A beautiful near-Mint State example of this rare date with rich yellow-gold surfaces displaying strong original luster with only the lightest friction on Liberty’s hair and the eagle’s high points, consistent with the AU58 designation. The strike is well executed for the issue, with bold stars, a crisp coronet inscription, and clear feather detail on […]

CAC. A scarce and beautiful Proof displaying choice surfaces that are mostly mint red with light brown toning. Sharply struck throughout, with crisp star detail, full hair definition, and bold wreath elements on the reverse. Smooth, reflective fields enhance the coin’s eye appeal, while the CAC endorsement confirms its high-end quality for the grade. A lovely […]

Very nearly mint state with just the barest rub visible on the highest points of the design. The surfaces are a very attractive glossy chocolate brown.

A well-detailed early New Orleans issue with original surfaces that retain a trace of remnant mint luster.

A better early New Orleans Mint quarter with solid detail and pleasing surfaces.

A pleasing mid-grade example highlighted by warm, original honey-gold coloration and smooth, lightly circulated surfaces. Wear is even and moderate, with strong remaining detail in Liberty’s hair and the eagle’s feathers.

This rarity is one of the most historically significant coins in American Numismatics. 1,389 pieces were struck from the first shipment of gold received from California after James Marshall discovered gold at Sutter’s Mill on January 24, 1848. “CAL.” was counterstamped on the reverse to signify this fact. They are considered by many numismatists to […]

CAC. A beautifully preserved and very rare proof with perhaps 10-15 known. This example exhibits sharply defined devices and reflective fields that remain clearly evident beneath smooth, even steel-brown surfaces. Liberty’s portrait is crisply rendered, with strong hair detail and star definition, while the reverse wreath displays excellent leaf structure and a fully formed bow. […]

Plain Edge. The first coiner’s name to appear in California newspapers was Norris, Gregg & Norris and they were very probably the first private company to issue gold in California. These half eagles were struck from 100% California Gold in May of 1849. The present example is sharply struck with semi proof-like fields and has […]