Auction Sales - Gerry Fortin Rare Coins

GFRC Online Auctions

The Connoisseur's Auction Sale

The Gerry Fortin Liberty Seated Dime Collection

and

The Newtown Liberty Seated Half Dollar Collection

Session 3 - May 10-17, 2025

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Presenting The Connoisseur's Auction Sale Catalogs

The Gerry Fortin Liberty Seated Dime Collection The Newtown Liberty Seated Half Dollar Collection

Welcome to a GFRC Online Auctions Connoisseur auction sales event featuring two of the most substantial Liberty Seated coinage collections to be assembled in the past 30 years. Two of GFRC's top consignors have joined forces to offer the numismatic community an opportunity to acquire finest knowns and grade rarities across both the Liberty Seated dime and half dollar series. More will be written in the coming months as these two collections are fully cataloged and published immediately below for your bidding consideration. Three auction sessions are currently planned for late mid-January 2025 followed by late March and May events to close out the sale. Unsold lots will become immediately available for purchase on the GFRC price lists.

GFRC Online Auctions will continue to offer three payment lay-a-ways for auction winnings over $3000 moving forward. To take advantage of this payment option, bidders must registered with Gerry prior to the auction open and confirm their lay-a-way requirement. Those that don't confirm prior to the auction will not be afforded this privilege. Please contact me at Gerry@seateddimevarieties.com or 207-329-9957.

The GFRC Online Auctions application was designed with simplicity for bidders given the No Buyer's Fee policy. Bidders do not need to contemplate the Buyer's Fee percentage when placing bids. Every bidder is free to bid what they wish to pay for a lot. This fact become measurably important during the final hour of the auction sale whereby bidders can stay focused on determining their auction ending bidding strategy without factoring in a Buyer's Fee.

The GFRC Online Auctions platform has become yet another divestment option for collectors along with the regular price list consignments. I've seen the GFRC community become incrementally comfortable with taking holdings onto an auction platform for upside bidding potential and increased prices realized. Again, with a simplistic No Buyer's Fee structure, collectors can easily calculate their proceeds using the final bid and GFRC regular commission rates. All lots that do not meet reserves are posted on the 30 Day Price List after auction end along with the well known Collectors Corner numismatic marketplace. Our goal is to promptly sell you coins across multiple marketing channels.

Good luck with bidding.

Thank-you, Gerry

Bidding Instructions

Existing GFRC clients and those who have registered can submit bids by selecting the bidding icon. Those who have yet to register can participate in this eagerly awaited GFRC Online Auctions offering by contacting Gerry Fortin at gerry@seateddimevarieties.com.

Sale Terms and Conditions

Photo	Type	Date Grade	TPG	Variety GFRC Rating	Description	Reserve/High Bid	Bid
	Seated 10C	1837 No Stars, Small Date MS65	PCGS 21314594	F-104 Gem	No Stars, Small Date, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. An extraordinary gem in all regards as both sides are draped in warm frosted luster with rose-red and sea-green toning. The surfaces are fully pristine other than a single tick to the left of the clasp. The reverse was previously clashed with a Large Date obverse and presents die clash marks below DI(ME) and across the ribbons and stems. The Small Date punch can be easily distinguished by a round top 7 digit. The Small Date is the better of the two 1837 date punch varieties with the CAC census reported at 59 examples with only five finer. The CDN CAC guide is presently $11,900 as reference. Heritage Auctions, 2003 Long Beach Sale, Lot #330. Housed in original PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4562.	Reserve: $12500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1849-O MS64	PCGS 05625131	F-101b Gem	CAC Tied Finest, Large O, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. The challenge in locating gem Mint State New Orleans dimes continues with the 1849 date. Of the 300,000 struck, few Mint State survivors are known. The PCGS population stands at eleven certified with four CAC approved. The struggle is further exacerbated by poor mint workmanship, including weak strikes coupled with rusted and lapped dies. Based on research background, this example was acquired during May 2006 via Legend Numismatics.as one of the finest survivors to arrive at the market in modern times. The preservation is exceptional with steely-frosted luster that is consistent on both sides. Natural rose, aquamarine, and blues shades are a testament to the strict originality. F-101 with a Large O mintmark and a die pairing notorious for partial strikes. Though Liberty's head is not fully struck, this example is likely condition census for strike robustness. Tied for finest at CAC with a price guide value listed at $17,300. Housed in an as acquired PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with 2014 CAC approval. PCGS #4592.	Reserve: $19000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1850-O MS67 Star	NGC 1748227002	F-103 Gem	Tied Finest Known, Exceptional Gem, Gerry Fortin Collection. The Fortin Collection presents the finest 1850 Small O dime which shares the title with a PCGS certified Large O example. Granular mint frost dominates the obverse while the reverse mint bloom is in the steely realm. Once again, a hammered strike was a purchase imperative. All devices are intricately detailed with sharp hair curls and facial characteristics. The overall eye appeal is exceptional, thus being recognized with an NGC Star designation. Photographing this dime proved to be challenging due to the intense center luster that is framed by darker peripheral copper-gold. F-103, the lone Small O die pair of that year. Greer indicates that the Small O is the scarcest of the three mintmark sizes followed by the Medium O, and finally the Large O. Acquired August 2004 via Carter Numismatics as a present to me upon releasing The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors online reference at that summer ANA event, A well hidden break in the right obverse field luster precluded CAC approval. Housed in NGC Gen 14 (2003-2004) holder. PCGS #4594.	Reserve: $27500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1851-O MS62	PCGS 51066606	F-101 Choice	Exceptionally Difficult in Mint State, Choice Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. The Fortin Collection auction arrives at the 1851 New Orleans issue, a date that is more challenging in Mint State than its earlier 1843-O and 1845-O counterparts. Since the mid-1990s, a search for an originally toned and fully struck specimen has proven unsuccessful. This leads to a conclusion that the 1851-O issue is the key New Orleans Mint State date. The CAC census validates this determination as a single MS61 example has been approved. The mintage is reported to be 400,000 from a single die pair, an elevated production number as Liberty Seated dime dies typically saw end of life at or before 250,000 strikes. To accomplish the mintage, the mint employees carefully maintained the dies with successive lapping resulting in the loss of device details as the output grew. Survivors at the AU level will exhibit lightly mirrored fields due to die continuance. This dime was struck from early die state rusted dies yielding a bold definition of the lightly frosted motifs. The bright light eye appeal, for the issue, is noteworthy including light rose-gold toning across the lower reverse. I have examined several of the PCGS MS62 and MS63 survivors and noted an uncharacteristic cloth toning pattern with vivid colors outside the realm of natural toning that was not suitable for inclusion in the Fortin Collection. This offering best suited my collecting criteria given its overall presentation. Acquired via private treaty during August 2002 and fresh cross into it current PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2025) holder. PCGS #4596.	Reserve: $13500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1856-S MS63+	PCGS 25346849	F-101 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. This condition census lot exhibits pale gold iridescence overlaying satiny mint luster. Sharp struck and well preserved warranting a GFRC-Gem quality rating. The initial year of Seated dime production at the San Francisco Mint with only 70,000 struck. An issue that was not preserved given the demand for small change on the western frontier. Problem free survivors in circulated grades are a challenge for present day collectors let alone a prized example certified as Choice Mint State. Only one of two certified by PCGS at grade and beware of double counting between the MS63/MS63+ populations. CAC has approved 17 coins in total, three pieces in MS63, and two examples finer. The CAC price guide suggests $17,300 as fair value. Stack's Bowers, March 2014 Baltimore Sale, Lot #4014. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4613.	Reserve: $17500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1858-O MS65	PCGS Rattler 3069573	F-101 Gem	Superb Originality, Condition Census, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Yet another dime that deserves its story told. Purchased via private treaty from a GFRC client during April 2018 with no auction records. Our consignor was emptying a bank box replete with Seated proofs and gem $20 Saints. Among those holdings was this 1858-O dime as purchased during the early days of TPG grading. This lot never saw the light of day until offered to GFRC. This amazing gem bellows originality with richly toned golden-green shades and glowing satiny luster. Spinning cartwheels are a joy under angled lighting. A completely executed strike is atypical as the date is notorious for strike variability. Worthy of its certified grade and potential the finest of the three CAC approved MS65s with a lone MS66 finer. F-101 from a single die pair. Auction lot viewing is recommended if considering a bid due to the stunning presentation. The CAC price guide lists $10,500 as fair value. Housed in PCGS Gen 1.2 (1986-1989) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4617.	Reserve: $10000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1859-S AU55	PCGS 3523603	F-101 Original	Early San Francisco Key Date, Near-Choice Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Ex. O'Donnell. Residual white steely-frosted luster is readily apparent under a bright light with the surfaces responding well to angled lighting. The strike is close to complete with Liberty's head and the gown line being a touch soft. Die rust is readily apparent in the shield and the left facing arm while die chips are evident at stars 3 through 6 and at star 12. A lone tick by star 12 warrants mention. The 1859 San Francisco issue is undoubtedly the key date, along with the 1846 Philadelphia issue, within the With Stars series with a mintage of only 60,000. The date is brutally challenging in choice AU on better as CAC has yet to approve a single example in all AU grades and only two in MInt State. My quest for an upgrade, for this offered example, was lost when the Simpson MS62 CAC reached the market while working full time in mainland China. The PCGS population is four at grade with the Tom Bender AU55 specimen realizing $28,800 during its Heritage January 2023 sale. The PCGS price guide estimates $14,500 as current mark value, which appears conservative given the Bender auction record. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder. PCGS #4621.	Reserve: $16000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1861 Type 2 Obverse MS65	PCGS 11475261	F-106 Gem	Type 2 Obverse, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. The Type 2 Obverse results from a subsequent redesign to improve the striking characteristic by Longacre as the Paquet inspired Type 1 was too weak. The Type 1 design is the scarcer of the two but not by a wide margin. This example is superbly original and richly toned with a thicker obverse skin while glowing frosted luster radiates from the reverse. A colorful piece with a blend of copper-rose, cobalt-blue and olive-gold colors that are a bit more vivid on the reverse. Easily securing a GFRC-Gem rating with smooth pristine surfaces and high-grade eye appeal. CAC census is 32 total with four finer. $1,400 is the CAC price guide value for reference. Stack's & Bowers, June 2010 Baltimore Sale, Lot #1811. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4633.	Reserve: $1400	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1861-S MS62	PCGS 60159874	F-101 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. The relatively low mintage of 172,500 pieces doesn't even begin to explain the scarcity of this challenging Civil War era S-mint, particularly in XF or better condition. PCGS has certified eight in Mint State while CAC has approved seven within a total census of 23. As a first year of design, the notoriety allowed for a few to be preserved by those curious within the western frontier. Brilliant satiny surfaces are intense, coupled with vibrant cartwheels under a bright light leading to a tremendous viewing experience. A hammered strike provides insights into the short lived Type 1 Obverse design hub. Conservatively graded with no upgrade attempts since acquisition. The CAC price guide lists $12,100 at grade with a jump to $21,600 at MS63. Heritage Auctions, January 2004 FUN Sale, Lot #5614. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.3 (2005) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4634.	Reserve: $17500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1865-S MS63	PCGS OGH 4580332	F-101 Gem	Rare Complete Strike, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection, Ex. Eliasberg. Astute students of the Liberty Seated dime series should immediately note the differentiated strike offered by the Eliasberg 1865-S. Nearly all strikes from the F-101 die pairing will exhibit partial, and worse, missing heads. When acquired January 1997 via private treaty, this specimen exposed the beauty of a complete Liberty portrait coupled with a brilliant obverse with deeply basined die, polished to provide a prooflike surface. Partially mirrored reverse fields are also noted with frosted motifs while surfaces are unabraded. No auction records are available since the Bowers & Merena May 20-22, 1996, New York City Eliasberg Sale. Featured as the F-101 plate coin, with Small Weak S, within the Fortin Liberty Seated Dime online reference. Tied at the MS63 level within the CAC census with two finer. Housed in PCGS Gen 3.1 (1993-1998) holder with CAC approval. The label documents the Eliasberg pedigree. PCGS #4642.	Reserve: $17500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1866 MS66	PCGS 27382710	F-102b Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection, Ex. New England Museum Collection. The well recognized New England Museum specimen with splendid gunmetal blue and russet toning along with peripheral gold on both sides. Bright light exposure reveals sharp reflectance consistent with proof strikes. A fully executed strike is apparent on all the devices. F-102b with lightly clashed dies as a circulation strike with only 8,000 produced. Held in a New England museum for generations and first auctioned by Stack's & Bowers at the May 2013 ANA National Money Show Sale, Lot #207. An incredibly original and condition census example that warrants in-hand inspection prior to bidding for appreciating the reserve that is consistent with the 2013 record auction price. Six examples have been CAC approved at the MS66 grade with a single finer. The CAC price guide stands at $4,900 while PCGS quotes $6,250. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4643.	Reserve: $12500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1869-S MS67	PCGS OGH 4152091	F-102 Gem	Finest Known, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Honors for the third "finest known" in the Fortin Collection goes to the 1869-S issue, a scarce date in Mint State. This lone MS67 certified example suddenly appeared within a Great Collections auction during 2021 with no prior auction appearances. The preservation is flawless with deeply frosted luster and swirling cartwheels. Obverse motifs are fully impressed while the reverse shows typical weakness at the upper left wheat grains. A phenomenal specimen with charm that will last a collecting lifetime. F-102 die pairing with a Small Weak S. Utilized as the plate coin within The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors online reference. The CAC price guide indicates $26,400 as market value while PCGS quotes $30,000. Acquired April 2021 via Great Collections auction. Housed in PCGS Gen 3.1 (1993-1998) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4650.	Reserve: $26000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1871-S MS65+	PCGS 06863865	F-101 Gem	Second Finest Known, Repunched Date, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection, Ex. Bender. This 1871-S repunched date example is close to unimprovable given its status as the second finest known at PCGS and CAC. Rich granular frosted luster is brilliant with faint gold at the obverse rims. The reverse radiance is equally captivating with beautiful blue and mauve patina and swirling cartwheels. The design elements are sharply struck, including Liberty's head, the denomination, and the grains in the corn and wheat stalks, areas that are often weak. A few minute chatter marks on the reverse above ONE account for the grade while the obverse is unquestionably pristine. F-101 with bold repunching above the 18 digits and a Small Weak S mintmark. The PCGS price guide plate coin. CAC reports two at the MS65 grade with a single finer. The CAC guide lists $15,800 as fair value without a value for the (+) grade. Acquired via private treaty. Ex. Heritage Auctions, February 2023 Long Beach Signature Sale Lot# 3656 (Tom Bender), Jason Carter (5/2009), and Eugene Gardner Part II (Heritage 10/2014), Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. The label documents the Bender Collection pedigree. PCGS #4655.	Reserve: $16500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1873-S With Arrows MS64	PCGS 14915765	F-102 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Worthy of a GFRC-Gem quality rating, this lot is clearly differentiated when compared with others certified at the same grade. Mirrored fields are noted on both sides with undisturbed reflectivity. A bright light exposes peripheral orange-gold on the obverse and concentric rings of copper, orange, and green-gold on the reverse. The strike is hammered with all subtle device features being deeply impressed. The overall preservation and eye appeal suggests an upgrade possibility since Fortin has left nearly all lots in their original early holders. F-102 with repunched 18 digits and a Small Block S mintmark. The plate coin within the Fortin Liberty Seated Dime online refence. The CAC census lists 25 approved examples with only three finer. The CAC $3,800 price guide value is understated for this lot. Acquired August 2009 via Carter Numismatics. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4667.	Reserve: $4500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1875-CC Below Wreath MS65	PCGS 12013956	F-106 Gem	Tied CAC Finest, Mintmark Below, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. The 1875-CC dime is divided into two obvious varieties as determined by the location of the mintmark. The Below Wreath variety is the scarcer of the two with this lot being a strictly original representative. Both sides exhibit heavy satin luster beneath variable antique silver color. The strike is sharp, with weakness seemingly being limited to the high points of the upper left wreath. Below Wreath F-106 with the reuse of the obverse die after pairing with an In Wreath reverse. The CAC census reports 46 approved in all grades with none finer. $4,500 is offered as fair market value per the CDN CAC guide. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4674.	Reserve: $4500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1875-S In Wreath MS65	PCGS 50119580	F-103a Gem	Mintmark Above, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. A rare coin in gem grades as the Above Wreath variety is now acknowledged to be scarcer than the Below Wreath variety. Astute collectors should step back and consider that CAC has only approved eight in full gem from a combined mintage of 9 million for both variations. An overburdened San Francisco Mint resulted in poor workmanship for much of the issue. This lot deserves the GFRC "luster bomb" designation and clearly is an upgrade candidate given today's luster centric grading standards. The frosted radiance is equally stunning on both sides from pristine untoned surfaces. F-106a as struck from severely eroded dies and a fully shattered reverse. CAC notes 19 approved in all grades with three finer. The CAC suggested fair market value at $2,250 suffers from mintage bias as a finest known has to be valued at more than $4,500 at the MS66 level. Acquired March 2000 via Heritage Rare Coins. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4676.	Reserve: $3000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1876-CC Type 2 Reverse MS64	PCGS 03190357	F-101 Gem	Condition Census Type 2 Reverse, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. The 1876-CC Type 2 reverse is scarce in all grades while being consistently well struck. Greer points out that "Surprisingly, at least five Mint State Type II examples are known" with rumors of a hoard being the source. Mint State examples are seen as both frosted and lightly mirrored. This lot radiates thick frosted luster with the reverse radiance at the superb gem level. As expected, the strike is fully executed including sharply defined reverse wheat grains, notable for the With Legend design hub. F-101 with a repunched 6 digit. CAC has approved only two circulated coins with the Fortin lot not recorded specific to the variety. PCGS reports this lot and a single MS64+ finer. Scotman's October 2003 Collector's Auction, Lot #553. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. The label reads Type 2 Rev FS-901 (FS-005). PCGS #145501.	Reserve: $3250	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1876-S Type 1 Reverse MS66	PCGS 12177285	F-109 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. A stunning premium Type 1 gem, this dime is highly lustrous with brilliant steely-frosted silver surfaces as the bright light performance being compelling. An untoned survivor with a pronounced strike and bold motifs. F-109 with high downward sloping date and die doubling in the denomination. This date has been challenging is gem Mint State though the PCGS population report suggests otherwise. During the 2010-2015 era, this date was a solid $3,500+ at the offered grade. CAC reports 37 approved in all grades, notably low for a mintage of over 10 million. The CDN CAC guide indicates $2,400 as fair value with common date bias. Acquired during October 2006 via private treaty. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4681.	Reserve: $3250	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1877-CC Type 2 Reverse MS66	PCGS 13534519	F-109 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. A magnificently superb gem with vibrant frosted radiance and swirling cartwheels, A rich peripheral sea-green patina frames the tan-gold and creamy-gray fields and devices. The strike is 100% complete with intricately detailed motifs. Purchased at a nearly all-time record price as the eye appeal is unprecedented. Type 2 F-109 the 77 digits in the date lightly repunched and the plate coin within The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors online reference. The CAC price guide suggests $4,350 as fair market value with two finer. Heritage Auctions, February 2012 Long Beach Signature Sale, Lot #3349. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4683.	Reserve: $4750	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1877-S MS65	PCGS 14273114	F-101 Gem	Condition Census Offering, Repunched Date, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. The disparity between the 1877-S mintage of 2,340,000 and the choice CAC Mint State population is dramatic. The approval rate for all uncirculated examples is a meager 16 examples while the entire census is a stark 21 pieces. This lot ranks in the condition census with three at grade and a lone finer. Light peripheral gold toning decorates brilliantly sharp steely-frosted centers. The bright light spinning cartwheels are equally impressive. The strike is typical for the issue as a case where my full strike requirements was ignored due to the rarity at this lofty grade. F-101 with repunched date and Small Block S mintmark along with being yet another plate coin within the Fortin Liberty Seated Dime online reference. Heritage Auctions, April 2009 Cincinnati OH Coin Action Sale, Lot144. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4684.	Reserve: $8250	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1879 MS66	PCGS 04851829	F-105 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. A superb gem with copper-gold shades overlaid over partially mirrored fields and swirling cartwheels. Strike is typical for the issue with slight weakness at the head and bow knot. F-105 with repunched date and heavy die scratches in the left wreath while also serving as the plate coin within the Fortin Liberty Seated Dime online reference. CAC notes 74 approved in all grades and a price guide estimate $1,350 as fair market value. Stack's October 2005 NYC Lemus Sale, Lot #691. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4687.	Reserve: $1450	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1881 MS66+	PCGS 82920688	F-101a Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. The best of the 1879 through 1881 low mintage dates with a meager representation in the CAC population report. 24,000 pieces were struck with recycled proof dies resulting in a sparkling frosted luster being regularly noted for circulation strikes. Peripheral copper-gold and deep blues toning is consistent on both sides with deeper shades on the reverse. A hammered strike leads to fully impressed motifs. Three micro-ticks in the obverse right field are consistent with the (+) grade. F-101a with a medium upward sloping date, otherwise perfect dies. CAC reports 21 approved in all grades with four finer. The corresponding price guide lists $5,000 as fair value. Acquired October 2022 via private treaty. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. Ex. Newtown. PCGS #4689.	Reserve: $5000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1882 MS67+	PCGS 40680316	F-104 Gem	Tied Finest Known, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. A marvelously superb gem that is tied for finest known at PCGS. A razor sharp strike and enchanting frosted radiance are quite compelling and the basis for inclusion in the Fortin Collection. Blended cobalt blue and rose-gold peripheral toning floats on pristine surfaces. In-hand viewing is recommended for enjoying the dramatic cartwheels and overall presentation. A lot that is equally well suited as a top quality type coin or inclusion into date and mintmark set as is the case here. F-104 with broken top 2 digit and die cracks in the left reverse wreath. With a mintage of 3.9 million, the current CAC approved tally of 93 examples is not surprising. The CAC price guides suggest $3,000 as fair value while PCGS lists the MS67+ level at $5250. Acquired October 2021 via private treaty. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4690.	Reserve: $3750	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1883 MS67	PCGS 44364205	F-119a Gem	Exceptional Eye Appeal, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. A circulation strike from proof dies that will be listed in the Fortin Liberty Seated Dime die variety reference as F-119a. Rich sea-green and blended center rose is prevalent on the obverse while grayish-purple hues coat the reverse. Frosted radiance is exceptional along with spinning cartwheels. Strike is also complete on this superb gem survivor. A tremendous candidate for type or inclusion in a stellar date and mintmark set. A common Philadelphia issue with 93 approved within the CAC census and a single example finer. CAC price guide lists $3000 as fair value. In-hand inspection is suggested as this lot has upgraded possibilities. Acquired June 2022 via private treaty. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4691.	Reserve: $3000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1884 MS66	PCGS 50193527	F-109 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. A remarkable 1884 Philadelphia strike that is reflective of mid-2000 era conservative grading. This colorful super gem radiates enormous amounts of steely-frosted luster and swirling cartwheels. The fields are pristine while the strike is nearly complete with only the upper left reverse wheat grains not fully defined. The peripherally toned reverse is a full grade higher with its green and yellow gold peripheral toning. The powerful visual presentation was the basis for inclusion in the Fortin Collection. Please don't confuse this lot with the generic MS66s that routinely trade at the major auctions with discounted or wholesale prices, as reserved well below the purchase price. F-109 with rusted reverse die and die cracks with the wreath. Acquired April 2004 via private treaty. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.3 (2005) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4692.	Reserve: $1500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1884-S MS64	PCGS 09960659	F-105 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Fortin's die variety research has identified six die pairings accomplished with three obverse and four reverse dies. The F-105 strikes are noted for their bold date punch whereby the 84 digits nearly touch. This GFRC-Gem rated example offers eye appeal of a much higher grade though luster breaks in the right obverse field are technically limiting. The steely-frosted luster explodes under a bright light while shimmering cartwheels are eye-catching. Utilized as the plate coin within The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors online reference. A challenging date with CAC approval as the census tally is a low 25 examples with three finer. The CAC price guide suggests $1,1950 as current market value, a number that is quite conservative. Heritage Auctions, January 2012 FUN Signature Sale, Lot #5500. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4693.	Reserve: $2250	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1885 MS67+	PCGS 42641233	F-110 Gem	Claims to Finest Certified, Superb Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. An amazing Superb Gem among the top-graded survivors at PCGS and exhibits superior eye appeal at the lofty (+) grade level. Claims to finest known are certainly a possibility as this lot was acquired directly after "being made" and without an auction appearance. Dramatic steely-frosted luster and spinning cartwheels are exceptional and require in-hand lot inspection for appreciation and bidding strategy formulation. Sea-green and blue centers are surrounded by pastel orange-gold at the peripheries with a deeply impressed strike with all devices in high relief. It goes without saying that the surfaces are pristine.F-110 with high level date and weakly hubbed reverse denomination. The CAC census reports 11 tied at the MS67 level with none finer and no differentiation for the (+) grade. PCGS lists this lot in the top three extant. Acquired October 2022 via private treaty. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4694.	Reserve: $5500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1885-S MS65	PCGS 51066607	F-101 Gem	Second Finest, Gem Original, Fresh CAC Approval, Gerry Fortin Collection. A remarkable condition rarity 1885 San Francisco strike and one of the highlights of the Fortin Collection. That year's mintage was anemic at 43,690 pieces with nearly all entering circulation. This date is undoubtedly the rarest Mint State date from 1873 through the design's termination in 1891. Even choice original circulation strikes are prized by collectors given the date's scarcity. This gem example exhibits shimmering frosted luster and swirling cartwheels with a stunning visual presentation. A transparent copper-gold patina is uniform on both sides while the strike is deeply impressed and meticulously detailed with partial wire rims. Immaculate surfaces provide undisturbed eye appeal. F-101, a single pair with usage as the plate coin within the Fortin Liberty Seated dime online reference. The CAC census indicate a sole example at MS65 (this lot) and a single finer. December 2021 via private treaty. Fresh cross into a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2025) holder with CAC approval.	Reserve: $39500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1886 MS66	PCGS 21776762	F-119 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. This 1886 dime is superior in all regards with blazing luster and spinning cartwheels when inspected under a bright light. Copper shades are prevalent throughout with deep blues and aquamarine hues at the borders. A highly detailed strike and spotless surfaces further suggest conservative old-time grading and upgrading potential. This dime has proven to be difficult to upgrade given its visual charm and warrants in-hand inspection before bidding. F-119 with a misplaced 6 digit in the denticles though difficult to see on this specimen. A "common date" within the CAC census that totals 111 pieces in all grades and nine finer. CAC notes a fair market value of $1050 as reference, a gift at anywhere near this price. Acquired January 2006 via Larry Whitlow. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.2 (2004-2005) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4696.	Reserve: $1250	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1886-S MS67	PCGS 25679812	F-101 Gem	Exceptional Gem, Tied CAC Finest, Gerry Fortin Collection, Ex. Gardner A close to perfection gem with aesthetic appeal with Gardner pedigree. Soft golden-brown peripheral toning otherwise the surfaces are ever so lightly toned. Once again, the term "luster bomb" arrives to characterize the intense radiance and spinning cartwheel with angled lighting. The design elements are sharply defined with each side being impeccably preserved. In-hand auction lot viewing is strongly recommended for cultivating an appropriate bid as potentially superior to the Eliasberg specimen. F-101 with the second 8 digit centered under the pendant. Acquired February 2022 via private treaty. Previously Heritage Auctions, October 2014 Eugene Gardner Collection II Sale, Lot #98282 where it realized $8,813 as PCGS serial number 4598339. The reholdering under a different PCGS number and CAC approval brings the current CAC census in question as three are listed at the MS67 level with none finer. The CAC price guide suggests $8,250 as fair value. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4697.	Reserve: $8750	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1887 MS66	PCGS 50111478	F-110 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Thick granular frosted luster radiates on both sides with associated cartwheels being dramatic. Speckled orange-rose, yellow-gold, and sky-blue toning decorates the obverse while a more continuous rich gold adorns the reverse. The overall strike is well executed though the slight weakness at the top of the head is consistent with the die pairing. Yet another Fortin lot that has proven to be difficult to upgrade given the superior eye appeal and untouched surfaces. In-hand lot viewing is necessary to appreciate the premium gem qualities. F-110 with die cracks in the left reverse wreath. CAC notes 116 approved in all grades with six finer. Acquired August 2004 via Delaware Valley Rare Coins. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4698.	Reserve: $1250	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1887-S MS65	PCGS 21552355	F-108 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. An impeccable strike is promptly noted with completely defined device elements on this brilliantly frosted specimen. The cartwheel action is intriguing while olive-green, orange-rose and hints of gold are quite attractive. Accurately graded given two micro-ticks in the right obverse field. The 1887-S issue is a slightly better date in lofty Mint State grades. F-108 with a high level date and weak base above the 887 digits. Worthy of an auction lot viewing effort as the luster is quite convincing. The overall CAC census reports 63 approved with nine finer at the MS66 level. Bowers & Merena June 2010 Baltimore Sale, Lot #1844. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4699.	Reserve: $1100	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1888 MS66	PCGS 40049485	Unlisted Gem	Exceptional Gem, Potential Finest Known, Gerry Fortin Collection. Exceptional eye appeal with claims to finest known, this 1888 Philadelphia strike completes the listing of seven Gold CAC approved lots in the Fortin Collection. A simply amazing strike with sparkling luster overlaid with vivid blue-green and lemon-gold patination. The bright light presentation is extraordinary including swirling cartwheels. Purchased at the Heritage Auctions August 2007 Milwaukee ANA Sale, Lot #444 at MS67 money given the marvelous portrait with a CAC Gold bean validating that decision during late 2014. The CAC census lists two at the MS67 level with a fair price estimate of $7500. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder with Gold CAC approval. PCGS #4700.	Reserve: $6850	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1888-S MS66	PCGS 05911114	F-110 Gem	Tied Finest, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection, Ex. Bender, Gardner A conditional census specimen with Tom Bender and Eugene Gardner pedigrees. Thick satiny luster is prevalent with iridescent lavender-gold and aquamarine hues, while the surfaces are free of any noticeable imperfections. The strike is exquisite with fully detailed motifs throughout the front and back dies. Liberty's head and facial definition is quite noteworthy. A condition rarity despite a mintage of over 1.7 million. F-110 with high downward sloping date and Medium S mintmark. Surprisingly, the CAC census notes 24 approved in all grades with none finer. The CAC price guide lists $6,750 as fair market value. Heritage Auctions August 2022 U.S. Coins Signature Auction Sale, Lot #3780. Previously, Eugene Gardner Collection (Heritage Auctions, June 2014). Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. The label documents the Bender Collection pedigree. PCGS #4701.	Reserve: $5500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1889 MS67	PCGS 25215163	Unlisted Gem	Tied for Finest, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. This Philadelphia piece is a superb gem standout, and the overall eye appeal is hard to overstate. Vibrant rose-gold toning at the centers is encircled by similarly intense teal blue at the rims on the obverse while the reverse is more of a mottled teal and rose combination. The strike is sharply impressed with light die clashing, and the surfaces are absolutely stunning in quality. There is a lot to like here and consistent with the tied for finest known status at CAC. Simply a monumental coin that will add colorful pizzazz to any advanced collection. Stack's Bowers, August 2015 ANA U.S, Coins Auction Sale, Lot 305. Housed in PCGS Gen 5.0 (2015) Dupont hologram holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4702.	Reserve: $4500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1889-S MS64	PCGS 50014924	F-108 Choice	Near-Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Steely-frosted surfaces reveal light, golden patina with a few deeper shades at the rim, while the reverse is equally patinated. Bright light inspection notes a sharp brilliance and vibrant cartwheels. The strike is serrated with complete facial details and upper left reverse wheat grains, typical of Fortin's acquisition requirements. This lot requires in-hand inspection as there is upgrade potential. F-108, with an even date and the mintmark centered under the bow knot. The CAC pop report notes seven pieces in MS64, six coins in MS65, and two examples in MS66. The CAC price guide value is $1,400. This is a pleasing example for the money, attractively toned and reasonably close to the top of the census. Acquired November 2002 via Jason Carter. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4703.	Reserve: $1400	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1890 MS66	PCGS 05931338	F-112 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Frosted surfaces host varying shades of orange-gold with teal blue patina at the rims, and the eye appeal is immediately transfixing. Central devices are lighter, with the deepest shades at the borders, a favored scheme among aficionados of toned coins. Fully struck other than the pesky upper left reverse wheat grains. With angled lighting, vibrant cartwheels are noted along with a special reverse portrait. F-112 with a high downward sloping date. CAC notes 89 examples total, with twenty pieces in MS66 and eight finer. The CAC guide value is $1,050 though the special eye appeal warrants a premium. Acquired June 2007 via Pinnacle Rarities. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4704.	Reserve: $1450	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1890-S MS65	PCGS 12824073	F-103 Gem	Double Die Obverse, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Glistening frosted luster highlights a fully impressed strike, while the rotating cartwheels are undoubtedly pleasing. Speckled lavendar-gold toning is noted throughout with copper-rose at the borders while the surfaces are pristine. The overall presentation is noteworthy given a fully executed strike. F-103 with bold die doubling in multiple locations including the horizontal shield lines, throughout AMERICA, lower gown lines and below Liberty's foot. Utilized as the die variety plate coin within the Fortin online reference. The CAC census stands at 49 total with eight at MS65 and four finer. Acquired April 2008 via Pinnacle Rarities. The CAC price guide suggests $1,600 as fair market value. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4705.	Reserve: $1750	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1891 MS66	PCGS 38156413	F-106 Gem	Repunched Date, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. As the 1891 Philadelphia issue is one of the most common dates in the Seated dime series, the challenge was locating a truly special specimen is spectacular eye appeal. The journey led to an example with sparkling frosted radiance and swirling cartwheels coupled with a hammered obverse strike, including partial wire rims. The presentation is exquisite other than the upper left reverse wheat grains not being fully struck. Acquired May 2020 via the Newtown Collection. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4706.	Reserve: $1100	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1891-O MS66	PCGS 37380978	F-113 Gem	Tied CAC Finest, Repunched Date, Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. A medium streaked skin reveals olive-gold color across the obverse with more intense gold patina at the rims, while the reverse features a concentric ring presentation. Frosty luster is generous, as expected for the technical grade, and a light quickly activates rotating cartwheels. The strike is sharp, with partial wire rims and cuds at 9:00 on the obverse. F-113 with repunched 8 and 9 digits and die cracks while the left and right wreath devices. A marvelous specimen from a mintage of 4,540,000. CAC notes 79 coins total, eleven pieces in MS66 with none finer. Acquired July 2019 via David Sunshine Rare Coins. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #4707.	Reserve: $2750	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 10C	1891-S MS66	PCGS 5801959	F-116 Gem	Gem Original, Gerry Fortin Collection. Spinning cartwheels and blazing frosted luster are consistent with a higher grade rendering this old-time acquisition as an upgrade candidate. An acutely hammered strike leads to meticulously detailed motifs with subtle die polished lines across Liberty's breasts. Light gold in concentrated at the obverse rims and throughout the reverse. In hand inspection is suggested as this little lady provides exceptional eye appeal. F-116 with high level date and polished reverse die along with yet another plate coins within the Liberty Seated Dime online die variety reference. The CAC census notes 48 in all grades with nine MS66 and three finer. Acquired November 2005 via Darrell Low. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder with CAC Approval. PCGS #4708.	Reserve: $2500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1855-S With Arrows AU58	PCGS 19473955	WB-2 Choice	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Thick grey skin blankets both sides of the conditionally rare, first year of issue San Francisco piece. Emerald color is evident in the stars, while the rose-gray fields admit occasional deeper patina. A couple stars lack centers, while the individual claw joints are distinct. The 1855-S half is one of the key issues in the series, not at the level of the 1878-S, but easily taking second honors among the San Francisco pieces. CAC notes 18 coins across all grades, three pieces in AU58, and a single example finer, at MS61. PCGS has graded a single Mint State piece, at MS62. The CAC guide value is $17,300, while PCGS assigns a value of $20,000 in AU58. WB-2, with recut stars and weakness in the reverse shield verticals. Ex. Regency Auction 36 (Legend, January 2020), lot 195, at $14,100, and clearly an astute purchase on the part of the consignor. Note, reverse haze is on the holder. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.5 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6284.	Reserve: $18500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1869 MS64	PCGS 15386454	WB-1 Choice	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Frosty surfaces reveal traces of smoky patina at the rims of this example, but the first impression is that of a lustrous, untoned piece. A strong strike delivers textured stars and near complete detail in the feathers and claws. WB-1, with a low date. The 9 is centered above two dentils. Western silver discoveries had not yet reached the Philadelphia Mint, and production remained under a million pieces in this year, elevating this issue beyond a “type coin” pricing profile. This example further claims near-finest known status at CAC, which notes 47 pieces total, five coins in MS64, and two examples higher. The CAC price guide is $4,500. Ex. Boylston (Legend, Regency Auction 57, February 2023), lot 189, realized $5,405. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6325.	Reserve: $5500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1869-S AU55	PCGS 21018831	WB-1 Choice	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Dirty satiny luster blankets both sides, with the reverse a bit reflective. Deep russet and indigo shades are splashed throughout with more intensity southwest of the eagle. The strike is typical with most star points evident and the usual softness below the reverse shield. Three die pairs exist for this issue, with the WB-1 exhibiting a mintmark placed directly below the feather tip. A couple horizonal lines bisect Liberty's left arm with toning that blends into the surrounding area, an important consideration when evaluating originality. CAC notes 24 coins total, five pieces in AU55, and five examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $850. Ex. Seal Beach Collection (GFRC, April 2020), at $950. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6326.	Reserve: $950	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1870 MS65+	PCGS 50205117	WB-7 Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Satiny luster flows from brilliant centers, leading toward attractive rim toning with blue-green and russet patina evident in the stars and legend. The eye appeal is undeniable, and it is hard to imagine a more aesthetically pleasing piece for the grade. The strike is exceptional, with complete detail throughout. WB-7, with a reverse die lump between W and E. The 1870 half is a somewhat scarcer issue in the series, with less than a million pieces struck, but in this case the visual “pop” is the controlling factor, and the next owner will be justifiably proud. CAC has certified 32 pieces, with two coins in MS65 and none finer. PCGS has approved only one higher example, at MS67. The CAC guide value is $10,500. This coin is not inexpensive, but the combination of condition census placement and superb in-hand appeal is hard to beat. Ex. Heritage (August 2023, lot 3595), realized $12,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6327.	Reserve: $12500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1870-S MS62	PCGS 33054769	WB-1 Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Frosty silver surfaces host a light mist of crust on both sides. Nicely struck, with most of the claw joints clearly separated. In this case, the weak date and softer texture within Liberty’s gown are a function of die wear, as opposed to suboptimal strike pressure. Bugert notes only two obverse dies for the issue, which equates to more than a half a million strikes per die, an extremely high ratio among Liberty Seated issues. Nonetheless, the luster is all there for the grade, and this is an original, pleasing example. WB-1, with a weak date and small mintmark. CAC notes 25 coins total, one piece in MS62 (this coin), and six examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $4,650. Ex. GFRC (January 2020) at $3,700. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6329.	Reserve: $4500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1871 MS63	PCGS OGH 4761963	WB-7 Choice	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Brilliant surfaces reveal hints of russet and gold patina, along with smoky color in the legend. The obverse luster is frosty, while the reverse fields are more reflective. Obverse toning is less apparent in-hand than conveyed by the image. WB-7, with a reverse die crack connecting the arrowheads. CAC notes 41 coins total, three pieces in MS63, and eight examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $1,250. Ex. Heritage (February 2018, lot 4771), at $960. Housed in a PCGS Gen 3.1 (1993-1998) old green holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6330.	Reserve: $2000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1871-CC AU55	PCGS 90069609	WB-3 Choice	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Reflective luster with partially mirrored fields reveals old-time gray-silver toning with deeper shades around the stars. Proofilke strikes are not unusual in the Carson City series, so much so that one example of this issue has been described as a "one-sided proof." The smooth surfaces are exceptional for the grade and the strike is strong, with plain star points and distinct detail in the eagle feathers. CAC has certified a single piece in AU55 (the present coin), and only four in higher grades. The CAC price guide value is $14,400, advancing to $23,000 in AU58. This is a rare opportunity - pieces like this tend to fall into "strong hands" and rarely see the light of day. This is not an inexpensive piece, but the combination of rarity and quality is elusive, and extraordinary coins such as this example will always draw significant attention and jealous looks from other collectors. Ex. Seal Beach Collection (GFRC, April 2020), at $14,250. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.1 (2002-2004) holder. PCGS #6331.	Reserve: $15000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1871-S MS64	PCGS 36683754	WB-8 Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. This is an exceptionally original piece, and the overall appeal is not fully conveyed by the images. Smoky gray and olive patina fills the protected areas, while the silver fields reveal hair-line free, antique surfaces. Luster is consistent with the grade and readily rotates through the medium skin. This piece sold at a premium to the guide value in the 2018, and a quick inspection under a glass quickly justifies the “push” necessary to acquire a premium quality example. WB-8, with a centered date and small, wide mintmark slightly tilted to the right. CAC notes 51 coins total, with a single piece in MS64 (the present offering) and four examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $2,850. Ex. GFRC (December 2018), at $4,400. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6332.	Reserve: $4250	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1872 MS65+	PCGS 81108530	WB-6 Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Blazing surfaces reveal hints of maroon color at the rim, and the overall flash of this GFRC rated-Gem example is considerable. Fully brilliant fields exhibit only a few ticks, consistent with the grade. Abundant luster is frosty, with some reflectivity evident as the coin is tilted. The strike is complete, with strong details on both sides. WB-6, with the date punched noticeably to the right. Collecting is always a matter of taste – some numismatists prefer colorful silver coins while others are fanatics about strong strikes. The visual “pop” of the present offering will especially appeal to those for whom luster is the primary attribute of interest. CAC has certified 30 coins in all grades, two pieces in MS65, and two example finer, both in MS66. The CAC price guide is $8,250, advancing to $12,000 in MS66. Ex. Boylston (Legend, Regency Auction 44, April 2021), lot 57, realized $9,106.25. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6333.	Reserve: $9500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1872-CC AU55	PCGS 25628423	WB-5 Choice	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Charcoal patina fills the protected areas, creating pleasing contrast with the lighter color of the high points. The stars and legend host the most intense color, with olive, gold, and deep gray shades evident. WB-5, with a low date and large mintmark sloping down. Strike is typical, with weakness in the eagle’s left leg. Carson City coinage is among the most popular within the Liberty Seated series, featuring low production figures and evoking the milieu of the Old West. While San Francisco was a bustling port city, Carson City was a relative backwater in the Sierra Nevada range. Coinage was not easily produced and required a high degree of manual labor, as the silver ore was extracted and transported to the Mint only with great difficulty. CAC notes 34 coins total, two pieces in AU55, and two examples finer, both in MS63. The CAC guide value is $7,200. Ex. Seal Beach Collection (GFRC, April 2020), at $9,500. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6334.	Reserve: $11000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1872-S MS65	PCGS 81939446	WB-1 Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. This wildly reflective half is a multi-colored headlight and reveals a full spectrum of color atop the prooflike surfaces. A golden obverse skin hosts blue-green and russet shades while the reverse exhibits rings of violet and blue, leading to gold rims. The obverse represents the very definition of "skin," which has the appearance of a foil that one might peel back. Apart from a few light marks in the right obverse field, the surfaces are near-perfect. WB-1, with the 1 in the date centered over three dentils, while the mintmark is small and wide. A strong strike completely defines the stars. PCGS reports three examples in MS65 with a single MS66+ piece finer. CAC notes 20 pieces total, two coins at MS65 (including this) and two examples at MS66. The CAC price guide value is $17,300. While collectors may alternately be drawn toward either Mint State or proof formats, this colorful, flashy piece is a reminder that business strikes can come with highly prooflike finish. Ex. Branch Mint Collection (GFRC, July 2021), at $21,105. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6335.	Reserve: $20000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1873 With Arrows MS64+	PCGS 19846534	- Gem	With Arrows, Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Ex. Dick Osburn. Exceptional frost flows from the silver-gray surfaces of this With Arrows example. The eye appeal is strong, and the GFRC Gem rating is easily merited. Stars above Liberty are soft, while the feather detail is more distinct. CAC records 60 coins in all grades, 12 pieces at MS64, and two examples finer, both in MS66. The CAC guide value is $4,200 in MS64, rising to $12,000 in MS65. Ex. Regency Auction 57 (Legend, February 2023), lot 193, at $4,465, previously from the Dick Osburn Collection (Stack’s Bowers, August 2011), lot 7113, at $8,050. The Osburn auction result suggests that at least two bidders considered the piece upgrade-worthy, and, while we agree with the stated grade, the visual “pop” of this piece is compelling. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. The label documents the Dick Osburn Collection pedigree. PCGS #6343.	Reserve: $5000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1873 No Arrows, Closed 3 AU50	PCGS 20996355	WB-4 Choice	No Arrows, Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Light crust outlines the protected areas of this Closed 3 example, while medium rose-gray centers lead toward pleasing blue-green color at the rims. Although not excessively rare, these coins were produced for only a short time at the beginning of 1873, before the Mint realized that the 3 in the date more closely resembled an 8. WB-4, with the date far to the right and a clash in the lower right portion of the reverse shield. CAC notes 32 coins total, three examples in AU50, and 14 pieces finer. The CAC price guide value is $525. This is a solid collector coin at the stated level, scarce with original preservation and featuring the “closed 3” numeral punch. Ex. Heritage (August 2023, lot 27236), realized $720. Housed in PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6336.	Reserve: $550	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1873-CC With Arrows MS63	PCGS 36940280	WB-8 Choice	With Arrows, Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Reflective luster emerges from the medium skin, highlighting the maroon and gold patina at the rims. The strike is complete, with sharp star centers and distinct claw knuckles. WB-8, with errant digits in the dentils, and a large, level mintmark. The Carson City Mint struck both No Arrows and With Arrows types in this year, and although the No Arrows pieces are a bit scarcer, both issues were struck in low quantities. PCGS notes 228 pieces total, 2 coins at MS63, and five examples finer. The PCGS price guide value in MS63 is $20,000. Mint State examples are not often encountered, and PCGS Coin Facts indicates a “market velocity” of approximately two appearances of Mint State coins per year. The appeal of the CC mintmark is strong, and such examples are highly prized by collectors. Ex. GFRC (February 2019), at $17,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6344.	Reserve: $17000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1873-CC No Arrows VF35	PCGS 19319102	WB-1 Choice	No Arrows, Choice Original, Newtown Collection, Ex. Dick Osburn. Coin gray surfaces betray only honest wear, and the fields are smooth for the grade. Light crust outlines the stars and legend, while the recessed areas of the reverse shield exhibit uniform charcoal patina. WB-1, with a high mintmark. The 1 is not repunched, as on the WB-2. As is typical for early Carson City coinage, production was minimal in this year, with 122,500 examples of the No Arrows type struck. This issue circulated heavily, with most survivors coming in low grades. Indeed, the present coin is remarkably advanced in the CAC census, with just 12 pieces finer. CAC has certified 35 coins in all grades, including five examples in VF35. The CAC price guide value is $3,750. Ex. Dick Osburn (not included in the Stack’s Bowers August 2011 sale of the Osburn collection). Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6338.	Reserve: $3750	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1873-S With Arrows AU58	PCGS 21832402	WB-1 Original	Original, Newtown Collection. Silver-gray patina covers both sides, with lighter color evident in the protected areas of the obverse. This is a sharply struck piece with textured stars and well-defined claw joints. A few hairlines in the right field preclude CAC certification. WB-1, the only die pair for this issue, with the date placed to the right and a small mintmark punched high and to the left. Apart from the Carson City examples, this is the scarcest of the With Arrows issues, with a mintage under a quarter million pieces. Apart from the absolute rarity, populations narrow even further when approaching Mint State, as the PCGS census readily demonstrates. PCGS has approved 126 pieces total, including five coins at AU58 and nine examples at the Mint State level. The PCGS price guide value is $3,500. Ex. New Jersey Collection (GFRC, December 2017), at $3,550. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.2 (2004-2005) holder. PCGS #6345.	Reserve: $3500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1874 With Arrows MS66	PCGS 4943398	- Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Medium crust reveals pleasing blue green patina at the rims and within the protected areas. The deepest color resides as the rims, while the fields are lighter. Ample luster is consistent with the assigned grade, and the overall eye appeal is exceptional. Most of the star centers are evident, while a couple claw joints to the left blend together. The Mint added arrows to the subsidiary silver denominations in 1873 and 1874 to indicate a weight change to a metric standard, in this case an even 12.50 grams vs. the 12.44-gram standard previously in place. The two-year With Arrows type is widely pursued by type coin collectors, adding additional pressure to an issue already pursued by date and mintmark collectors. The present coin would easily fit in a world-class type set, bested by only the fewest of examples. CAC notes 69 coins in all grades, four examples in MS66, and two pieces higher, both at MS67. PCGS reflects similarly challenging data, with eight examples at MS66, one coin in MS67, and the MS67+ Hansen collection piece. The CAC guide value is $26,400, while PCGS indicates a value of $42,500. Ex. GFRC (August 2023), at $37,000. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.0 (1998-2002) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6346.	Reserve: $34000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1874-CC MS63	PCGS 25399807	WB-3 Choice	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Along with the 1870-CC and 1878-CC, the 1874-CC is one of the keys to Carson City half dollar set. Few pieces survived from the small mintage of 59,000 pieces and today examples in all grades are highly prized. This piece exhibits even, medium gray toning, with hints of gold, russet, and blue more evident as the coin is tilted under a light. Moderate cartwheel radiates from both sides, a touch more actively on the reverse. WB-3, with a die lump below the curl and a diagonal die line through (STAT)ES. The mintmark is small with close spacing and slopes upward. Well struck with star centers evident and typical softness in the left claws. CAC has approved 47 coins total, a single piece in MS63 (the present coin), two examples at MS64, and a single coin at MS65. PCGS reports three higher pieces in MS64, one coin in MS65 and one example in MS66. The CAC price guide value is $37,400 while PCGS is a tick higher at $37,500. The significance of this offering is hard to overstate, as Carson City pieces are among the most desirable issues in the Seated series. This piece combines the all-important CC mintmark with key date status and a strong technical grade. As if that were not enough, CAC endorses this example as premium for the grade. The new owner of this special coin will be exceptionally pleased. Ex. GFRC (August 2021), at $35,000, previously from the Milford Collection (Heritage 1/2011, lot 5565), realized $26,450. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.5 (2012-2013) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6347.	Reserve: $37500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1874-S MS64	PCGS 25698095	WB-2 Choice	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection. The two-year With Arrows type is a must have for U.S. type collectors, and even lower graded pieces command a premium over “common date” pricing. This example is most decidedly not in the “lower grade” category, with only three pieces finer at CAC. Original, silver-steel silver surfaces are hairline-free and smooth for the grade. Nicely struck, with most of the star centers well-defined. WB-2, a distinctive variety with an oddly placed, filled-in mintmark. Note, the reverse lines across the ribbon are planchet roller marks, as struck. CAC has certified 11 pieces, one coin in MS64 (the present offering), and three examples finer. The CAC price guide value in MS64 is $6,600, while PCGS quotes $10,000 in the same grade. Given the advanced placement in the condition census, the next owner will be justifiably proud with the acquisition of this With Arrows example. Ex. Boylston (Legend, Regency Auction 57, February 2023), lot 199, realized $10,575. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6348.	Reserve: $10000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1875 MS65	PCGS 19696072	- Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Blue-green and russet patina fill the rims of the GFRC-rated Gem example, complemented by frosty luster, and the aesthetic appeal is strong. Protected areas exhibit similar aqua color, contrasting with silver centers. The stars are well-defined, while a couple of the claw knuckles blend together. CAC notes 95 pieces total, 11 coins in MS65, and three examples finer, all at MS66. The CAC price guide value is $4,100 in MS65. Ex. Heritage (February 2019, lot 4048), at $3,360, an astute purchase decision that we expect will be rewarded in the current sale. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.4 (2005-2011) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6349.	Reserve: $3850	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1876-CC MS62	PCGS Rattler 9099127	WB-2 Choice	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. The lustrous surfaces of this Centennial-dated piece are reflective, as is often seen with high-grade Carson City coinage. Brilliant centers give way to thick blue-green and russet color at the rims, and the aesthetic appeal is wholesome. The strike is complete, with sharply defined stars. WB-2, with a die crack connecting the left stars and a large, level mintmark, while the date exhibits a slight upward slope. CAC has approved 45 coins total, six pieces in MS62, and 16 examples finer. The CAC guide value is $3,900. The allure of the Carson City mintmark is powerful, and when combined with eye appeal and a strong technical grade, a compelling offering is made. Ex. Great Collections (October 2021), at $4,124.25. Housed in a PCGS Gen 1.2 (1986-1989) old rattler holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6353.	Reserve: $4150	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1877-CC MS66	PCGS 81340169	WB-15 Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Strong originality is the hallmark of this GFRC-rated Gem Carson City example, which exhibits hairline free, antique silver surfaces. Frosty luster booms through the medium skin, and a light quickly activates swirling cartwheels. Olive and grey patina mix into the protected areas, and the overall eye appeal is exceptional. WB-15, with a die crack at the date and a medium, level mintmark. CAC notes 81 pieces in all grades, three coins in MS66, and a single example finer in MS67. The CAC guide value is $11,200. With only the lone MS67 piece higher, this example is a prize that combines the all-important CC mintmark with a high degree of originality. Ex. Regency Auction 44, (Legend, April 2021), lot 72, realized $11,162.50. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6356.	Reserve: $11200	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1878 MS66+	PCGS 81874149	- Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Blazing luster flows from the surfaces of this frosty Philadelphia piece. The visual “pop” is exceptional, and the piece attracts the eye quickly, even when displayed among a group of high-grade examples. Brilliant fields reveal a swath of maroon-russet color at stars 10-13, with the reverse marked by tan and aqua patina about the legend. The obverse is hammered, while the reverse exhibits characteristic softness at the eagle’s left leg. The left side of the first 8 is weak, matching the “wimpy 8” obverse depicted in Wiley & Bugert’s 1993 reference, The Complete Guide to Liberty Seated Half Dollars. CAC notes 40 pieces total, with four examples in MS65, two coins in MS66, and single piece finer in MS67. The CAC price guide value is $18,000. Ex. Heritage (June 2020, lot 3073), realized $11,100. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6358.	Reserve: $14500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1878-CC MS63	PCGS 45062666	WB-1 Choice	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Reddish-copper patina mixes into the protected areas of this frosty Carson City example, with the deepest shades present at the rims. A band of silver color on the reverse suggests long term storage in an envelope. Surfaces are frosty and the overall eye appeal is wholesome. WB-1, the only die pair for the issue, with the date punched far to the left and an uneven mintmark. Nicely struck, with defined star centers and most of the claw joint detail evident. Among the Carson City halves, the 1878-CC stands near the top in terms of scarcity, tied with the 1874-CC but not quite as rare as the 1870-CC issue. The “CC” Seated half set consists of ten coins, including both the No Arrows and With Arrows types for 1873, and, to say the least, the acquisition of the present coin would represent a most promising start on such a set. CAC has approved 37 pieces in all grades, one example in MS63 (the present offering), and five coins finer. The CAC guide value is $24,200. This is the PCGS Coin Facts plate coin. Ex. Stack’s Bowers (August 2020, lot 7060), realized $20,400. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6359.	Reserve: $22500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1879 MS66	PCGS 29250361	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. The half dollar run from 1879-1890 forms a series of low production issues, with the highest mintage, 12,001 pieces, occurring in 1888. While many examples were saved at the time of release, the low mintage figures are hard to resist, and these remain popular with collectors today. For those contemplating building such a set, the present sale offers several possibilities, and buyers will do well to consider the various offerings. This 1879 example reveals marbled luster that highlights varied shades of maroon, grey, and tan patina. Stars are sharply impressed, while some of the details in the eagle’s left leg blends together. CAC notes 87 coins across all grades, 16 pieces in MS66, and 14 examples finer, all at MS67. The CAC price guide value is $5,800. Ex. Heritage (August 2022, lot 4528), at $5,040. Housed in a PCGS Gen 5.0 holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6361.	Reserve: $6000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1880 MS65+	PCGS 80687135	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Smoky gold patina covers reflective surfaces, and the contrast between the icy figure of Liberty and the prooflike fields is compelling. The stars emerge strongly from the flan, while some of the claw joints are less distinct. The 1878 Bland-Allison Act caused much of the Mint capacity to be diverted to Morgan dollar production, and subsequent production of quarters and half dollars was minimal for the following decade. The Mint produced just 8,400 half dollars in this year, and this piece is one of the finest survivors recognized with CAC certification. CAC records 42 pieces total, nine examples in MS65, and nine coins finer. The CAC price guide value is $4,950. Ex. Pinnacle Rarities. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6382.	Reserve: $5350	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1881 MS66+	PCGS 33452644	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Attractive, multi-colored toning covers the reflective surfaces of this GFRC-rated Gem example, and the eye appeal is strong. Fields and central devices host mixed grey and blue-green patina, while the rims reveal russet and maroon shades. The strike is typical with some softness in the eagle’s left leg. In-hand viewing is more compelling than conveyed by the images, and the next owner will be pleased. One cannot have enough coins like this! CAC notes 42 coins in all grades, six pieces in MS66, and three examples in MS67. The CAC guide value is $7,500 in MS66, advancing to $15,000 in MS67. Ex. Witter Coin. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6383.	Reserve: $12500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1882 MS65	PCGS 25679998	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Thick skin reveals tannish-brown patina on both sides, with the deepest color at the rims. Additional plum shades are evident beneath the eagle. Most of the claw knuckles exhibit separation, if faintly so. The 2 in the date is distinctly shaped, with the lower right serif nearly touching the upper loop. The Philadelphia Mint produced just 4,400 pieces in this year, the lowest total within the 1879-1890 run, tied with the 1884 issue. With many saved by contemporary collectors, survivors are apt to be in higher grades, but this example still stands near the top. CAC has certified 10 coins at the offered grade. The PCGS price guide value is $5,500 as reference. Ex. Eye Appealing Coins. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder. PCGS #6366.	Reserve: $4500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1883 MS64	PCGS 83906411	Choice	Eye Appeal of Higher Grade, Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Reflective surfaces host icy central figures, and the cameo effect is immediately apparent. Ample frost on Liberty and the eagle is complemented by intense color at the rims, with tannish-russet and blue-green patina evident. The head and stars are sharp, while the feathers of the left leg are a touch soft. The Newtown consignor generally selected examples graded MS65 or finer for the late-date (1879-1890) half dollar run, but the visual appeal of this MS64 piece easily warranted making an exception. CAC notes 35 examples across all grades, five pieces in MS64, and 11 coins higher. The CAC guide value is $3,300. Ex. Executive Coin Company. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6365.	Reserve: $3300	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1884 MS66	PCGS 25041307	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Frosty obverse luster pairs with more reflective flash on the reverse, and one can imagine the coiner lightly polishing the reverse die just prior to striking this piece. The obverse reveals greenish-olive patina framed by intense russet color at the stars, while the reverse exhibits more uniform evergreen shade throughout. The head is completely detailed, while the area beneath the reverse shield is somewhat soft. The Philadelphia Mint coined just 4,400 pieces in this year, a quantity tied with the 1882 issue as the lowest production total during the 1879-1890 low mintage run. CAC has approved 48 pieces total, seven coins in MS66, and eight examples finer. The CAC guide value is $7,500. Ex. Oregon Beaver Collection (GFRC, March 2022), at $8,500. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6366.	Reserve: $7500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1885 MS66+	PCGS 37581583	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection, Ex. D.L. Hansen Medium skin reveals gray-rose color in the fields with more intense blue and gold patina at the rims. Frosty luster is generous, as expected for the technical grade, and a light quickly activates the cartwheels. Stars are sharp, while characteristic softness is evident beneath the reverse shield. CAC notes 31 coins total, two pieces in MS66, and two examples higher, both in MS67. The CAC guide value is $9,000 in MS66, rising to $13,000 in MS67. Purchased from GFRC (January 2023), at $13,000, previously from the D. L. Hansen Collection. Not surprisingly, D. L. Hansen retained a finer coin, a PCGS MS67+ piece with CAC approval. The flip side is that with the Hansen coin off the market for the foreseeable future, the availability of the best coins becomes even thinner. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. The holder features a special D.L. Hansen Collection label with a reverse bar code. PCGS #6367.	Reserve: $12500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1886 MS63	PCGS 34973082	Choice	Choice Original, Newtown Collection. Proof-like mirrors contrast with the frosty central devices, and the eye appeal is immediately apparent. Intense ebon color at the rims complements the “black and white” appearance that results from a tilt under a light. A couple stars above the head are soft, while the reverse detail beneath the shield is more sharply defined. CAC has certified 35 coins in all grades, three pieces in MS63, and 17 examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $2,250, a reasonable price point given the overall aesthetic appeal. Ex. Heritage (February 2018, lot 4800), realized $1,860. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6368.	Reserve: $2250	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1887 MS67	PCGS 46819680	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Deep mirrors are the hallmark of this GFRC-rated Gem example, and the impression of the reflectivity is reinforced when tilting the piece under a light. Ice-white frost covers Liberty, creating visceral contrast with the watery fields, while the rims reveal scattered crimson patina. The overall flash is compelling, as expected at the MS67 level, and it is hard to imagine that the piece has lost the slightest bit of visual “pop” since it came off the dies. The top of the head and star 7 are soft, while nearly all reverse elements are distinct. CAC notes 33 coins across all grades, with five pieces in MS67 and none higher. PCGS notes six examples in MS67 and a single coin at MS67+. The CAC price guide is at $15,800, while PCGS designates a value of $25,000. Ex. GFRC (August 2023), at $27,500. Tied for finest known at CAC, this piece is surely destined for an advanced collection. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6369.	Reserve: $25000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1888 MS66+	PCGS 25686012	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Rich blue patina frames the plum-gray centers of this late-date Philadelphia piece, and the strong, frosty luster easily shines through the medium skin. Surfaces are blatantly original, and the CAC certification is easily merited. The overall eye appeal is exceptional, and the next owner will enjoy showing this coin to other (no doubt jealous) collectors. Strike is typical, with a couple flat stars and a few claw joints joining together. CAC has approved 59 pieces in all grades, 14 examples in MS66, and seven coins in MS67. The CAC guide value is $7,200 and MS66 and rises to $14,400 in MS67. The upper four-figure price is not a trivial matter for most collectors, but such a combination of scarcity, luster, originality, and aesthetic appeal rarely comes cheaply. Ex. Rare Coin Wholesalers. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6370.	Reserve: $8250	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1889 MS66	PCGS 03589910	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. This Philadelphia piece was a standout during the cataloger’s lot viewing, and the overall eye appeal is hard to overstate. Stone original fields host golden-brown patina with hints of rose color, while the rims are encircled by attractive blue-green bands. Gem luster is immediately obvious, and a light source quickly creates cartwheels that radiate through the medium skin. There is a lot to like here, consistent with the near-finest known status CAC. A field mark inside of star 13 holds back the technical grade. Stars are sharp while detail at the eagle’s left leg is softer. CAC notes 47 examples across all grades, five pieces in MS66, and a single coin finer at MS66+. The CAC price guide value is $10,800. Ex. Witter Coin. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6371.	Reserve: $10500	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1890 MS65	PCGS 25010814	Gem	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Reflective surfaces host varied patina, with plum-rose, evergreen, tan, and silver color evident as the coin is tilted in-hand. The 1890 issue completes the low mintage Philadelphia run (1879-1890), with only 12,000 pieces struck in this year. While pieces were saved in higher proportion than other Seated halves, especially branch Mint issues, survivors at elevated grades remain legitimately scarce. Typically struck, with weak detail at the eagle’s left leg. CAC has certified 35 pieces total, five coins in MS65, and ten examples finer. The CAC guide value is $4,950. Ex. GFRC (March 2021), at $4,500. Housed in a PCGS Gen 4.6 (2013-2014) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6372.	Reserve: $4950	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th
	Seated 50C	1891 MS64	PCGS 36093412	Choice	Near-Gem Original, Newtown Collection. Aqua crust outlines the figure of Liberty, with deeper brown colors evident around the stars and date. The reverse is nearly brilliant, with tan and smoky chestnut shades at the legend. The strike is typical, with feathers at the left leg less distinct. Fields are original and hairline-free, as the CAC certification attests. The Mint resumed a larger production of Seated halves in this year, but the overall total, 200,000 pieces, remains on the low side as compared to other Philadelphia issues. CAC notes 61 pieces total, eight coins in MS64, and 22 examples finer. The CAC price guide value is $1,950. Ex. GFRC (December 2020), at $1,750. Housed in a PCGS Gen 6.0 (2015-2020) holder with CAC approval. PCGS #6373.	Reserve: $2000	Auction Opens 9:00pm Saturday May 10th