Proof 1885 Double Eagle in Stack's Bowers Winter Expo Auction
By Christopher Maisano - Numismatist, Stack's Bower Galleries ...... The 1885 Proof double eagle is among the rarest Proof $20s, and we are pleased
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Top Pop PR-66 DCAM 1870 Quarter Eagle Featured in Stack's Bowers March Las Vegas Auction
The Proof 1870 quarter eagle is a tremendous rarity in all grades and only an estimated 10 to 12 survivors are known from a mintage of just 35 examples. Researcher John Dannreuther notes that the first delivery of 25 coins occurred on February 3, while the remaining 10 coins were delivered on June 1. The obverse die was used to strike both the 35 Proofs and the 4,520 circulation-strikes for the year, and very few coins exhibit strong cameo contrast. In addition, most examples are found in grades of Proof-65 and below due to cabinet friction and other imperfections. Stack’s Bowers is delig...
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