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The J. Perry Collection of US Issues: Identical Type/Date/Grade/Variety Sub-Sets

Category:  Varieties
Owner:  Siah
Last Modified:  2/10/2022
Set Description
Attempting to create precise comparisons of various US coinage issues, tokens, So-Called Half-Dollars, So-Called Dollars, medals and tokens in identical types, dates, grades and/or varieties -- others in simply identical date and type sets without identical grades (i.e.1880 PF/MS 3CN's). I feel this gives an extensive specimen comparison of US coinage/exonumia history with a unique collecting process to reveal similarities and differences between each specific specimen in their format of identical type, date, grade and/or variety.

Further, I am a native Coloradan, hence the CO specimens included. The year 1988 was chosen for various types because it is my birth-year. The personalization of coin-collecting is what I truly love about the hobby.

Set Goals
Adding as many type-date-grade-variety sets as I can possibly complete with the limited resources/budget I have as a recent college undergrad collecting as a hobby in my free time.

Slot Name
Origin/Country
Item Description
Full Grade
Owner Comments
Pics
View Coin 1909 Indian Cent MS/PF-63 Red-Brown Set United States 1C 1909 INDIAN NGC MS 63 RB Nearly Full RED (NGC Pop = 178)
View Coin 1909 Indian Cent MS/PF-63 Red-Brown Set United States 1C 1909 PCGS PF 63 RB Choice PROOF (PCGS Pop = 56; 100 Finer)
View Coin 1942 Lincoln Wheat Cent MS/PF-65 Red Set United States 1C 1942 PCGS PF 65 RD Brilliant Gem PROOF -- *Superb Eye-Appeal; Brilliant Silky Orange Mirrored Fields; Exceptional Strike/Detail; Light Swirling Waves of Various Shades of Apricot, Peach, Light-Burgundy, Rose-Pink and Fuchsia-Purple Toning* (PCGS Pop = 499; 106 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 2485 - NGC Pop = 263; 77 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 1560 - Combined Pop = 762; 183 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 4,045: Rarity Level 4.2 = ~3501-4000 Known Survivors in PF-65 or Better) Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1942 Lincoln Wheat Cent MS/PF-65 Red Set United States 1C 1942 PCGS MS 65 RD Brilliant Gem -- *A Gorgeous, Evenly Lustrous Bright Red Example w/ Minimal Contact Marks - Difficult To Obtain Examples Without Dings/Distracting Marks* (PCGS Pop = 570; 2000 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 2746 - NGC Pop = 469; 2111 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 2613 - Combined Pop = 1039; 4111 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 5359: Rarity Level 3.8 = 5501-6000 Known Survivors in MS-65 or Better) Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1880 Three-Cent Nickel MS/PF Type Set United States 3CN 1880 NGC PF 63 PROOF -- *Key-Date* Brilliant Swirls of Deep Sapphire, Violet, Beige & Gold Toning Obv./Rev. (NGC Pop = 38 - PCGS Pop = 78: Rarity Level 4.4 = ~2501-3000 Known Survivors in PF-60 to PF-64) Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1880 Three-Cent Nickel MS/PF Type Set United States 3CN 1880 PCGS F 15 *Key-Date* NGC Quote: "Circulated examples are quite rare, gems disproportionately available in relation to overall #'s." (PCGS Pop = 4; 265 Finer - NGC Pop = 3; 194 Finer: Rarity Level 5.0 = ~951-1000 Known Survivors in All Grades) Designated "Rare"
View Coin 1905 Liberty V Nickel MS/PF-64 Set United States 5C 1905 PCGS PF 64 Choice PROOF+ -- *Brilliant Blast-White Cameo Appearance, Deep Mirrored Fields* (PCGS Pop = 210; 144 Finer - NGC Pop = 147; 211 Finer: Rarity Level 4.7 = ~1501-1750 Known Survivors in PR-60 to PR-64) Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1905 Liberty V Nickel MS/PF-64 Set United States 5C 1905 PCGS MS 64 Choice Uncirculated+ -- *Light Gold Patina* (PCGS Pop = 452; 296 Finer - NGC Pop = 292; 184 Finer: Rarity Level 4.4 = ~2501-3000 Known Survivors in MS-60 to MS-64) Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1913 Buffalo Nickel MS-64 Type 1 & 2 Set United States 5C 1913 TYPE 1 NGC MS 64 Type 1 ("FIVE CENTS" on Raised Ground)
View Coin 1913 Buffalo Nickel MS-64 Type 1 & 2 Set United States 5C 1913 TYPE 2 NGC MS 64 Type 2 ("FIVE CENTS in Recess")
View Coin 1942 Jefferson Nickel MS/PF-66 Type 1 Set United States 5C 1942 NICKEL PCGS PF 66 Type 1 - Brilliant Gem PROOF+ -- *Dazzling Unrestrained Rainbow Toning Obv./Rev. Showing Emerald Green, Sapphire Blue, Rich Gold, Deep Violet, Baker-Miller Pink & Deep Pale-Red w/ Milky Mirrored Fields* (PCGS Pop = 1438; 369 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 3209 - NGC Pop = 808; 311 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 1774 - Total Combined Pop = 4,983: Rarity Level 2.8 = ~15,001-20,000 Known Survivors in PR-65 or Better) Designated "Scarce"
View Coin 1942 Jefferson Nickel MS/PF-66 Type 1 Set United States 5C 1942 NICKEL NGC MS 66 Type 1 - Brilliant Gem+ -- *Utter Blast-White Brilliance w/ Near Proof-Like Fields* (NGC Pop = 179; 100 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 615 - PCGS Pop = 297; 6 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 639 - Combined Pop = 476; 106 Finer - Total Combined Pop = 1,254: Rarity Level 2.3 = ~60,001-70,000 Known Survivors in MS-65 or Better) Designated "Scarce"
View Coin 1942-P Jefferson Silver Nickel MS/PF-66 Type 2 Set United States 5C 1942 P SILVER PCGS PF 66 Type 2 - Brilliant Gem PROOF+ -- Only War-Nickel Date/Mint Struck in Proof Format - *Outstanding Eye-Appeal: Fully Brilliant, Lustrous Reflective Mirrored Fields* (PCGS Pop = 1474; 376 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 4889 - NGC Pop = 1048; 402 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 2674 - Combined Pop = 2522; 778 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 7,563: Rarity Level 2.8 = ~15,001-20,000 Known Survivors in PF-65 or Better) Designated "Scarce"
View Coin 1942-P Jefferson Silver Nickel MS/PF-66 Type 2 Set United States 5C 1942 P SILVER PCGS MS 66 Type 2 - Brilliant Gem+ -- *Lustrous Brilliant White* (PCGS Pop = 1871; 187 Finer - NGC Pop = 1928; 1948 Finer: Rarity Level 2.0 = ~90,001-100,000 Known Survivors in MS-65 or Better) Designated "Scarce"
View Coin 1915 Barber Dime AU/PF-55 Set United States 10C 1915 Stack's W 57th St NGC PF 55 PROOF -- Discovered in the "Stack's W 57th St. Collection" Hoard; Noted on Slab as Pedigree -- Last Yr. Issue & 2nd Lowest Mintage of 24 Barber Dime PROOF Dates; Only 2nd w/ 450 examples behind the 1914 w/ 425 pieces -- *Overall Brilliant Gold Toning Fills the Semi-Mirrored Fields w/ Deep Tangerine & Specks of Red, Purple & Green Obv. - Darker Devices w/ Bright Gold & Orange in Small Field Areas Rev.* -- "From a Tiny Mintage of 450 Pieces, PROOF 1915 Barber Dimes are Scarce-to-Rare in All Grades Today." - NGC (NGC Pop = 1; 124 Finer: NGC Total Pop = 129 - PCGS Pop = 1; 153 Finer: PCGS Total Pop = 154 Combined Pop = 2; 277 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 283: Rarity Level 6.2 = ~351-400 Known Survivors in All Grades) Designated "Rare"
View Coin 1915 Barber Dime AU/PF-55 Set United States 10C 1915 PCGS AU 55 *Lustrous Brilliant White - Rotated Dies* (PCGS Pop = 26; 407 Finer - NGC Pop = 9; 308 Finer: Rarity Level 2.8 = ~15,001-20,000 Known Survivors in All Grades) Designated "Scarce"
View Coin 1940 Mercury Dime MS/PF-66 Set United States 10C 1940 NGC PF 66 Brilliant Gem PROOF+ -- *1 of 7 PROOF Dates*
View Coin 1940 Mercury Dime MS/PF-66 Set United States 10C 1940 NGC MS 66 FB Beautiful Tan Hues/Shades
View Coin 1942 Mercury Dime MS/PF-66 Set United States 10C 1942 NGC PF 66 Brilliant Gem PROOF+ -- *Outstanding Eye-Appeal: Stunningly Brilliant, Virtually Full-White w/ Near Cameo Reflective Contrast - Uncommon for Proof Issues of '36-'42 to Exhibit Bright Mirrored Contrast as Most Have Cloudy/Hazy Over-Toning* (NGC Pop = 1496; 926 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 4018 - PCGS Pop = 1657; 719 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 5697 - Combined Pop = 3153; 1645 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 9,715: Rarity Level 2.9 = ~10,001-15,000 Known Survivors in PF-65 or Better) Designated "Scarce"
View Coin 1942 Mercury Dime MS/PF-66 Set United States 10C 1942 NGC MS 66 Brilliant Gem+ -- *A True Gem w/ Extraordinary Eye-Appeal - Brilliant, Blast-White, Completely Untoned Frosty Surfaces Make This Piece Premium For Its Designated Grade* (NGC Pop = 1624; 876 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 4030 - PCGS Pop = 1601; 217 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 4329 - Combined Pop = 3225; 1093 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 8359: Rarity Level 3.0 = 9501-10,000 Known Survivors in MS-65 or Better) Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1955 Roosevelt Dime MS/PF-66 Set United States 10C 1955 NGC PF 66 Brilliant Gem+ -- *Brilliant White, Sharp Strike; Slightly Hazed Proof Surfaces, Majority Consists of Mirrored Fields* (NGC Pop = 273; 2,467 Finer)
View Coin 1955 Roosevelt Dime MS/PF-66 Set United States 10C 1955 NGC MS 66 FT Brilliant Gem+ -- *OBVERSE: Superb Deep/Even Emerald & Sapphire Toning w/ hints of Tangerine - REVERSE: Rainbow "Bulls-Eye" Toning w/ Layers of Scarlet, Gold, Tangerine, Amber, & Violet with Centered Rich Silver* (NGC Pop = 34; 13 Finer - PCGS Pop = 71; 7 Finer: Rarity Level 3.8 = ~5501-6000 Known Survivors in MS-65 or Better) Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1917 Standing Liberty Quarter MS-63 FH Type 1 & 2 Set United States 25C 1917 TYPE 1 NGC MS 63 FH Type 1 - Choice Uncirculated — Full-Head Example: All Details In Hair Are Well Defined; Hair cords well defined/distinct; Hair Line Along Face Is Raised & Complete; Eyebrow Is Visible; Cheek Is Rounded
*Brilliant Blazer w/ Light Rich Golden Toning, Exceptional Luster & Absolutely Stunning Jaw-Dropping Eye-Appeal For Grade*

TYPE 1: Obverse features Liberty's exposed bare-breast as opposed to it being covered w/ chain mail on the Type 2 variety - Reverse features 7 stars on the left side & 6 stars on the right w/ none below the eagle.

"The Type 2 design was introduced as a result of an urban legend that a public outcry arose over Liberty's bare-breast which prompted it to be covered in a coat of chain mail. However, it is likely the revised design was a response to WWI and America's military posturing."

(NGC Pop = 780; 2511 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 4456 - PCGS Pop = 1268; 3535 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 6201 -Combined Pop = 2048; 6046 Finer - Total Combined Pop = 10,657)
Rarity Level 3.4 = ~7501-8000 Known Survivors in MS-60 or Better — Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1917 Standing Liberty Quarter MS-63 FH Type 1 & 2 Set United States 25C 1917 TYPE 2 NGC MS 63 FH Type 2 - Choice Uncirculated — Full-Head Example: All Details In Hair Are Well Defined; Hair Line Along Face Is Raised & Complete; Eyebrow Is Visible; Cheek Is Rounded; The 3 Leaves Of The Wreath Visible
*Stunning Blast White Specimen w/ Phenomenal Luster & Absolutely Gorgeous Eye-Appeal*

TYPE 2: Obverse features Liberty wearing chain mail instead of an exposed bare-breast - Reverse features 5 stars on each side of the eagle and 3 stars below the eagle; making the eagle aligned higher up on the coin.

"The Type 2 design was introduced as a result of an urban legend that a public outcry arose over Liberty's bare-breast which prompted it to be covered in a coat of chain mail. However, it is likely the revised design was a response to WWI and America's military posturing."

(NGC Pop = 170; 454 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 885 - PCGS Pop = 252; 674 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 1229 - Combined Pop = 422; 1128 Finer - Total Combined Pop = 2114)
Rarity Level 4.7 = ~1501-1750 Known Survivors in MS-60 or Better — Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1932-S/D Washington Quarter XF-45 Set United States 25C 1932 S NGC XF 45 *Key-Date*
View Coin 1932-S/D Washington Quarter XF-45 Set United States 25C 1932 D PCGS XF 45 *Key-Date* (Gold & Tangerine Toning Obv./White Rev.)
View Coin 1942 Washington Quarter MS/PF-66 Set United States 25C 1942 PCGS PF 66 Brilliant Gem PROOF+ -- *Beautiful Example w/ Light Scattered Toning on the Obv. and a Brilliant-White Untoned Rev.; Radiant Mirrored Fields Contrast Luminous and Bright Devices* (PCGS Pop = 1025; 187 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 3705 - NGC Pop = 728; 257 Finer - NGC Total Pop 2199 - Combined Pop = 1753; 444 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 5904: Rarity Level 2.9 = ~10,001-15,000 Known Survivors in PR-65 or Better) Designated "Scarce"
View Coin 1942 Washington Quarter MS/PF-66 Set United States 25C 1942 PCGS MS 66 Brilliant Gem+ -- *A Blazing Gem In Utterly Pristine Condition - Flaws Are Nearly Non-Existent On This Brilliant Frosty White Example Which Contains Not A Hint Of Toning; Exceptionally Difficult To Obtain In Such A Pure, Original, Untoned Degree* (PCGS Pop = 271; 46 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 1297 - NGC Pop = 432; 95 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 1294 - Combined Pop = 703; 141 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 2591: Rarity Level 3.8 = 5501-6000 Known Survivors in MS-65 or Better) Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 2006/2014-S Silver Washington Quarter PF-69 UC Colorado/Great Sand Dunes CO Type Set United States 25C 2006 S SILVER COLORADO PCGS PF 69 Ultra Cameo COIN APPEARANCE/CONDITION:
50 States Quarter Series: Washington Quarter - "Colorado" - Silver Proof Variety
*Brilliant ultra cameo specimen w/ exceptional eye-appeal*

COIN BACKGROUND:
"Colorado was the 38th state to join the Union and thus the 38th quarter in the series and released on June 14, 2006. The commemorative design shows a sweeping view of the Rocky Mountains with a swatch of evergreen trees in the foreground and a banner proclaiming the state 'Colorful Colorado.' The four other designs that were sent the US Mint for consideration included depictions of Mesa Verde National Park, the 10th Mountain Division, a prospector's pick and shovel with the Colorado Gold Rush slogan 'Pikes Peak or Bust,' and a decorative 'C' in honor of Colorado's nickname, the Centennial State, which it earned for gaining statehood less than one month after the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence."

Every variety, mint mark and type of the Washington/Colorado Statehood Quarter is included in this collection at the grade of 67 or better. All 6 issues are listed as follows:
- 2006-S "Washington/Colorado" Statehood Quarter - Silver Proof
- 2006-S "Washington/Colorado" Statehood Quarter - Clad Proof
- 2006-P "Washington/Colorado" Statehood Quarter - Business Strike
- 2006-D "Washington/Colorado" Statehood Quarter - Business Strike
- 2006-P SMS "Washington/Colorado" Statehood Quarter - Satin Finish
- 2006-D SMS "Washington/Colorado" Statehood Quarter - Satin Finish

Obverse Designer: John Flanagan and William Cousins
Reverse Designer: Norman E. Nemeth

CATALOG NUMBER: KM-384a

RARITY: 1,585,008 (Mintage Number)

COIN DESCRIPTION:
(San Francisco Minted, Proof Strike, 90% Silver-10%Copper, 6.25 grams, 24.3mm, Round, Reeded Edge)
OBVERSE: United Stated of America / (Portrait of George Washington) / In / God We / Trust / Liberty / S / Quarter Dollar
REVERSE: Colorado / 1876 / (Portrait of Rocky Mountains) / NEN / Colorful Colorado / 2006 / E Pluribus Unum

HISTORICAL DESCRIPTION:
"Colorado has been nicknamed the 'Centennial State' because it became a state in the year 1876, 100 years after the signing of our nation's Declaration of Independence. Colorado also is called 'Colorful Colorado' presumably because of it's magnificent scenery of mountains, rivers and plains." -- 50States.com
View Coin 2006/2014-S Silver Washington Quarter PF-69 UC Colorado/Great Sand Dunes CO Type Set United States 25C 2014 S SILVER GREAT SAND DUNES FIRST RELEASES PCGS PF 69 Ultra Cameo COIN APPEARANCE/CONDITION:
America the Beautiful Series: Washington Quarter - "Great Sand Dunes National Park; Colorado" - Silver Proof Variety: Designated "First Strike" by PCGS
*Gorgeous cameo fields that reflect light brilliantly in stunning contrast w/ the devices -- The Mint seems to have struck somewhat low-relief coins w/ the “America the Beautiful” issues; Devices seem to Lack sharp detail*

COIN BACKGROUND:
"The Great Sand Dunes National Park quarter is the fourth of 2014 and the 24th overall in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program. The reverse design features a father and son playing in the sand next to the creek bed. The distinctive mountains and sand dunes are featured in the background." -- U.S. Mint

Every variety, mint mark and type of the Washington/Great Sand Dunes Colorado National Park “America The Beautiful” Quarter is included in this collection at the grade of 67 or better. All 5 issues are listed as follows:
- 2014-S "Washington/Great Sand Dunes, Colorado" America the Beautiful Quarter - Silver Proof
- 2014-S "Washington/Great Sand Dunes, Colorado" America the Beautiful Quarter - Clad Proof
- 2014-P "Washington/Great Sand Dunes, Colorado" America the Beautiful Quarter - Business Strike
- 2014-D “Washington/Great Sand Dunes, Colorado" America the Beautiful Quarter - Business Strike
- 2014-S "Washington/Great Sand Dunes, Colorado" America the Beautiful Quarter - Business Strike

San Francisco Business Strikes:
Over the course of the series, four mint marks were used on the America the Beautiful quarters. Quarters produced at the Philadelphia and Denver Mints feature the P and D mint marks respectively. In 2010 and 2011, the San Francisco Mint (S mint mark) produced quarters exclusively for the annual Proof Set. In 2012, San Francisco started producing America the Beautiful quarters in the standard circulation finish of the P and D quarters for sale to collectors. On April 2, 2019, the United States Mint announced that the West Point Mint would release 10.000,000 quarters (2,000,000 of each design released that year) with the "W" mint mark. This was the first time the mint mark appeared on a circulating coin.”
NOTE: The West Point Mint did “not” strike the 2014 Great Sand Dunes Quarter since 2019 was the first year they released/struck circulating coinage.

Obverse Designer: John Flanagan
Reverse Designer: Don Everhart

CATALOG NUMBER: KM-569a

RARITY: 501,944 (Mintage Number)

COIN DESCRIPTION:
(San Francisco Minted, Proof Strike, 90% Silver, 6.25 grams, 24.3mm, Round, Reeded Edge)
OBVERSE: United Stated of America / (Portrait of George Washington) / In / God We / Trust / Liberty / S / Quarter Dollar
REVERSE: Great Sand Dunes / (Portrait of Sand Dunes and Father/Son) / Colorado / E Pluribus Unum / 2014

HISTORICAL DESCRIPTION:
"Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is a U.S. National Park located in the San Luis Valley, in the easternmost parts of Alamosa County and Saguache County, Colorado, United States. Originally created as Great Sand Dunes National Monument on March 17, 1932, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve was established by an act of the United States Congress on September 13, 2004. The park includes 44,246 acres, and the preserve protects an additional 41,686 acres. The park contains the tallest sand dunes in North America, rising about 750 feet (230 m) from the floor of the San Luis Valley on the western base of the Sangre de Cristo Range, covering about 19,000 acres. Researchers say that the dunes started forming less than 440,000 years ago." -- Land Resource Division, National Park Service
View Coin 1846 Seated Liberty Half Dollar XF-45 50C/$1 Set United States 50C 1846 MEDIUM DATE PCGS XF 45 INFO COMING SOON.
View Coin 1846 Seated Liberty Dollar XF-45 50C/$1 Set United States $1 1846 NGC XF 45 INFO COMING SOON.
View Coin 1942 Walking Liberty Half-Dollar MS/PF-65 Set United States 50C 1942 PCGS PF 65 Brilliant Gem PROOF -- Exceptional Eye-Appeal: Stunningly Brilliant, Seemingly Full-White w/ Near Cameo Reflective Contrast - Uncommon for Proof Issues of '38-'42 to Exhibit Bright Mirrored Contrast as Most Have Cloudy/Hazy Over-Toning* (PCGS Pop = 1683; 2493 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 5992 - NGC Pop = 968; 1347 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 4215 - Combined Pop = 2651; 3840 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 10,207: Rarity Level 2.9 = ~10,001-15,000 Known Survivors in PF-65 or Better) Designated "Scarce"
View Coin 1942 Walking Liberty Half-Dollar MS/PF-65 Set United States 50C 1942 PCGS MS 65 Brilliant Gem -- *An Absolutely Phenomenal Example - Clean, Lustrous, Blast White Blazer Free Of Any Distracting Marks Or Toning; Challenging To Find An Example w/ Out Hazy Or Cloudy Toning* (PCGS Pop = 7073; 3088 Finer - PCGS Total Pop = 22,041 - NGC Pop = 5066; 3064 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 16,460 - Combined Pop = 12,139; 6152 Finer - Combined Total Pop = 38,501: Rarity Level 2.3 = 60,001-70,000 Known Survivors in MS-65 or Better) Designated "Scarce"
View Coin 1878 Morgan Silver Dollar MS-61 Complete Variety Set United States $1 1878 8TF NGC MS 61 8TF (8 Tail-Feathers) - Classified "A" Reverse
View Coin 1878 Morgan Silver Dollar MS-61 Complete Variety Set United States $1 1878 7/8TF WEAK NGC MS 61 7/8TF - WEAK (7 Over 8 Tail-Feathers) - Classified "B" Reverse: "Limited Visibility on Tailfeathers" 7/8TF (Weak) NGC Pop = 117; PCGS Pop = 81 -- *Brilliant Frosty White*
View Coin 1878 Morgan Silver Dollar MS-61 Complete Variety Set United States $1 1878 7/8TF STRONG NGC MS 61 7/8TF - STRONG (7 Over 8 Tail-Feathers); *VAM-38 7/5TF (Non-Attributed)* - Classified "B" Reverse: "Strong Visibility on Tailfeathers" -- "Among the Most Widely Sought Examples in this Popular Series." -- NGC: 7/8TF (Strong) NGC Pop = 308; PCGS Pop = 294 -- VAM-38 7/5TF NGC Pop = 28; 400 Finer; PCGS Pop = 14; 147 Finer (Rarity Level 2.0 = ~90,001-100,000 Known Survivors in MS-60 to MS-64) Designated "Scarce" -- *Brilliant Frosty White w/ Gorgeous Rich Tangerine Perimeter Toning*
View Coin 1878 Morgan Silver Dollar MS-61 Complete Variety Set United States $1 1878 7TF B1-REVERSE VAM-84 DASH "8" NGC MS 61 7TF (7 Tail-Feathers) Classified "B-1" Reverse of 1878 - VAM-84 "Dash '8'"
(OBVERSE: Slanted dash below left '8' w/ die chip at top left inside of upper '8' 'loop; Slightly doubled LIBERTY shifted left - surface around 'L' flat, washed out; missing/washed-out nostril; Doubled E PLURB & 'S' in E PLURIBUS; Doubled 1-4, 6 & 7 left stars & all right stars - REVERSE: 'D' of DOLLAR broken at bottom w/ just 2 lines remaining; Die chip on eagle's right wing, 6th feather down & next to body; Die over-polished w/ blank areas in eagle's left wing & tail feathers)
- 1 of only 2 B-1 rev. varieties w/ both unique obv. and rev. The other is VAM-83. (NGC Pop = 8; 94 Finer: Rarity Level 2.0 = ~90,001-100,000 Known Survivors in MS-60 or Better) Designated "Scarce" -- *Brilliant Proof-Like Mirrored Fields*
View Coin 1878 Morgan Silver Dollar MS-61 Complete Variety Set United States $1 1878 7TF REV OF 79 NGC MS 61 7TF (7 Tail-Feathers) Classified "C" Reverse of 1879:
Distinguished by a convex breast on the eagle (versus the flat, or concave breast on the Reverse of 1878) & by the slanting top arrow feather (NGC Pop = 344: Rarity Level 2.2 = ~70,001-80,000 Known Survivors in MS-60 or Better) Designated "Scarce" -- *Brilliant Frosty White*
View Coin 1878 Morgan Silver Dollar MS-61 Complete Variety Set United States $1 1878 CC NGC MS 61 PL Uncirculated "Proof-Like"
*Brilliant Blast White Example w/ Deep Reflective Mirrored Fields - Light Spotted Toning Rev.*

The 1878-CC is the first Morgan Dollar produced at the Carson City Mint. Although more examples were produced (2.2 million coins), the '78-CC is more difficult to locate as a Gem than the 1882-CC, 1883-CC, & 1884-CC.

(NGC PL Pop = 95; 1352 Finer - NGC Total PL Pop = 1473 - PCGS PL Pop = 93; 1585 Finer - PCGS Total PL Pop = 1706 - Combined PL Pop = 188; 2937 Finer - Combined Total PL Pop = 3179)
Rarity Level 3.7 = ~20,001-30,000 Known Survivors in MS-60 or Better — Designated "Very Scarce"
View Coin 1878 Morgan Silver Dollar MS-61 Complete Variety Set United States $1 1878 S NGC MS 61 *Brilliant White w/ Deep Proof-Like Mirrored Fields; Exquisite Sharp Detail for Grade* (NGC Pop = 921 - PCGS Pop = 811: Rarity Level 1.0 = ~1,240,000 Known Survivors in MS-60 or Better) Designated "Very Common"
View Coin 1988 American Silver Eagle MS/PF-69 Set United States S$1 1988 S EAGLE NGC PF 69 ULTRA CAMEO Brilliant Ultra Cameo PROOF -- *Superb Deep Mirrored Fields, Exceptional Detail* -- "The 1988 Proof Silver Eagle Showed a Mintage Decline of over 350,000 Compared to the Prior Year." (NGC Pop = 14,027; 716 Finer) --> MY BIRTH-YEAR

Complete Silver/Gold Eagle Set in MS/PF69:
**Complete MS/PF 1988 $1 Silver Eagle Set in Identical Type/Grade/Date/Variety**
**Complete MS/PF 1988 $5 Gold Eagle Set in Identical Type/Grade/Type/Variety**
View Coin 1988 American Silver Eagle MS/PF-69 Set United States S$1 1988 EAGLE NGC MS 69 *Brilliant White; Strong Strike; Sharp Details; Fully Lustrous* (NGC Pop = 88,469; 299 Finer) --> MY BIRTH-YEAR

Complete Silver/Gold Eagle Set in MS/PF69:
**Complete MS/PF 1988 $1 Silver Eagle Set in Identical Type/Grade/Date/Variety**
**Complete MS/PF 1988 $5 Gold Eagle Set in Identical Type/Grade/Type/Variety**
View Coin 1925 Norse Centennial MS-62 Thin/Thick Variety Set United States MEDAL 1925 NORSE AMERICAN THIN SILVER NGC MS 62 Thin Silver-Planchet Variety *Brilliant* (NGC Pop = 53; 258 Finer: Total Pop = 328 - PCGS Pop = 53; 292 Finer: Total Pop = 380 - Combined Pop = 106; 550 Finer)
View Coin 1925 Norse Centennial MS-62 Thin/Thick Variety Set United States MEDAL 1925 NORSE AMERICAN THICK SILVER NGC MS 62 Thick Silver-Planchet Variety *Brilliant w/ Gold Lustrous Even Spread Patina* (NGC Pop = 92; 706 Finer - PCGS Pop = 59; 819 Finer)
1906 "Pike Centennial" Original General Program United States 1906 "PIKE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION: COMMEMORATIVE OF THE SOUTHWEST EXPEDITION" COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - ORIGINAL GENERAL PROGRAM MEMORABILIA APPEARANCE/CONDITION:
Authentic/genuine general program from the 1906 "Pike Centennial Celebration: Commemorative of the Southwest Expedition" in Colorado Springs, CO — Associated with the commemorative so-called dollars recognizing the celebration (HK335-339: See historical description: medals, below)
*Excellent aged condition with no markings, stains, tears or creases; Exhibits normal age discoloration and light handling — An extremely scarce issue that was challenging to obtain.*

MEMORABILIA BACKGROUND:
A detailed program of all the events that took place for the 1906 "Pike Centennial Celebration" which commemorated the Southwest Expedition (1806-1807) under command of Lieutenant Zebulon Montgomery Pike. Program displays events from September 23rd to September 29th, 1906. Events that took place are as follows and in chronological order: September 23rd: 'Special Commemorative Service' - September 24th: 'Military Day' - September 25th: 'Pioneer Day' - September 26th: 'Historical Day' - September 27th: 'Pike Day' - September 28th: 'Colorado Day' - September 29th: 'Centennial Day'.

RARITY: Likely rare to very rare, especially in such exceptional condition. I have yet to encounter another genuine example.

MEMORABILIA DESCRIPTION:
No publication information available. "1806-1906 Pike Centennial Celebration: Commemorative of the Southwest Expedition (1806-1807) under Command of Lieutenant Zebulon Montgomery Pike - Colorado Springs, Colorado - September twenty-third to twenty-ninth 1906 - General Programme." Measures 6-1/4" x 9" and printed on heavy manila paper. 1906. Print, 4 Pages.

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND/SO-CALLED DOLLAR AFFILIATION:
Purpose: "To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of Pike's Peak ('sighted' Nov. 15, 1806) by Lt. Zebulon Montgomery Pike during his Southwest Expedition, 1806-07, following Louisiana Purchase."
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Organization: "Pike Monument Association formed December 1896; planned to erect statue of Pike 'of heroic size and in enduring bronze' and 'to...forever maintain...monument and historical data.' This Celebration 10 years later was staged by Association; financed by public contributions and sale of medals; bronze statue never did materialize. Organization disappeared shortly thereafter."
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Site, Dates: "Colorado Springs, Colorado; Sept. 23 to 29, 1906."
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Comment: "Explorations of Lt. Pike (1779-1813) are basic United States history. Steadily promoted in U.S. Army, he was Adjutant and Inspector General when killed in action in War of 1812 during victorious assault on York (now Toronto), Canada, April 27, 1813.
Celebration opened Sunday, city-wide church services emphasizing 'high moral character, religious life and patriotic services of Gen. Pike.' Weekday program included parades, polo matches, band concerts, golf tournament, rodeo; highlighted by address by U.S. Vice President Chas. W. Fairbanks and unveilings of bronze tablet on Pike's Peak summit and of granite boulder or shaft in Antlers Park, Colorado Springs. Latter bears 4 plaques reciting discovery of Peak, facts of Pike's life and excerpts from his diary."
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Medals: "Official Medals authorized by 59th Congress; designed by C. E. Barber; struck at Philadelphia Mint. Mint records reveal issue limited to 250 Silver proof, 250 Gold-plate, 4,200 gray-oxidized Silver and 6,250 Bronze; sold through local banks and Chamber of Commerce; Bronze for 50 cents, Silver for $1; 65% of all were looped. Some authorities insist these quantities were ones 'ordered,' that issue actually was smaller. In any event, of total struck, large portion was delivered by Mint apparently too late for sale; they were stored and forgotten for 49 years.
In 1955 these 4,000 pieces were found in basement of old First National Bank Building during demolition. Historical Society of Pike's Peak Region, Inc. directed their sale to help finance 1956 Celebration (no new or additional medals struck for latter event). Again, most were mounted but loops were 'expertly removed to make...acceptable to Collectors' and many do defy detection."

Credited Source: So-Called Dollars by Harold E. Hibler and Charles V. Kappen
View Coin 1906 CO "Southwest Expedition: Pike's Peak Centennial" Complete Variety Set (HK 336-338) United States SC$1 1906 CO HK-335 SOUTHWEST EXPEDITION PIKE'S PEAK NGC PF 63 SO-CALLED DOLLAR APPEARANCE/CONDITION:
Silver Proof Variety - Choice Poof
*Brilliant with beautiful peripheral toning; fully mirrored fields on the obverse — Designed by Charles E. Barber*

SO-CALLED DOLLAR BACKGROUND:
In addition to the original general program from the Southwest Expedition in Colorado circa 1906, I have obtained all 4 medals/varieties issued (HK-335-338); Silver Proof, Gray Oxidized Silver, Gold Plated & Bronze, as well as the “Imitation Issue” (HK-339). The silver proof is the third rarest and challenging to obtain. However, the key-medals of the series are most certainly the gold-plated variety (HK-337) and the “Imitation Issue” (HK-339). Although extremely challenging to acquire, I was able to obtain an HK-337 specimen in AU-58 (by NGC). Nearly a decade later, I found the HK-339 Imitation Issue. In most collections, both varieties are absent. Subsequently, having the entire series with the original general program in this set exhibits both a historic and rare tribute to the overall Colorado collection.
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An exceptional example of this medal that marks the centennial of Zebulon Pike's Southwest Expedition, and the discovery of the mountain that now bears his name. The obverse displays the bust of Pike, and the reverse depicts Pike's Peak. Designed by C.E. Barber and struck at Philadelphia Mint. Brilliant surfaces prooflike surfaces under deep blue, gray and gold toning and visibly frosty devices. Only 250 proofs are known to have been struck, and it is believed that there are less than 75 surviving specimens.
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Additionally, I was able to obtain an upgraded HK-337 (Gray Oxidized Silver) example from the renowned John Dean. The piece was purchased in an ANACS MS-65 holder; a 2-grade bump from my existing MS-63. Since I only include ANACS coins that will “only” be graded by ANACS (Dan Carr issues, SC50C restrikes, etc.), I wanted the HK-337 re-graded by NGC. After submitting to NGC “in” the MS-65 ANACS holder, I received the medal back “UNC: DETAILS - MOUNTS REMOVED.” I was beyond upset considering this piece came from John Dean’s “private” collection. The eye-appeal is exceptional, as well. So, for the time being, I have left the current MS-63 HK-337 in the collection. I will think of my options for the “mounts removed” specimen; and may even post it the way it currently is. Since removed mounts cannot be seen unless closely examined, I think displaying it to the numismatic community in this collection may be the best direction.
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Completed “Southwest Expedition: Pike’s Peak Centennial” Collection Listed in this Set are as Follows:
- 1906 Original General Program
- HK-335 (Silver Proof): NGC PF-63 (R6)
- HK-336 (Gray Oxidized Silver): NGC MS-63 (R4)
- HK-337 (Gold Plated): NGC AU-58 (R7)
- HK-338 (Bronze): NGC MS-64 (R3)
- HK-339 (“Imitation” Issue): NGC Not Suitable for Certification (R7)

DESIGNER: Charles E. Barber

CATALOG NUMBER: HK-335

RARITY: 250 (Mintage Number)
(NGC Pop= 14; 15 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 42): [05/2022]
Rarity Level 6 = ~21-75 Known - Designated "Rare to Very Rare"

SO-CALLED DOLLAR DESCRIPTION:
(Philadelphia Minted, Proof Strike, Silver, 34mm, Round, Plain Edge)
OBVERSE: Zebulon Montgomery Pike - 1779-1813 / (Portrait of Zebulon Pike)
REVERSE: Southwest Expedition Commemorative Medal / (Portrait of Pike’s Peak mountain) / Pike’s Peak / Colorado 1806-1906

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND:
(Specific History):
Similar to the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the Southwest Expedition was an effort to explore the vast Western lands obtained from the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. The Southwest Expedition was led by U.S. Army officer Zebulon Montgomery Pike. His party encountered (what became known as) Pikes Peak west of present day Colorado Springs in November 1806. Commemorative so-called dollars were issued a century later, in brilliant silver (HK-335), oxidized finish silver (HK-336), gilt bronze (HK-337), and bronze (HK-338). HK-337 is the rarest format. — Credited Source: Heritage Auctions
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(So-Called Dollar Guide Background)
Purpose: "To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of Pike's Peak ('sighted' Nov. 15, 1806) by Lt. Zebulon Montgomery Pike during his Southwest Expedition, 1806-07, following Louisiana Purchase."
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Organization: "Pike Monument Association formed December 1896; planned to erect statue of Pike 'of heroic size and in enduring bronze' and 'to...forever maintain...monument and historical data.' This Celebration 10 years later was staged by Association; financed by public contributions and sale of medals; bronze statue never did materialize. Organization disappeared shortly thereafter."
——-
Site, Dates: "Colorado Springs, Colorado; Sept. 23 to 29, 1906."
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Comment: "Explorations of Lt. Pike (1779-1813) are basic United States history. Steadily promoted in U.S. Army, he was Adjutant and Inspector General when killed in action in War of 1812 during victorious assault on York (now Toronto), Canada, April 27, 1813.
——-
Celebration opened Sunday, city-wide church services emphasizing 'high moral character, religious life and patriotic services of Gen. Pike.' Weekday program included parades, polo matches, band concerts, golf tournament, rodeo; highlighted by address by U.S. Vice President Chas. W. Fairbanks and unveilings of bronze tablet on Pike's Peak summit and of granite boulder or shaft in Antlers Park, Colorado Springs. Latter bears 4 plaques reciting discovery of Peak, facts of Pike's life and excerpts from his diary."
——-
Medals: "Official Medals authorized by 59th Congress; designed by C. E. Barber; struck at Philadelphia Mint. Mint records reveal issue limited to 250 Silver proof, 250 Gold-plate, 4,200 gray-oxidized Silver and 6,250 Bronze; sold through local banks and Chamber of Commerce; Bronze for 50 cents, Silver for $1; 65% of all were looped. Some authorities insist these quantities were ones 'ordered,' that issue actually was smaller. In any event, of total struck, large portion was delivered by Mint apparently too late for sale; they were stored and forgotten for 49 years.
In 1955 these 4,000 pieces were found in basement of old First National Bank Building during demolition. Historical Society of Pike's Peak Region, Inc. directed their sale to help finance 1956 Celebration (no new or additional medals struck for latter event). Again, most were mounted but loops were 'expertly removed to make...acceptable to Collectors' and many do defy detection." — Credited Source: So-Called Dollars by Harold E. Hibler and Charles V. Kappen
View Coin 1906 CO "Southwest Expedition: Pike's Peak Centennial" Complete Variety Set (HK 336-338) United States SC$1 1906 CO HK-336 SOUTHWEST EXPEDITION PIKE'S PEAK PIKE'S PEAK CENTENNIAL NGC MS 63 SO-CALLED DOLLAR APPEARANCE/CONDITION:
Gray-Oxidized Silver Variety - Choice Uncirculated
*Appealing untoned surfaces; exceptional detail, pleasing overall eye-appeal. Appears as though this piece could be MS-64 upon a re-grade.— Designed by Charles E. Barber*

SO-CALLED DOLLAR BACKGROUND:
In addition to the original general program from the Southwest Expedition in Colorado circa 1906, I have obtained all 4 medals/varieties issued (HK-335-338); Silver Proof, Gray Oxidized Silver, Gold Plated & Bronze, as well as the “Imitation Issue” (HK-339). The silver proof is the third rarest and challenging to obtain. However, the key-medals of the series are most certainly the gold-plated variety (HK-337) and the “Imitation Issue” (HK-339). Although extremely challenging to acquire, I was able to obtain an HK-337 specimen in AU-58 (by NGC). Nearly a decade later, I found the HK-339 Imitation Issue. In most collections, both varieties are absent. Subsequently, having the entire series with the original general program in this set exhibits both a historic and rare tribute to the overall Colorado collection.
——-
Additionally, I was able to obtain an upgraded HK-337 (Gray Oxidized Silver shown here) example from the renowned John Dean. The piece was purchased in an ANACS MS-65 holder; a 2-grade bump from my existing MS-63. Since I only include ANACS coins that will “only” be graded by ANACS (Dan Carr issues, SC50C restrikes, etc.), I wanted the HK-337 re-graded by NGC. After submitting to NGC “in” the MS-65 ANACS holder, I received the medal back “UNC: DETAILS - MOUNTS REMOVED.” I was beyond upset considering this piece came from John Dean’s “private” collection. The eye-appeal is exceptional, as well. So, for the time being, I have left the current MS-63 HK-337 in the collection. I will think of my options for the “mounts removed” specimen; and may even post it the way it currently is. Since removed mounts cannot be seen unless closely examined, I think displaying it to the numismatic community in this collection may be the best direction.
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Completed “Southwest Expedition: Pike’s Peak Centennial” Collection Listed in this Set are as Follows:
- 1906 Original General Program
- HK-335 (Silver Proof): NGC PF-63 (R6)
- HK-336 (Gray Oxidized Silver): NGC MS-63 (R4)
- HK-337 (Gold Plated): NGC AU-58 (R7)
- HK-338 (Bronze): NGC MS-64 (R3)
- HK-339 (“Imitation” Issue): NGC Not Suitable for Certification (R7)

DESIGNER: Charles E. Barber

CATALOG NUMBER: HK-336

RARITY: 4,200 (Mintage Number)
(NGC Pop = 15; 24 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 57): [05/2022]
Rarity Level 4 = ~201-500 Known - Designated "Very Scarce to Rare"

SO-CALLED DOLLAR DESCRIPTION:
(Philadelphia Minted, Business Strike, Oxidized Silver, 34mm, Round, Plain Edge)
OBVERSE: Zebulon Montgomery Pike - 1779-1813 / (Portrait of Zebulon Pike)
REVERSE: Southwest Expedition Commemorative Medal / (Portrait of Pike’s Peak mountain) / Pike’s Peak / Colorado 1806-1906

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND:
(Specific History):
Similar to the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the Southwest Expedition was an effort to explore the vast Western lands obtained from the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. The Southwest Expedition was led by U.S. Army officer Zebulon Montgomery Pike. His party encountered (what became known as) Pikes Peak west of present day Colorado Springs in November 1806. Commemorative so-called dollars were issued a century later, in brilliant silver (HK-335), oxidized finish silver (HK-336), gilt bronze (HK-337), and bronze (HK-338). HK-337 is the rarest format. — Credited Source: Heritage Auctions
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(So-Called Dollar Guide Background)
Purpose: "To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of Pike's Peak ('sighted' Nov. 15, 1806) by Lt. Zebulon Montgomery Pike during his Southwest Expedition, 1806-07, following Louisiana Purchase."
——-
Organization: "Pike Monument Association formed December 1896; planned to erect statue of Pike 'of heroic size and in enduring bronze' and 'to...forever maintain...monument and historical data.' This Celebration 10 years later was staged by Association; financed by public contributions and sale of medals; bronze statue never did materialize. Organization disappeared shortly thereafter."
——-
Site, Dates: "Colorado Springs, Colorado; Sept. 23 to 29, 1906."
——-
Comment: "Explorations of Lt. Pike (1779-1813) are basic United States history. Steadily promoted in U.S. Army, he was Adjutant and Inspector General when killed in action in War of 1812 during victorious assault on York (now Toronto), Canada, April 27, 1813.
——-
Celebration opened Sunday, city-wide church services emphasizing 'high moral character, religious life and patriotic services of Gen. Pike.' Weekday program included parades, polo matches, band concerts, golf tournament, rodeo; highlighted by address by U.S. Vice President Chas. W. Fairbanks and unveilings of bronze tablet on Pike's Peak summit and of granite boulder or shaft in Antlers Park, Colorado Springs. Latter bears 4 plaques reciting discovery of Peak, facts of Pike's life and excerpts from his diary."
——-
Medals: "Official Medals authorized by 59th Congress; designed by C. E. Barber; struck at Philadelphia Mint. Mint records reveal issue limited to 250 Silver proof, 250 Gold-plate, 4,200 gray-oxidized Silver and 6,250 Bronze; sold through local banks and Chamber of Commerce; Bronze for 50 cents, Silver for $1; 65% of all were looped. Some authorities insist these quantities were ones 'ordered,' that issue actually was smaller. In any event, of total struck, large portion was delivered by Mint apparently too late for sale; they were stored and forgotten for 49 years.
In 1955 these 4,000 pieces were found in basement of old First National Bank Building during demolition. Historical Society of Pike's Peak Region, Inc. directed their sale to help finance 1956 Celebration (no new or additional medals struck for latter event). Again, most were mounted but loops were 'expertly removed to make...acceptable to Collectors' and many do defy detection." — Credited Source: So-Called Dollars by Harold E. Hibler and Charles V. Kappen
View Coin 1906 CO "Southwest Expedition: Pike's Peak Centennial" Complete Variety Set (HK 336-338) United States SC$1 1906 CO HK-337 SOUTHWEST EXPEDITION PIKE'S PEAK, GILT JEFF SHEVLIN COLLECTION NGC AU 58 SO-CALLED DOLLAR APPEARANCE/CONDITION:
Gold Plated Variety — From the "Jeff Shevlin Collection" (Noted on Slab as Pedigree)
*Extremely rare and utterly illusive. NGC has graded a total of just 7 specimens; Stunning eye-appeal - Lustrous, brilliant and nearly proof-like — Designed by Charles E. Barber.*

SO-CALLED DOLLAR BACKGROUND:
In addition to the original general program from the Southwest Expedition in Colorado circa 1906, I have obtained all 4 medals/varieties issued (HK-335-338); Silver Proof, Gray Oxidized Silver, Gold Plated & Bronze, as well as the “Imitation Issue” (HK-339). The silver proof is the third rarest and challenging to obtain. However, the key-medals of the series are most certainly the gold-plated variety (HK-337) and the “Imitation Issue” (HK-339). Although extremely challenging to acquire, I was able to obtain an HK-337 specimen in AU-58 (by NGC). Nearly a decade later, I found the HK-339 Imitation Issue. In most collections, both varieties are absent. Subsequently, having the entire series with the original general program in this set exhibits both a historic and rare tribute to the overall Colorado collection.
—————
Completed “Southwest Expedition: Pike’s Peak Centennial” Collection Listed in this Set are as Follows:
- 1906 Original General Program
- HK-335 (Silver Proof): NGC PF-63 (R6)
- HK-336 (Gray Oxidized Silver): NGC MS-63 (R4)
- HK-337 (Gold Plated): NGC AU-58 (R7)
- HK-338 (Bronze): NGC MS-64 (R3)
- HK-339 (“Imitation” Issue): NGC Not Suitable for Certification (R7)

DESIGNER: Charles E. Barber

CATALOG NUMBER: HK-337

RARITY: 250 (Mintage Number)
(NGC Pop = 2; 4 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 7): [05/2022]
Rarity Level 7 = ~11-20 Known - Designated "Extremely Rare"

SO-CALLED DOLLAR DESCRIPTION:
(Philadelphia Minted, Business Strike, Gold Plated, 34mm, Round, Plain Edge)
OBVERSE: Zebulon Montgomery Pike - 1779-1813 / (Portrait of Zebulon Pike)
REVERSE: Southwest Expedition Commemorative Medal / (Portrait of Pike’s Peak mountain) / Pike’s Peak / Colorado 1806-1906

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND:
(Specific History):
Similar to the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the Southwest Expedition was an effort to explore the vast Western lands obtained from the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. The Southwest Expedition was led by U.S. Army officer Zebulon Montgomery Pike. His party encountered (what became known as) Pikes Peak west of present day Colorado Springs in November 1806. Commemorative so-called dollars were issued a century later, in brilliant silver (HK-335), oxidized finish silver (HK-336), gilt bronze (HK-337), and bronze (HK-338). HK-337 is the rarest format. — Credited Source: Heritage Auctions
—————
(So-Called Dollar Guide Background)
Purpose: "To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of Pike's Peak ('sighted' Nov. 15, 1806) by Lt. Zebulon Montgomery Pike during his Southwest Expedition, 1806-07, following Louisiana Purchase."
——-
Organization: "Pike Monument Association formed December 1896; planned to erect statue of Pike 'of heroic size and in enduring bronze' and 'to...forever maintain...monument and historical data.' This Celebration 10 years later was staged by Association; financed by public contributions and sale of medals; bronze statue never did materialize. Organization disappeared shortly thereafter."
——-
Site, Dates: "Colorado Springs, Colorado; Sept. 23 to 29, 1906."
——-
Comment: "Explorations of Lt. Pike (1779-1813) are basic United States history. Steadily promoted in U.S. Army, he was Adjutant and Inspector General when killed in action in War of 1812 during victorious assault on York (now Toronto), Canada, April 27, 1813.
——-
Celebration opened Sunday, city-wide church services emphasizing 'high moral character, religious life and patriotic services of Gen. Pike.' Weekday program included parades, polo matches, band concerts, golf tournament, rodeo; highlighted by address by U.S. Vice President Chas. W. Fairbanks and unveilings of bronze tablet on Pike's Peak summit and of granite boulder or shaft in Antlers Park, Colorado Springs. Latter bears 4 plaques reciting discovery of Peak, facts of Pike's life and excerpts from his diary."
——-
Medals: "Official Medals authorized by 59th Congress; designed by C. E. Barber; struck at Philadelphia Mint. Mint records reveal issue limited to 250 Silver proof, 250 Gold-plate, 4,200 gray-oxidized Silver and 6,250 Bronze; sold through local banks and Chamber of Commerce; Bronze for 50 cents, Silver for $1; 65% of all were looped. Some authorities insist these quantities were ones 'ordered,' that issue actually was smaller. In any event, of total struck, large portion was delivered by Mint apparently too late for sale; they were stored and forgotten for 49 years.
In 1955 these 4,000 pieces were found in basement of old First National Bank Building during demolition. Historical Society of Pike's Peak Region, Inc. directed their sale to help finance 1956 Celebration (no new or additional medals struck for latter event). Again, most were mounted but loops were 'expertly removed to make...acceptable to Collectors' and many do defy detection." — Credited Source: So-Called Dollars by Harold E. Hibler and Charles V. Kappen
View Coin 1906 CO "Southwest Expedition: Pike's Peak Centennial" Complete Variety Set (HK 336-338) United States SC$1 1906 CO HK-338 SOUTHWEST EXPEDITION PIKE'S PEAK NGC MS 64 SO-CALLED DOLLAR APPEARANCE/CONDITION:
Bronze Variety - Choice Uncirculated+
*Beautiful piece free of distractions with alluring eye-appeal and color. Previously, there were two examples included in this collection (NGC MS-64 & PCGS MS-64); now just NGC MS-64. It was later learned by renowned numismatist John Dean that many of the Pike’s Peak Centennial’s were struck at different times from different stock; even if both are classified as “HK-338 Bronze.” — The surfaces on the NGC example retained an overall brighter color, whereas the PCGS MS-64 specimen that was once in this collection had a much, much darker appearance. The assumption can clearly be made that these two examples were struck at different times from different metals. Quite fascinating!* — Designed by Charles E. Barber

SO-CALLED DOLLAR BACKGROUND:
In addition to the original general program from the Southwest Expedition in Colorado circa 1906, I have obtained all 4 medals/varieties issued (HK-335-338); Silver Proof, Gray Oxidized Silver, Gold Plated & Bronze, as well as the “Imitation Issue” (HK-339). The silver proof is the third rarest and challenging to obtain. However, the key-medals of the series are most certainly the gold-plated variety (HK-337) and the “Imitation Issue” (HK-339). Although extremely challenging to acquire, I was able to obtain an HK-337 specimen in AU-58 (by NGC). Nearly a decade later, I found the HK-339 Imitation Issue. In most collections, both varieties are absent. Subsequently, having the entire series with the original general program in this set exhibits both a historic and rare tribute to the overall Colorado collection.
—————
Two HK-338 examples “were” included in this collection; both graded MS-64 (one by NGC/one by PCGS); now just NGC. The intent here was to compare the examples from one grading company to the other. Subsequently, both appeared to be graded precisely as described; however, one was much darker in overall appearance (PCGS) while the other is much lighter (NGC).
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Additionally, I was able to obtain an upgraded HK-337 (Gray Oxidized Silver) example from the renowned John Dean. The piece was purchased in an ANACS MS-65 holder; a 2-grade bump from my existing MS-63. Since I only include ANACS coins that will “only” be graded by ANACS (Dan Carr issues, SC50C restrikes, etc.), I wanted the HK-337 re-graded by NGC. After submitting to NGC “in” the MS-65 ANACS holder, I received the medal back “UNC: DETAILS - MOUNTS REMOVED.” I was beyond upset considering this piece came from John Dean’s “private” collection. The eye-appeal is exceptional, as well. So, for the time being, I have left the current MS-63 HK-337 in the collection. I will think of my options for the “mounts removed” specimen; and may even post it the way it currently is. Since removed mounts cannot be seen unless closely examined, I think displaying it to the numismatic community in this collection may be the best direction.
———
Completed “Southwest Expedition: Pike’s Peak Centennial” Collection Listed in this Set are as Follows:
- 1906 Original General Program
- HK-335 (Silver Proof): NGC PF-63 (R6)
- HK-336 (Gray Oxidized Silver): NGC MS-63 (R4)
- HK-337 (Gold Plated): NGC AU-58 (R7)
- HK-338 (Bronze): NGC MS-64 (R3)
- HK-339 (“Imitation” Issue): NGC Not Suitable for Certification (R7)

DESIGNER: Charles E. Barber

CATALOG NUMBER: HK-338

RARITY: 6,250 (Mintage Number)
(NGC Pop = 30; 9 Finer - NGC Total Pop = 84): [05/2022]
Rarity Level 3 = ~501-2000 Known - Designated "Scarce"

SO-CALLED DOLLAR DESCRIPTION:
(Philadelphia Minted, Business Strike, Bronze, 34mm, Round, Plain Edge)
OBVERSE: Zebulon Montgomery Pike - 1779-1813 / (Portrait of Zebulon Pike)
REVERSE: Southwest Expedition Commemorative Medal / (Portrait of Pike’s Peak mountain) / Pike’s Peak / Colorado 1806-1906

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND:
(Specific History):
Similar to the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the Southwest Expedition was an effort to explore the vast Western lands obtained from the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. The Southwest Expedition was led by U.S. Army officer Zebulon Montgomery Pike. His party encountered (what became known as) Pikes Peak west of present day Colorado Springs in November 1806. Commemorative so-called dollars were issued a century later, in brilliant silver (HK-335), oxidized finish silver (HK-336), gilt bronze (HK-337), and bronze (HK-338). HK-337 is the rarest format. — Credited Source: Heritage Auctions
—————
(So-Called Dollar Guide Background)
Purpose: "To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of Pike's Peak ('sighted' Nov. 15, 1806) by Lt. Zebulon Montgomery Pike during his Southwest Expedition, 1806-07, following Louisiana Purchase."
——-
Organization: "Pike Monument Association formed December 1896; planned to erect statue of Pike 'of heroic size and in enduring bronze' and 'to...forever maintain...monument and historical data.' This Celebration 10 years later was staged by Association; financed by public contributions and sale of medals; bronze statue never did materialize. Organization disappeared shortly thereafter."
——-
Site, Dates: "Colorado Springs, Colorado; Sept. 23 to 29, 1906."
——-
Comment: "Explorations of Lt. Pike (1779-1813) are basic United States history. Steadily promoted in U.S. Army, he was Adjutant and Inspector General when killed in action in War of 1812 during victorious assault on York (now Toronto), Canada, April 27, 1813.
——-
Celebration opened Sunday, city-wide church services emphasizing 'high moral character, religious life and patriotic services of Gen. Pike.' Weekday program included parades, polo matches, band concerts, golf tournament, rodeo; highlighted by address by U.S. Vice President Chas. W. Fairbanks and unveilings of bronze tablet on Pike's Peak summit and of granite boulder or shaft in Antlers Park, Colorado Springs. Latter bears 4 plaques reciting discovery of Peak, facts of Pike's life and excerpts from his diary."
——-
Medals: "Official Medals authorized by 59th Congress; designed by C. E. Barber; struck at Philadelphia Mint. Mint records reveal issue limited to 250 Silver proof, 250 Gold-plate, 4,200 gray-oxidized Silver and 6,250 Bronze; sold through local banks and Chamber of Commerce; Bronze for 50 cents, Silver for $1; 65% of all were looped. Some authorities insist these quantities were ones 'ordered,' that issue actually was smaller. In any event, of total struck, large portion was delivered by Mint apparently too late for sale; they were stored and forgotten for 49 years.
In 1955 these 4,000 pieces were found in basement of old First National Bank Building during demolition. Historical Society of Pike's Peak Region, Inc. directed their sale to help finance 1956 Celebration (no new or additional medals struck for latter event). Again, most were mounted but loops were 'expertly removed to make...acceptable to Collectors' and many do defy detection." — Credited Source: So-Called Dollars by Harold E. Hibler and Charles V. Kappen
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