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. […]

A desirable Charlotte Mint gold issue that’s much rarer than its fairly robust mintage of 64,472 might suggest. This is a choice original example that displays just light even wear with rich yellow-gold surfaces that retain a trace of underlying mint luster.

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 […]

Large Date. C-1. A highly attractive near-Gem with bold, well-defined detail throughout both sides. Surfaces display rich, original chocolate-brown coloration with subtle lighter brown and olive highlights, indicative of originality and careful preservation. Luster remains visible beneath the patina and only minor, unobtrusive marks are present, fully consistent with the assigned grade.      

Even chocolate-brown color with smooth, original surfaces. Light wear is confined to the high points, while ample detail remains in Liberty’s hair and the reverse wreath. A pleasing, problem-free example with solid eye appeal for the grade.

Boldly struck with sharp definition in Liberty’s hair and the wreath, and rich, original orange-gold luster. The surfaces are well-preserved for the grade, with only minor marks visible, and the overall eye appeal is strong.