors, and is important for its combination of quality, eye appeal, and rarity, as well as the Green-Newman pedigree. The obverse is naturally toned in various shades of gold, blue, and purple. The reverse is a light to medium silver, with peripheral gold toning and blue accents at the dentils. 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 $82,250.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

3025. Lot 33327

Description:: 1796 25C MS67+ S NGC. CAC. B-2, R.3. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. The Mint Act of April 2, 1792 specified five silver denominations, half dimes, dimes, quarters, half dollars, and silver dollars. The half dollars and silver dollars first appeared in 1794, the half dimes in 1795 (although dated 1794), and the dimes and quarters in 1796. The two largest denominations were important trade coins and were the most requested denominations of the Bank of the United States. The smaller denominations were added to supply the late 18th century commerce with desperately needed small change. The Philadelphia Mint coined 5,894 quarter dollars during the second quarter of 1796 with deliveries dated April 9, May 27, and June 14. Another small delivery of 252 coins was dated February 28, 1797. The total of 6,146 coins was accomplished through the use of two obverse dies and one reverse die. Current rarity ratings for the two varieties indicate that as many as 700 examples survive. NGC and PCGS have certified 510 pieces in all grades with an average grade slightly below VF30. The current standard reference is Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint, 1796-1838, by Rory R. Rea, Dr. Glenn Peterson, Bradley S. Karoleff and John J. Kovach, Jr., published in 2010, and hereinafter identified as Early Quarter Dollars. The authors estimate that 56 to 75 Mint State 1796 quarters survive. That survival estimate is likely quite accurate. Rumors have circulated for nearly seven decades that there was once a hoard of Mint State 1796 quarters owned by "Col." Green. The size of the hoard, according to the rumors, ranged from nearly 100 coins to 200 coins. The rumors began with Abe Kosoff who reported seeing nearly 100 pieces when Green's collection was dispersed. Those rumors are false, and "Ned" Green never owned any quantity of 1796 quarters. His original inventory survives, and lists exactly six Mint State Draped Bust quarters, most likely a date set including one 1796, and one each of the 1804 through 1807 issues, including the overdate. Green formed an extremely large collection, and never sold anything. Had he been in possession of a hoard of 1796 quarters, they would have appeared in his inventory. Collectors can now bid with confidence, knowing that there is no hidden hoard of Mint State 1796 quarters. The Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society is retaining a Choice Mint State example of the Browning-1 die marriage, plated in Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint, to illustrate the first U.S. quarter dollar. Eric P. Newman's 1796 B-2 quarter dollar, earlier from the "Col." E.H.R. Green Collection, is a remarkable specimen. The strike is nearly full, showing weakness on a few hair strands at Liberty's forehead, and on the eagle's head and breast. However, the sharpness of this coin equals or exceeds any other example seen. The devices are squared and appear as three-dimensional objects resting on the flat fields, rather than gradually rising out of the fields without distinct boundaries. The edge reeding is crisp and bold, suggesting that a special planchet was chosen for this specimen. Evidence of double striking is noted on both sides, including many of the obverse dentils, the date, and LIBERTY. The reverse also shows evidence of double striking on many of the legend letters, especially on STATES OF. Fine finishing lines are evident, primarily on the obverse. The strike shows nearly perfect centering, and there is no evidence of adjustment marks to even the slightest degree on this coin. The fields on both sides are fully and deeply mirrored, including evidence of mirrored finish between the dentils. The die state is early, with a delicate die crack from the border to star 14. That crack is unlisted in the literature, and likely not visible on lower grade coins. A short die line or crack connects the upper points of star 3 into the field. The frequently encountered die cracks at ERTY are not present on this specimen. The reverse shows a delicate crack through the tops of OF that is also unrecorded in the literature. Die state analysis shows that the 1796 B-2 quarters were struck before the B-1 pieces, and this example was one of the earliest strikes from the B-2 die pair. It is one of the first 1796 quarter dollars produced at the Philadelphia Mint. The evidence points to the Newman coin as the finest existing 1796 quarter dollar, and it should be designated as a Specimen strike. The Newman 1796 quarter ranks as the most beautiful surviving example and exhibits quintessential Wayte Raymond album toning, gorgeous gunmetal-blue at the borders, gradually changing through orange-gold to nearly brilliant silver at the centers. The authors of Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint chose this coin to illustrate the cover of their book. It is also the plate coin for the die marriage on page 8. The present cataloger has been involved with some of the most important collections to appear in the past quarter century, and chooses this 1796 quarter dollar from the Eric P. Newman Collection as the most beautiful American silver coin that exists today. 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 @ $100.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $1,527,500.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

3026. Lot 33327

Description:: 1796 25C MS67+ S NGC. CAC. B-2, R.3. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. The Mint Act of April 2, 1792 specified five silver denominations, half dimes, dimes, quarters, half dollars, and silver dollars. The half dollars and silver dollars first appeared in 1794, the half dimes in 1795 (although dated 1794), and the dimes and quarters in 1796. The two largest denominations were important trade coins and were the most requested denominations of the Bank of the United States. The smaller denominations were added to supply the late 18th century commerce with desperately needed small change. The Philadelphia Mint coined 5,894 quarter dollars during the second quarter of 1796 with deliveries dated April 9, May 27, and June 14. Another small delivery of 252 coins was dated February 28, 1797. The total of 6,146 coins was accomplished through the use of two obverse dies and one reverse die. Current rarity ratings for the two varieties indicate that as many as 700 examples survive. NGC and PCGS have certified 510 pieces in all grades with an average grade slightly below VF30. The current standard reference is Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint, 1796-1838, by Rory R. Rea, Dr. Glenn Peterson, Bradley S. Karoleff and John J. Kovach, Jr., published in 2010, and hereinafter identified as Early Quarter Dollars. The authors estimate that 56 to 75 Mint State 1796 quarters survive. That survival estimate is likely quite accurate. Rumors have circulated for nearly seven decades that there was once a hoard of Mint State 1796 quarters owned by "Col." Green. The size of the hoard, according to the rumors, ranged from nearly 100 coins to 200 coins. The rumors began with Abe Kosoff who reported seeing nearly 100 pieces when Green's collection was dispersed. Those rumors are false, and "Ned" Green never owned any quantity of 1796 quarters. His original inventory survives, and lists exactly six Mint State Draped Bust quarters, most likely a date set including one 1796, and one each of the 1804 through 1807 issues, including the overdate. Green formed an extremely large collection, and never sold anything. Had he been in possession of a hoard of 1796 quarters, they would have appeared in his inventory. Collectors can now bid with confidence, knowing that there is no hidden hoard of Mint State 1796 quarters. The Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society is retaining a Choice Mint State example of the Browning-1 die marriage, plated in Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint, to illustrate the first U.S. quarter dollar. Eric P. Newman's 1796 B-2 quarter dollar, earlier from the "Col." E.H.R. Green Collection, is a remarkable specimen. The strike is nearly full, showing weakness on a few hair strands at Liberty's forehead, and on the eagle's head and breast. However, the sharpness of this coin equals or exceeds any other example seen. The devices are squared and appear as three-dimensional objects resting on the flat fields, rather than gradually rising out of the fields without distinct boundaries. The edge reeding is crisp and bold, suggesting that a special planchet was chosen for this specimen. Evidence of double striking is noted on both sides, including many of the obverse dentils, the date, and LIBERTY. The reverse also shows evidence of double striking on many of the legend letters, especially on STATES OF. Fine finishing lines are evident, primarily on the obverse. The strike shows nearly perfect centering, and there is no evidence of adjustment marks to even the slightest degree on this coin. The fields on both sides are fully and deeply mirrored, including evidence of mirrored finish between the dentils. The die state is early, with a delicate die crack from the border to star 14. That crack is unlisted in the literature, and likely not visible on lower grade coins. A short die line or crack connects the upper points of star 3 into the field. The frequently encountered die cracks at ERTY are not present on this specimen. The reverse shows a delicate crack through the tops of OF that is also unrecorded in the literature. Die state analysis shows that the 1796 B-2 quarters were struck before the B-1 pieces, and this example was one of the earliest strikes from the B-2 die pair. It is one of the first 1796 quarter dollars produced at the Philadelphia Mint. The evidence points to the Newman coin as the finest existing 1796 quarter dollar, and it should be designated as a Specimen strike. The Newman 1796 quarter ranks as the most beautiful surviving example and exhibits quintessential Wayte Raymond album toning, gorgeous gunmetal-blue at the borders, gradually changing through orange-gold to nearly brilliant silver at the centers. The authors of Early Quarter Dollars of the United States Mint chose this coin to illustrate the cover of their book. It is also the plate coin for the die marriage on page 8. The present cataloger has been involved with some of the most important collections to appear in the past quarter century, and chooses this 1796 quarter dollar from the Eric P. Newman Collection as the most beautiful American silver coin that exists today. 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 @ $100.00; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $1,527,500.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

3027. Lot 33326

Description:: 1877 20C PR66 S Cameo NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. The twenty cent series is one that was finished before it had scarcely begun, doomed to uselessness and commercial irrelevance, much like the Susan B. Anthony dollars a century later -- both were too easily confused with the quarter dollar. This PR66 S Cameo example of the 1877 twenty cent piece is among the finest of the proof-only issues of 1877 and 1878 that would conclude the fated series. The 1877 saw a proof mintage of 510 pieces, but only 350 were actually distributed. A small circular area in the center of each side blends into deep purplish-blue fields and peripheries, with excellent field-device contrast and top-notch eye appeal. The strike is razor-sharp throughout. NGC has seen eight Cameo examples in PR66 with this piece the only Star-rated coin, and there are three PR67 S Cameos 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 @ $22.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $27,025.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

3028. Lot 33326

Description:: 1877 20C PR66 S Cameo NGC. CAC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. The twenty cent series is one that was finished before it had scarcely begun, doomed to uselessness and commercial irrelevance, much like the Susan B. Anthony dollars a century later -- both were too easily confused with the quarter dollar. This PR66 S Cameo example of the 1877 twenty cent piece is among the finest of the proof-only issues of 1877 and 1878 that would conclude the fated series. The 1877 saw a proof mintage of 510 pieces, but only 350 were actually distributed. A small circular area in the center of each side blends into deep purplish-blue fields and peripheries, with excellent field-device contrast and top-notch eye appeal. The strike is razor-sharp throughout. NGC has seen eight Cameo examples in PR66 with this piece the only Star-rated coin, and there are three PR67 S Cameos 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 @ $22.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $27,025.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

3029. Lot 33325

Description:: 1875 20C PR66 NGC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Like the Susan B. Anthony dollars of recent times, the twenty cent piece proved to be an unpopular denomination because the coins were difficult to distinguish from the contemporary quarters. The denomination was only coined from 1875 until 1878, with the last two years struck only in proof format. Of course, twenty cent pieces are prized by present-day collectors as type coins. A generous proof mintage of 2,790 twenty cent pieces was achieved in 1875, when the Mint was still optimistic about the success of the coin. This delightful Premium Gem exhibits razor-sharp definition on the design elements and deeply mirrored fields on both sides. The well-preserved surfaces are patinated in vivid shades of champagne-gold and cerulean-blue, with no mentionable distractions. Overall eye appeal is terrific. Census: 17 in 66, 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 @ $8.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $15,275.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.

3030. Lot 33325

Description:: 1875 20C PR66 NGC. Ex: "Col." E.H.R. Green. Like the Susan B. Anthony dollars of recent times, the twenty cent piece proved to be an unpopular denomination because the coins were difficult to distinguish from the contemporary quarters. The denomination was only coined from 1875 until 1878, with the last two years struck only in proof format. Of course, twenty cent pieces are prized by present-day collectors as type coins. A generous proof mintage of 2,790 twenty cent pieces was achieved in 1875, when the Mint was still optimistic about the success of the coin. This delightful Premium Gem exhibits razor-sharp definition on the design elements and deeply mirrored fields on both sides. The well-preserved surfaces are patinated in vivid shades of champagne-gold and cerulean-blue, with no mentionable distractions. Overall eye appeal is terrific. Census: 17 in 66, 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 @ $8.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $15,275.00 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.