1830 Proof Large Cent, 1912 Saint PCGS MS-65+ CAC, Treasury Serial #1 from Kentucky...
Welcome to this week's Top Ten List from GreatCollections, for our Sunday, March 2nd auctions. Another multi-million dollar selection of coins and paper money covering all most every area of numismatics.
Atop the list this week is the 1830 Matron Cent Proof - Proofs are extremely rare, and this is from the famous Naftzger collection.
In the world of Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles, the 1912 doesn't immediately come to mind as a scarce coin - what makes this coin special is that it's graded PCGS MS-65+ with CAC approval. Only a few grade higher with CAC approval and all are in long-term collections.
Silver Commemorative collectors will love the 1915-S Panama-Pacific Half Dollar graded PCGS MS-68. Aside from how
Three more highlights from the Coronado Collection of Red Seal Serial #1 National Banknotes include the Treasury Serial #1 (and Serial #1) from Kentucky.
And although these ten auctions might be perfect for what you're looking for, please be aware that this is only a tiny percentage of the whole auction. Each week, GreatCollections auctions over 5,000 certified coins and banknotes! So, if you don't see anything of interest below, be sure to browse our categories or view all upcoming auctions.
Happy collecting!
- Ian
![[1893-S Morgan Silver Dollar PCGS VF-25 (CAC Green)]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1764755-3.jpg)
Number 10:
The 1893-S Morgan dollar is widely regarded as the rarest and most desirable issue in the series, with only about 10,000 survivors remaining from its original 100,000-coin mintage. This particular CAC-approved example displays smooth, unproblematics surfaces and even color throughout, this is an ideal acquisition for the discerning Registry collector.
Sold for $9,843.75 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (38 Bids)
Number 9:
Struck around 254–252 B.C. during the Ptolemaic Kingdom, this impressive gold octodrachm (27.74g) features the veiled bust of Arsinoe II on the obverse and a double cornucopia on the reverse. NGC has graded it AU with a perfect 5/5 strike and a 2/5 surface for hairlines, highlighting its crisp detail despite some evidence of handling. A rare and historically significant piece, highlights and celebrates the power of the queen in the Ptolemaic Egypt.
Sold for $19,131.75 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (22 Bids)
Number 8:
From the Larry Shepherd Collection of Proof Indian Cents, this 1894 example (with a mintage of 2,632) displays exceptionally distinctive toning, featuring predominantly red hues on the obverse accented by touches of blue and purple, while the reverse center radiates vivid purple and blue highlights (Seen here in its
GreatPhoto). With only minimal blemishes and a strong strike, it exhibits remarkable eye appeal.
Sold for $4,951.12 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (37 Bids)
Number 7:
Tied for top population with just two other MS-68 Full Band examples at PCGS, this 1949 Roosevelt Dime boasts an exceptional strike and vibrant album toning with iridescent rainbow color. It is notably scarce in the coveted Full Band designation, especially when compared to the roughly 1,800 non-FB examples versus the roughly 200 Full Bands graded by PCGS.
Sold for $9,990.00 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (15 Bids)
Number 6:
Beautifully toned with iridescent olive, pinkish-gold, and touches of violet accents over sandy-silver fields, this 1822 Capped Bust Half Dollar (Overton-106) is graded MS-65 by PCGS and bears CAC approval. It's intensely lustrous, fully struck, strong eye appeal, make it a premier selection for both advanced type collectors and dedicated Capped Bust half enthusiasts.
Sold for $15,863.62 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (39 Bids)
Number 5:
This 2014-P Australia Great Barrier Reef $200 Gold Coin (KM-2181), struck by the Perth Mint, contains two ounces of pure gold and has been certified First Strike PCGS Proof-70 DCAM. With a mintage of just 200, this coin boasts flawless surfaces and exceptional cameo contrast.
Sold for $7,031.25 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (23 Bids)
Number 4:
The 1915-S Panama-Pacific Exposition Half Dollar was struck to honor the opening of the Panama Canal and the exposition in San Francisco. This example sits among the select few graded MS-68 or higher by PCGS, showcasing extraordinary rainbow target toning on the obverse that enhances its already impressive luster. With virtually pristine surfaces and an outstanding strike, it is among a small elite few of conditional rarities for this special commemorative issue.
Sold for $40,500.00 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (84 Bids)
![[Fr. 613 Paintsville, Kentucky 1902 The Paintsville National Bank $10 Red Seal Note Bank...]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1641485-1.jpg)
Number 3:
From the Coronado Collection of Serial Number One Red Seal National Banknotes, this $10 Red Seal, from the first sheet issued—stands as the only known Red Seal example of this denomination in the census for Paintsville. Graded AU 53, it boasts pen-signed, boldly embossed surfaces, exceptional color, vivid signatures, and outstanding paper quality. This is also the Treasury Serial #1 - an important Trophy note.
Sold for $132,750.00 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (40 Bids)
Number 2:
Renowned as a challenging date to locate in true Gem condition, this 1912 Gold Double Eagle displays an extraordinarily sharp strike, radiant luster, and rich gold color—placing it among the finest surviving examples. Formerly part of the Simpson Collection and now in a custom PCGS label for the Half Dome Collection, its CAC approval further underscores its status as an elite superb Gem of this elusive date.
Sold for $51,075.00 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (72 Bids)
And Number 1:
Only four Proof examples of this variety reside in private hands, and this ranks as the finest certified by PCGS and also bears a green CAC sticker. Its lustrous surfaces feature vibrant iridescence with blues, violets, and greens throughout, enhanced by faint traces of mint red near the protected areas. Exceptionally well struck, the coin displays razor-sharp detail on all of the design elements.
Sold for $64,687.50 (incl. Buyer's Fee) (59 Bids)
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After a very busy ANA Money Show in Atlanta, our next show will be the Whitman Baltimore Expo. Really looking forward to that show.
![[Ancient Ptolemaic Kingdom, Arsinoe II (Died c.270-268 B.C.) c.254-252 B.C. Gold Octodrachm...]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1759084-4.jpg)
![[1894 Indian Cent PCGS Proof-66 RB (Toned)]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1722741-3.jpg)
![[1949 Roosevelt Dime PCGS MS-68 FB (Toned)]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1675364-3.jpg)
![[1822 Capped Bust Half Dollar PCGS MS-65 (CAC Green) (Toned)]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1227020-3.jpg)
![[Australia 2014-P Gold $200 Great Barrier Reef KM-2181 First Strike PCGS Proof-70 DCAM (AGW...]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1665506-3.jpg)
![[1915-S Panama-Pacific Exposition Half Dollar PCGS MS-68 (Toned)]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1745954-3.jpg)
![[1912 Saint-Gaudens Gold Double Eagle PCGS MS-65+ (CAC Green) (Ex. Simpson & Half Dome)]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1751187-3.jpg)
![[1830 Matron Cent Newcomb 10 PCGS Proof-65 BN (CAC Green) (Toned) (Naftzger Collection)]](https://photos.greatcollections.com/thumb140w/2x/1760751-4.jpg)