SLOTKIN FAMILY TRUST BARBER PROOF SET
1911

Owner Comments:

1911 25C PR68 Ultra Cameo NGC. As the Mint experimented with proof finishes in the early years of the 20th century, silver proofs displayed a shift from the frosted devices that prevailed in the 1800s to semi-brilliance across the features. As a result, far fewer proof specimens display the bold contrast that is prized by collectors today.
The spectacular example offered here is one of the fortunate few. Both sides show deep mirrors that show slight silver-gray and rose-tan accents at the margins. The portrait and eagle are decisively struck with moderate to heavy frost, and the overall visual appeal is amazing. Even under magnification, one can find only a handful of infinitesimal flaws. One of the most important and attractive pieces from this issue of just 543 coins. Census: 4 in 68 Ultra Cameo, 0 finer (1/08).