NGC XF. Quadripartite. A sharply struck and attractive example of this popular Ionian type, featuring the finely detailed head of a nymph on the obverse, with well-defined hair and pleasing classical style. The electrum surfaces retain a rich, natural golden tone with subtle highlights, while the reverse displays the characteristic quadripartite incuse punch, boldly impressed. […]

A well-preserved electrum hecte from the important Ionian city of Phocaea, struck in pale gold electrum weighing 2.55 grams. The obverse features the refined head of Io, delicately rendered in high relief, while the reverse displays the characteristic quadripartite incuse punch. Warm golden surfaces with attractive ancient patina complement the bold central devices. Certified VF […]

This beautifully styled silver drachm presents an elegant facing head of the nymph Larissa. The strike is exceptionally bold, fully bringing out the sculptural depth of the portrait and the fine facial features that define the type. The reverse depicts a horse preparing to roll, a dynamic and distinctly Thessalian motif reflecting the region’s celebrated […]

Red Back. Portrait of Spenser M. Clark. Well margined with wide borders on the front. The inking is vivid and the premium paper is bright. Great eye appeal!

Red Back. Portrait of Spenser M. Clark, first Superintendent of the National Currency Bureau (now the Bureau of Engraving and Printing). Well margined with strong inks and premium paper.

Perforated Edges. With Monogram. Bust of Thomas Jefferson. Fully perforated with sharp bold colors. PCGS has only graded 4 with this designation and 1 finer.

Perforated Edges. With Monogram. Bust of Thomas Jefferson on this fully perforated note that has sharp ink colors and original surfaces.

Straight Edges. Without Monogram. Well centered with premium paper and strong inking.

“Red Back”. Design Letter “a”. This note features the bust of Spencer M. Clark, first Superintendent of the National Currency Bureau. It caused a scandal because Clark placed his own portrait on the currency, leading to a law forbidding living people on U.S. currency. This is the scarcer red reverse varity with quality color, the […]