Scarce proof-only date with a mintage of 2,350. This is a superb example with frosted devices and nearly flawless reflective fields. A faint golden tint attests to the originality of this beauty!

CAC. A dazzling high-grade example of this proof-only date with a mintage of 2,350. The deeply mirrored fields and frosted design elements provide excellent contrast, enhancing the bold details of the shield and star motifs. Both obverse and reverse are exceptionally well-preserved, with only the most trivial handling marks visible under magnification.

Strong 7/8TF. Well struck with vibrant luster and a light golden hue.

Strong 7/8 Feathers. Frosty white luster and a sharp strike.

Strong 7/8 Feathers. Frosty white luster and a sharp strike with a touch of peripheral toning. The surfaces display minimal marks with an exceptionally clean cheek.

Reverse of 1878. Frosted devices with very deep mirrored fields produce a strong ‘cameo’.

Reverse of 1879. Vibrant frosty white luster and a great strike with no significant marks. Fantastic quality with just four 66+ coins and a single 67 grading finer at PCGS.

Reverse of 1879. Sharply struck with satiny white surfaces and touches of light gold tint around the periphery.

Rich satiny luster and a sharp strike with light peripheral turquoise and gold toning.