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| J-188 |
United States
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25C 1857 J-188
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PCGS PF 63 Brown
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1857 25C Quarter Dollar
Judd-188, Pollock-225
Rarity: Low R.7, PR63 BN
Ex Simpson
Struck in copper with a plain edge
Obverse: The obverse is the regular-issue Seated Liberty quarter from 1857.
Reverse: Is from an incomplete die that shows UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and QUAR. DOL. at the rim in a smaller font than on the regular issues, with the letter Q shaped much differently. The center reverse is blank.
Commentary:
The Q in QUARTER is noticeably thin and squeezed, with a long serif descending from the center of the letter. Both sides offer subtle reddish-gold coloration, with a dollop of sage added to the reverse. A few reeding marks are noted in the center reverse, signs of contact with other coins (of the same issue, one might assume), but otherwise the surfaces are splendid and attractive, with a bold strike and excellent appeal.
Struck on both thick and thin planchets, this is another pattern variety that begs for a weight indication on the encapsulation. In earlier editions, the comment on this pattern in Judd was that it "appears to be the first work of Anthony C. Paquet who started working at the Mint on October 20, 1857." Perhaps a dozen exist on both thick and thin planchets according to USPatterns.com, and USPatterns states that this piece might have been a setup piece for Paquet's ten dollar design the following year, Judd-221.
Provenance/Appearances
From Bob Simpson , Heritage Aug 2021 ANA WFOM / Lot #3052; Priors
-Superior Jun 1992 (Jack Adams Collection) / Lot #2374 ( as Brilliant PF60BN );
- Ira and Larry Goldberg;s May 2003 / Lot #574 PCGS 62RB and
- Stacks Oct 16th 2003 Anniversary (Estate of Richard Hillman) / lot #2031, PR62 RB PCGS;
- Lemus-Queller Family Collection Heritage Jan 2009 Fun / Lot #15, NGC PR64BN ( This auction referred to from unknown Stacks Lot #2031?
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| J-221 |
United States
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25C 1858 J-221
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PCGS PF 63
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1858 25C Quarter Dollar
Judd-221, Pollock-264,
Rarity: High R.7, PR63
Ex: Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection.
Plate Coin for type in Andrew Pollock reference (Fig 115)
Struck in Silver with reeded Edge
Obverse: Liberty seated on rock, holding shield and liberty pole with cap, 13 stars around, date below base of rock.
Reverse: Eagle with outspread wings, shield on breast, sprig of olive and three slender arrows in its talons, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA QUARTER DOLLAR around.
Comment:
Anthony C. Paquet joined the Mint engraving department in 1857 and almost immediately starting preparing his own designs for several denominations. This example features the normal obverse employed for regular-issue coinage with a reverse design prepared by Paquet. Note especially the lettering that features tall, slender lines with extended serifs. The eagle is of different proportions with larger wings and smaller claws. Also note the delicate features of arrows and olive branch. All of these design elements point to Paquet as designer of this reverse. Although he also prepared other designs, Paquet is most known for his 1861 double eagle.
Saul Teichman of USPatterns.com has identified five distinct examples of Judd-221, including this Bass Core Collection example. This Select proof features gunmetal-blue and golden-olive patina overall with splashes of rainbow color on the reverse.
95.5 Grams, Dia .948 ", die Alignment 180 Deg
Provenance/Appearances:
From The Harry W. Bass, Jr. Core Collection, Part I. Heritage Sept 29, 2022 29 Signature® Auction - Long Beach / Lot #11078, and the Plate Coin for type in Andrew Pollock reference (Fig 115)
Prior ANA Sale (Stack's, 8/1976), lot 3589.
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| J-336 |
United States
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25C 1863 J-336
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PCGS PF 67 Red Brown
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1863 25C Quarter Dollar,
Judd-336, Pollock-408,
Rarity: Low R.7, PR67 Red and Brown
Ex: Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection.
Struck in Copper with Reeded Edge
Obverse: Similar to the regular-issue Seated quarter of the year.
Reverse: The reverse is also similar in design but bears the With Motto motif on a scroll, as adopted officially in 1866.
Comment:
These Motto patterns were actually struck around 1869 or 1870, according to USPatterns.com. About a dozen examples of Judd-336 are known.
Flashy proof surfaces are magnificently toned in shades of orange, magenta, and violet. Essentially void of contact and carbon.
91.8 grains, diameter 0.957", die alignment 180 deg
Provenance/Appearances:
From The Harry W. Bass, Jr. Core Collection, Part II. Heritage Jan 2023 Fun Lot # 9066, Harry Bass acquired this piece in trade from Numismatics Ltd. (8/12/1972).
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| J-337 |
United States
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25C 1863 J-337
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PCGS PF 65
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1863 25C Quarter Dollar,
Judd-337, Pollock-409
Rarity: High R.7, PF65+ CAC Endorsed
Struck in aluminum with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Similar to the regular-issue Seated quarter of the year.
Reverse: The reverse is also similar in design but bears the With "IN GOD WE TRUST" Motto motif on a scroll, as adopted officially in 1866.
Comment:
The so-called transitional quarter using the reverse of 1866-1891.
These and the other "with motto" patterns of this date and also 1864 and possibly 1865 are actually restrikes made circa 1869 and into the early 1870s and offered with restrikes of other denominations in complete sets. The reverse die used here is the same as on the 1869 and 1870 pattern and trial pieces and 1871 J1093-5 with die rust between the eagle's right (observers left) wing and the olive branch. The Bass foundation example shows extensive rust and may be a very late striking as shown below.
This aluminum J337/P409 has at least 4 confirmed.per USPattern.com
1) Manfra, Tordella,& Brooks 1974 TB - T.R. Walsh
2) Kagin’s Aug 1977 ANA, unknown intermediates, Simpson-Heritage 1/21 - PCGS67
3) Exemplar collection, Heritage 4/13 as NGC65, Stacks&Bowers 8/15 ANA, Legend Auctions 7/18 - PCGS65
4) RARCOA 1/73, Stacks 1/87, possibly the piece graded PCGS64 in their census as it was there prior to #3 being offered.
5) Great Collections 1/30/22 (This piece) possibly the same as #4 (While there are no photos in those auctions the Stacks 1/87 Lot 552 description referred to a row of tiny marks on Liberty which is similar to marks found on this piece)
As there are 5 known of the half dollar and dollar, it is likely another exists. Judd 7th edition notes that one was in the Dr Michal collection which likely is one of above or the 5th piece.
Provenance/ Appearances:
From Great collections Auction 1/30/2022 , Possible RARCOA Jan 1973 FUN Lot # 563; Stacks Jan 1987 / Lot #522
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| J-384 |
United States
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25C 1864 J-384
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PCGS PF 63
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1864 25C Paquet-Designed Quarter
Judd-384, Pollock-452
Rarity: Low R.7, PR63
Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
Obverse: The obverse is the regular-issue Seated Liberty design of 1864.
Reverse: Paquet's reverse features an eagle and shield, olive, and arrows in the claws. Around, the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA with the denomination QUARTER DOLLAR below.
Comment:
The fields on each side are deeply reflective and flash strongly through the light gray-rose toning. Considerable contrast is noted also between the fields and devices.
In the auction listing by Goldberg Auctioneers June 2011 they elaborate some history on Praquet as follows:
Paquet did contract work for the Mint in early 1857, and on October 20 of that year joined the Mint staff as an assistant engraver. He remained in that post through early 1864, after which he returned to the private sector, but continued to do important commissions for the government, including two designs for Indian Peace medals. Paquet furnished the letter punches for certain patterns and possibly regular coins as well, one recorded shipment arriving in late May, 1857, although he could have done earlier work as well. Apparently, the same engraver made up punches for various denominations including the dime, quarter, and half dollar. However, these fonts were not used at the time for circulating coinage.
Provenance / Appearance:
Heritage Jun 2021 Signature Auction / Lot 3756. Prior Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctions June 2011 Pre-Long Beach / Lot 1269; and Heritage Nov 2003 Signature Sale / Lot #11053; ; Possible Superior Oct 1973 / Lot #1527
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| J-387 |
United States
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25C 1864 J-387
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NGC PF 65 BN
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1864 25C
Judd-387, Pollock-455
Rarity: High R.6 PF65 BN
Struck in copper with a reeded edge
Obverse: Struck from the regular obverse die for the Liberty Seated Quarter of the year 1864
Reverse: Paired with the regular reverse die of 1866 with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST above the eagle.
Comment:
The transitional patterns of 1863, 1864 and 1865 -with motto IN GOD WE TRUST were created as numismatic delicacies after the motto had been regularly adopted (in 1866) for general coinage. Specimens were made available to privileged numismatists and were struck in aluminum, copper, and silver. A full set of transitional patterns consists of the quarter dollar, half dollar, and dollar, with dates of 1863, 1864, and 1865. The method of distribution of these is not clear, but William K. Idler, a Philadelphia dealer who commenced trade in 1859, is a strong possibility. At the Mint these pieces were produced secretly, then filtered out into the numismatic marketplace by insiders who had access to coining equipment.
This piece is deep blue-brown toning overall with some slight golden accents at selected recesses of the design, particularly on the reverse.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private sale Jan 2022, Prior Stacks & Bowers August 2011 Chicago ANA Lot #9021, and
Stacks Nov 2006 Lot 1015 ( Passed)
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| J-426 |
United States
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25C 1865 J-426
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NGC PF 65 RB
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1865 25C
Judd-426, Pollock-498,
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65RB CAC Endorsed
EX: Lemus
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Liberty Seated same as regular design of 1865 & 1866
Reverse: Spread wing eagle with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST placed on a scroll in the reverse field above the eagle This is the same design as adopted a year later in 1866
Comment:.
Per USPATTERN>COM actually most of these are believed to be restrikes made circa 1869 and into the early 1870s and offered with restrikes of other denominations in complete sets
Sharp design elements are set against deeply reflective fields 50% red
Provenance/Appearances:
From Great Collections; Priors
- The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Heritage Jan 2009 FUN / Lot #1635 (As NGCPF65 BN),
- Corrado Romano Estate (Stack's, 6/1987), lot 857.
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| J-590 |
United States
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25C 1867 J-590
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NGC PF 64 BN
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1867 25C (Copper)
Judd-590, Pollock-654
High R.7, PR64 BN
Struck I copper with Reeded Edge
Obverse/ Reverse:
Struck using the regular dies of 1867 but in copper
Comment:
While these had been called trials issues it is more likely they were struck for collectors. Only a half-dozen examples are believed known.
The surfaces on this piece show a surprising amount of original red surrounding the devices and within the recesses of the design. No contact marks are observed on either side and the piece is almost carbon-free.
Provenance/ Appearance:
-Heritage Aug 2016 ANA - Anaheim / Lot #6331, Prior
- From the Collection of Donald E. Bently, sold for the benefit of the Bently Foundation. Heritage Mar 2014 San Francisco / Lot #30562;
No earlier auctions could be found however,
- The Heritage Feb 1985 ANA lot 335 plate color image for the obverse looks similar however to the white-up for the reverse does not coincide to this piece
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| J-723 |
United States
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25C 1869 J-723
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PCGS PF 64 Brown
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1869 25C Standard Silver
Judd-723, Pollock-804
Rarity: Low R.7 ; PR64BN
Struck in copper with a reeded edge
Obverse: Bust of Liberty wearing a cap ornamented with three stars with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and a scroll with "IN GOD WE TRUST" . A ribbon across Liberty's shoulder is inscribed LIBERTY.
Reverse: The denomination "25 CENTS' in the center of a wreath composed of oak and laurel leaves, "STANDARD SILVER" is above the wreath and the date "1869" is below and outside the wreath at the border
Comment:
Both sides have fully mirrored surfaces beneath intense blue, green, and gold toning. A few pinpoint flecks and minor planchet granularity are all that limits the grade.This Reverse type was paired with all three 1869 25 Cent Obverses
Provenance/Appearances:
Heritage 2007 Sept Long Beach, CA / Lot #3017 & prior The Jones Beach Collection Heritage 2007 Jan Orlando, FL (FUN) Signature Auction / Lot #1395
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| J-727 |
United States
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25C 1869 J-727
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PCGS PF 64
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1869 25C
Judd-727, Pollock- 808
Rarity: R.5; PR64+
EX: Simpson
Struck in silver with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Bust of Liberty wearing a diadem (tiara) inscribed LIBERTY (without any stars) and her hair is tied back into a bun. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around and the motto IN GOD WE TRUST is in a scroll below
Reverse: The denomination "25 CENTS' in the center of a wreath composed of oak and laurel leaves, "STANDARD SILVER" is above the wreath and the date "1869" is below and outside the wreath at the border
Bold mirrors beam strong from all over. A nice mix of pewter/blue/deep gold/violet swirls all over. Miss Liberty and every detail are full y struck and have delicate frosting. The eye appeal is pretty!
Provenance:
Ex: Bob Simpson, The Regency Auction XX January 2017 / lot 11
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| J-734 |
United States
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25C 1869 J-734
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PCGS PF 62
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1869 25C
Judd-734, Pollock-815
Rarity: Low R.6, PR62
Struck in silver with a plain edge.
Obverse: Liberty, wearing a headband inscribed with LIBERTY in raised letters and a star at the front, faces right. A plain ribbon gracefully flows through Liberty's hair and across her shoulders. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is at the upper rim, with IN GOD WE TRUST in a ribbon below.
Reverse: The denomination "25 CENTS' in the center of a wreath composed of oak and laurel leaves, "STANDARD SILVER" is above the wreath and the date "1869" is below and outside the wreath at the border
Nice smooth honey-gold surfaces with only a few marks for grade
Provenance:
The Cook Family Collection- David Lawrence June 27, 2005 Auction 43
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| J-736 |
United States
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25C 1869 J-736
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NGC PF 66 RB
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1869 25C Standard Silver Quarter, (Copper)
Judd-736, Pollock-817
Rarity: High R.7; PR66RB
Ex: Major Lenox R. Lohr and Empire Coin Co
Struck in copper with a plain edge.
Obverse: Liberty, wearing a headband inscribed with LIBERTY in raised letters and a star at the front, faces right. A plain ribbon gracefully flows through Liberty's hair and across her shoulders. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is at the upper rim, with IN GOD WE TRUST in a ribbon below.
Reverse: The denomination "25 CENTS' in the center of a wreath composed of oak and laurel leaves, "STANDARD SILVER" is above the wreath and the date "1869" is below and outside the wreath at the border
Comment:
63.1 grains. Diameter: 0.899 inches. Die alignment: 170°.
USPatterns.com states "less than a dozen are known." This rose-red pattern is well struck except on the EN in CENTS, opposite the highest portion of the high-relief bust. The dies are slightly rotated, and a wire rim is present on the upper obverse border and right reverse border. Unabraded, though the obverse exhibits a few tiny blue flecks.
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage Dec 2022 / Lot #4075 priors:
- Heritage July 2013 Orlando /Lot #3486 (NGC 65RD)
- Heritage Oct 2012 ANA Dallas/ Lot #5406 (NGC 65RD)
- Heritage Jan 2008 FUN sale/ Lot #3597 (NGC 65RD)
- Heritage Nov 2001 Santa Clara / Lot # 6746 (NGC 65RD)
- Bowers & Merena June 1991 (George N. Polis) / Lot #1122 (PR64 95% RD)
- Ex Major Lenox R. Lohr Collection, Empire Coin Co., 1961
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| J-737 |
United States
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25C 1869 J-737
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PCGS PF 65 Cameo
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1869 25C Standard Silver Quarter,
Judd-737, Pollock-818
Rarity: High R.7; PR65CAM CAC Endorsed
Struck in Aluminum with a Reeded edge.
Obverse: Liberty, wearing a headband inscribed with LIBERTY in raised letters and a star at the front, faces right. A plain ribbon gracefully flows through Liberty's hair and across her shoulders. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is at the upper rim, with IN GOD WE TRUST in a ribbon below.
Reverse: The denomination "25 CENTS' in the center of a wreath composed of oak and laurel leaves, "STANDARD SILVER" is above the wreath and the date "1869" is below and outside the wreath at the border
Comment:
A minimally toned Gem with reflective fields. The strike shows incompleteness on the IB in LIBERTY and the EN in CENTS. Virtually as made, with lamination near the UN in UNITED and about the reverse periphery.
Provenance/Appearances:
From Great Collections Jan 22 2023 / Lot# 1295536, Prior Heritage Sept 2014 Long Beach / Lot #4330 ,and , From The Thompson Collection of US Patterns, Heritage Aug 2011 (Chicago) /Lot# 5263 (AS NGCPR64)
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| J-876 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-876
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PCGS PF 64 Cameo
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1870 25C Standard Silver Quarter Dollar,
Judd-876, Pollock-973
Rarity: Low R.7, PR64 Cam CAC Endorsed
Ex: Simpson / Bass
Struck in Silver with Reeded Edge
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: The reverse has 25 CENTS in the center, surrounded by a thick agricultural wreath with STANDARD in small letters at the top.
Comment:
This Choice Proof has excellent contrast between the fields and devices, with pale champagne toning. A highly attractive example. Blazing silver white mirrors beam boldly all over. The devices stand out in stark, sharp contrast to the surrounding fields. While some light lines are noted in the fields, the eye appeal is unmarred by unsightly mishandling or splotchy toning. A minor spot at 7:30 and 10:00 on the obverse rim, as well as on the 7 on the date serve as pedigree hallmarks.
Provenance/Appearances:
FROM THE GLORIOUS PATTERNS COLLECTION PART II, Legend’s Auction May 2022 Auction #52/ Lot # 305
Priors:
Ex. Lee Hewitt, April 17, 1972; Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection; Bowers & Merena's sale of the Bass Collection, Part I, May 1999 /Lot #1128; Purchased from Lee Hewitt, April 17, 1972;
The James Evans Collection, Heritage, Nov 2004 / Lot #7318; Bob Simpson Collection/ Legends Numismatics
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| J-878 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-878
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NGC PF 65 BN CAMEO
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1870 25C Standard Silver Quarter Dollar,
Judd-878, Pollock-975
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65 BN Cameo
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: The reverse has 25 CENTS in the center, surrounded by a thick agricultural wreath with STANDARD in small letters at the top.
Comment:
Judd-878 is part of the curious series of 1870 patterns with an unusual paring of an obverse and reverse that yields a coin without a country identification,. The "Brown Cameo" designation is not common but is accurate. The surfaces are teal and evenly balanced from side-to-side. When held beneath a light the devices definitely show mint frost against the deeply reflective mirrored fields A lovely piece to hold
Provenance:
Heritage Jan 2018 FUN Signature Auction – Tampa / Lot #5932
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| J-882 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-882
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PCGS PF 61
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1870 25C Quarter Dollar
Judd-882, Pollock-980
Rarity: High R.7, PR61
Struck in silver with a reeded edge
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: A regular issue Motto quarter with Standing spread wing eagle with Motto above
Comment:
A well struck stone-white specimen that has minor die rust on the reverse. The glassy mirror fields provide noticeable contrast with the radiant devices yielding a strong cameo effect..
Originally distributed from the Mint as part of silver pattern proof sets,
Provenance:
Heritage Feb 2010 Long Beach, CA / Lot #1348; Heritage April 2011 Rosemont CSNS / Lot #6239
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| J-885 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-885
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PCGS PF 65 Red Brown
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1870 25C William Barber Seated Liberty Quarter (Copper)
Judd-885, Pollock-983
Rarity: Low R.7, PR65RB
Struck in Copper with a Plain edge
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: A regular issue Motto quarter with Standing spread wing eagle with Motto above
Comment:
There are fewer than a dozen pieces known in copper and with a plain edge. Significant portions of mint red remain on each side with slight mellowing in the fields
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage Dec 2022 Signature® Auction / Lot #4076 ,Priors:
- Legends Sept 2022, Regency auction #54 / Lot #344
- Heritage Sept 2020 , Dallas / lot #3502,
- Heritage Apr 2020 , Dallas / lot #4824,
- Heritage Oct 2019 , Dallas / lot #4214,
- Heritage Nov 2001, Santa Clare / Lot # 6750
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| J-886 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-886
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PCGS PF 65 Cameo
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1870 25C Quarter Dollar
Judd-886, Pollock-985
Rarity: High R.7, PR65 Cam CAC Endorsed
Struck in Aluminum with a reeded edge
Obverse: William Barber rendition of the seated Liberty .Her left hand holding an olive branch and her right support a shield. A free standing liberty pole is behind the portrait, and a ribbon inscribed LIBERTY is draped over the shield. Thirteen stars encircle the periphery with the date 1870 below.
Reverse: A regular issue Motto quarter with Standing spread wing eagle with Motto above
Comment:
This specimen in aluminum with a reeded edge presents brilliant reflective fields and quite a decent strike. Some very light harlines and two tiny reverse blemishes acquired during the manufacturing process are hardly worth mention.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private Transaction 2022, Prior from
- Goldberg Sept 2020 Pre Long Beach lot #1391 (passed);
- Goldberg Jan 2019 Pre Long Beach (passed);
- Goldberg Aug 2014 Pre Long beach lot #1237 (Passed)
- Heritage Mar 2012 New York #1168 / Lot #3901 (Passed)
- Goldberg June 2005 Pre Long Beach / Lot #771,
- ANR Dec 2004 (Frog Run Farm Collection) / Lot #23;
- Superior Aug 2004 (Pittsburgh Elite) / Lot 884;
- Bowers & Merena Jan 1997 (Rarities Sale)/ Lot #454 (NGC 65);
- Stacks Jan 1996 Sale / Lot #649
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| J-892 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-892
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PCGS PF 64
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1870 25 C PR64 Cam
Judd-892, Pollock-992, AW-962
Rarity: Low R.7, (4 to 6 minted and known)
Ex Simpson Collection
Struck in Aluminum with a plain edge
Obverse: Liberty wearing a cap with three large stars and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the bust. The motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" is displayed in a banner beneath the bust. A ribbon crossing her shoulder is inscribed with LIBERTY.
Reverse: The denomination 25 CENTS with the date are inside the wreath of Corn and Cotton with the inscription STANDARD across the top.
Overall, the mirrors are strong and actually are defect free. Miss Liberty and the details do exhibit light roughness. They are also fully struck and have thick frost. The eye appeal is nice
Provenance:
Ex Bob Simpson Collection, Legends Rare Coin Auction May 2017 / Lot 45
Part of the acquisition Mr. Simpson made in 2008 when he bought the huge, $36,000,000 Pattern Collection.
Heritage Dec 1983 (Worth Hill / Lanting Sale)/ Lot #3198
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| J-894 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-894
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PCGS PF 62
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1870 25C PR62
Judd- 894 Pollock-1001
Rarity: R5; PR62
Struck in silver with a reeded edge
Obverse: Liberty Head with a Tiara (diadem) inscriber with LIBERTY and without any stars, and her hair is tied in a bun. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around the bust with IN GOD WE TRUST on a ribbon below.
Reverse: The denomination 25 CENTS and the date 1870 within a wreath of corn and cotton with the inscription STANDARD at the top.
Comment:
A pleasing Proof with pale gold toning and lightly hairlined surfaces. A few minor lint marks and planchet flakes are visible as struck
Provenance/ Appearances:
From Atlanta ANA show Aug 2005; Prior Bowers and Merena March 2001, Sale of the The Cabinet of Lucien M. LaRiviere: Part II /Lot #1039 ($978)
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| J-901 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-901
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PCGS PF 66 Cameo
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1870 25C
Judd-901, Pollock-1016,
Rarity High R.6, (12-20 minted).
PR66+Cameo CAC Endorsed
Ex Simpson Collection.
Struck in silver with a plain edge.
Obverse: The bust of Liberty faces right on the obverse, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and the motto IN GOD WE TRUST on a scroll below. Liberty's hair is tied in a bun, and her headband is ornamented with a star.
Reverse: The denomination 25 CENTS and date 1870 within a wreath of cotton and corn, with the inscription STANDARD SILVER above.
Comment:
Deep mirrors through out the coin with an amazing clarity, are ultra clean, and intense reflection. A beautiful mix of original honey/reddish gold/pale violet colors swirl all over. w/ golden-brown and lilac-red peripheries
All details are needle sharp in strike and with a pale rose frost. The eye appeal incredible.
Provenance
Ex: Bob Simpson Collection
Comment:
Pollack Rates as R7 8-12 Pieces and considering only a 1/2 dozen have been in auctions since 2000 it is most likely closer to an High R7
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| J-895 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-905
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PCGS PF 64
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1870 25C
Judd-905, Pollock-1021
Rarity High R.7, PR64
Struck in Aluminum with Plain Edge
Obverse: The bust of Liberty faces right on the obverse, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and the motto IN GOD WE TRUST on a scroll below. Liberty's hair is tied in a bun, and her headband is ornamented with a star.
Reverse: The denomination 25 CENTS and date 1870 ware ithin a wreath of cotton and corn, with the inscription STANDARD above.
Comments:
An brilliant, well mirrored specimen with universally sharp striking detail throughout the design. Rare, fewer than half a dozen examples of Judd-905 are believed extant in all grades (per uspatterns.com).
Provenance/Appearances:
Stacks and Bowers, March 2021 /Lot #5619
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| J-907 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-907
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PCGS PF 65
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1870 25C
Judd-907, Pollock-995
Rarity: High R.7, PR 65+ CAC Endorsed
Ex: Simpson Collection
Struck in Silver with a Plain edge.
Obverse: A bust of Liberty wearing a cap ornamented with three stars faces right, the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds the figure, and a scroll with IN GOD WE TRUST is below
Reverse: The denomination 25 CENTS and date 1870 within a wreath of cotton and corn, with the inscription STANDARD SILVER above.
Phenomenal mirrors beam from all over. The mirrors have intense clarity, cleanliness, and are boldly reflective. These mirrors ultra-deep. A slight ring of reddish gold/pale gold frames the rims. Miss Liberty and the details have silvery frost and are fully struck. Overall the eye appeal is high end
Provenance:
Ex Simpson - The Regency Auction XX January 2017 / LOT 51, Jan 30, 2020 The Regency Auction #36 / LOT 6
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| J-913 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-913
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PCGS PF 63
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1870 25C
Judd-913, Pollock-1009
Rarity Low R.7, PR63
Ex Bass
Struck in silver with a plain edge.
Obverse: Liberty Head with a Tiara (diadem) inscriber with LIBERTY and without any stars, and her hair is tied in a bun. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around the bust with IN GOD WE TRUST on a ribbon below.
Reverse: The denomination 25 CENTS is centered within the wreath of oak and Laurel while the date 1870 is outside and at the bottom of the wreath and the inscription STANDRAD SILVER is at top.
Comment:
Faint gold toning with a few hairlines in the right obverse field accounting for the grade assigned by PCGS. An attractive, sharply struck cameo Proof. Attractive and CHOICE, this coin offers a wonderful contrast on the obverse, bordering on a full CAM. Sharply struck with beaming, reflective mirrors
Technical Aspects: Weight: 84.4 grains. Diameter: 22.8 mm. Die alignment: 180°.
Provenance:
Ex: Harry Bass
From Legends Auction Regency Auction #26 May 17, 2018 / LOT 816 Prior
Bowers & Merena May 1999 / Harry W. Bass collection; Harry Bass bought this coin from the Stack's 1971 ANA sale, lot 438; earlier ex Waldorf Sale, April 1959, lot 1091
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| J-914 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-914
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PCGS PF 65 Red Brown
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1870 25C
Judd-913, Pollock-1010
Rarity Low R.7, PF65RB CAC Endorsed
Ex Denali
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Liberty Head with a Tiara (diadem) inscriber with LIBERTY and without any stars, and her hair is tied in a bun. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around the bust with IN GOD WE TRUST on a ribbon below.
Reverse: The denomination 25 CENTS is centered within the wreath of oak and Laurel while the date 1870 is outside and at the bottom of the wreath and the inscription STANDRAD SILVER is at top.
Comment:
About a dozen examples are known of this variant. The surfaces are rich mint red with slight bluing seen on each side. Nicely reflective, especially on the obverse
Provenance/Appearances:
From Heritage Dec 2022 / Lot #4077, prior Regency Auction 34 (Legend, 9/2019), lot 542
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| J-920 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-920
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NGC PF 66 RB
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1870 25C
Judd-920, Pollock-1024
Rarity: High R.7 , PR66+RB
Struck in Copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Liberty Head wearing a headband mounted with a star and her hair tied back in a bun. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around and the motto IN GOD WE TRUST on scroll below.
Reverse: The denomination 25 CENTS is centered within the wreath of oak and Laurel while the date 1870 is outside and at the bottom of the wreath and the inscription STANDARD SILVER is at top.
Comment:
This series was also struck in silver, copper, and aluminum and with both reeded and plain edges. All varieties are rare. The present piece is tied for the honor of finest certified with an identically graded PCGS specimen (11/22). Both sides are ruby-red and walnut-brown with mirrored fields and boldly struck devices. No detraction are apparent.
Since 1970 the Judd 920 has only appeared in about 14 times and over half were repeat offerings
Provenance/Appearance:
From Heritage Dec 2022 Signature® Auction / Lot #4078 ,
Could not locate any priors
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| J-922 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-922
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PCGS PF 65 Cameo
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1870 25C
Judd-922, Pollock-1027
Rarity: High R.7 (Only 3-7 Pieces) CAC Endorsed
Struck in aluminum with a reeded edge.
Obverse: Liberty Head wearing a headband mounted with a star and her hair tied back in a bun. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around and the motto IN GOD WE TRUST on scroll below.
Reverse: The denomination 25 CENTS is centered within the wreath of oak and Laurel while the date 1870 is outside and at the bottom of the wreath of Oaks and Laurel of and the inscription STANDRAD SILVER is at top.
Comment: Less than a half dozen examples are believed known of this variant, This problem-free aluminum striking shows the expected deep mirroring in the fields and thick mint frost over the devices. Problem-free throughout.
Provenance/ Appearance:
Private sale March 2019 ( no prior appearances could be traced )
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| J-924 |
United States
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25C 1870 J-924
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PCGS PF 65 Brown
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1870 25C
Judd-924, Pollock-1029
Rarity: High R.7 (Only 3-7 Pieces) PF65BN
Struck in Copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse/Reverse: Struck using the regular Liberty Seated dies of the year
Comment:
This trial strike is toned in rich emerald-brown with purple, blue and gold iridescence that comes into view when held at the right angle of light. A sharply impressed and rather striking example of a Quarter in copper.
Auction records since 1972 suggests there appears only 4 unique specimens that have been sold. The 1991 Bowers sale of the Dr. Polis collections only acknowledge 2 at that time while Pollack had only 3 references- 2 of which could be confirmed as Unique pieces
Provenance/Appearance:
Great Collections Jun 2022 / Lot # 1176137; prior Stacks Nov 2011 Baltimore / Lot # 9094, Believe it is also the Specimen from Bowers & Merena Jun 1991 (Dr. George N. Polis Collection) / Lot #1135 with refence to being ex Major Lenox R. Lohr Collection Empire Coin Co. 1961
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| J-1091 |
United States
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25C 1871 J-1091
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PCGS PF 63 Brown
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1871 Pattern Quarter Dollar.
Judd-1091, Pollock-1227
Rarity: Low R.7Copper. PR63 BN
Struck in Copper with Reeded Edge
Obverse:
Chief Engraver James Barton Longacre's Indian Princess motif with no stars around the border. Miss Liberty is seated facing left wearing a Native American headdress, her left hand resting atop a globe inscribed LIBERTY and her right hand supporting a liberty pole. Two flags are behind the portrait, one of which is ornamented with 13 stars, and the date 1871 is below.
Reverse: A wreath of cotton and corn encircles the denomination 25 CENTS, the word STANDARD inscribed along the upper border.
Comment:
Another Illogical die combinations where there is no reference to the United States.
A predominantly rose-brown example with direct light revealing especially vivid multicolored under-toning that includes shades of red, gold, blue and salmon pink. Were it not for a touch of haziness and a few widely scattered peripheral carbon spots, this lovely specimen would probably have secured a near-Gem grade.
One of only about a dozen survivors of Judd-1091 extant, per the uspatterns.com website with only about 8 in the past 30 years going over the auction blocks
Provenance/Appearance:
From Stacks and Bowers Aug 2019 ANA - Session 5 - U.S. Coins /Lot 3404, Priors:
- Superior 6/17/1977 The Dr. Walter Lee Crouch Collection /Lot 438 ($375)
- Superior 12/16/1972 Rare Coin Auction /Lot 2193 ($175)
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| J-1094 |
United States
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25C 1871 J-1094
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PCGS PF 64 Red Brown
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1871 Pattern Quarter Dollar.
Judd-1094. Pollock-1230
Rarity: High Rarity 7 PF64RB CAC endorsed
Struck in copper with reeded edge
Obverse: The obverse depicts the Indian Princess seated on a Globe, Miss liberty is wearing an Indian headdress, flanked by flags and a long pole with the cap of freedom raised high. Her left hand rests on the globe, inscribed LIBERTY in raised letters. The date is below.
Reverse: For the reverse the normal dies of the quarter of this year are used however there appears a few raised lumps from die rust.
Comment:
Lots of mint red with minor fading and scattered carbon flecks are present on both sides. Fully struck.. This is a stunning pattern issue which shows elegant designs and these are especially attractive when found like this with faded red.
Provenance/ Appearance:
Private transaction May 2021; Prior Listed several times In Goldberg Auctions 2014, 2014 Lot#1039, 2018 Lot # 1839; 2019 Lot# 1127, 2020 Lot #1309; Stacks and Bowers 3/25/2009 "Entlich, White Oak, Gross & St. Andre Collections“ / Lot 5667 (NGC PF65 RB), Notation refer to original H. Sergl cardholder with Adams Woodin attribution and statement of piece being off market for a few generations
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| J-1097 |
United States
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25C 1871 J-1097
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PCGS PF 62 Brown
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1871 25C Standard
Judd-1097, Pollock-1233
Rarity: High R.6, PR62BN
Struck in copper with a reeded edge
Obverse: Longacre's Indian Princess design for the Seated Liberty motif design for Seated Liberty facing left, wearing an Indian headdress and supporting a liberty pole with her right hand. Her left hand rests on a globe inscribed LIBERTY. Behind her is a flag ornamented with 22 stars. Thirteen stars surround, the date 1871 is at the bottom
Reverse:
On the reverse, the denomination 25 CENTS is situated within a wreath of cotton and corn with STANDARD above.
Comment:
Another country less die combination
While only grade a PF62 this piece is sharply struck with only the slightess since of carbon shading and has great eye appeal for the grade.
Provenance/ Appearance:
Private purchase from a dealer in Mar 2019, No other appearance can be found
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| J-1099 |
United States
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25C 1871 J-1099
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PCGS PF 65
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1871 25C
Judd-1099, Pollock-1235
Rarity: High R.7, PR65 Prior CAC Endorsement in NGC PF65 Holderd
Struck in silver with a reeded edge
Obverse: Longacre's Indian Princess design for the Seated Liberty motif design for Seated Liberty facing left, wearing an Indian headdress and supporting a liberty pole with her right hand. Her left hand rests on a globe inscribed LIBERTY. Behind her is a flag ornamented with 22 stars. Thirteen stars surround, the date 1871 is at the bottom
Reverse:
The reverse is the normal With Motto quarter dollar dies with a spread wing eagle and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA above with the motto and the denomination QUAR. DOL. Below
Comment:
Incredibly RARE with perhaps five known examples, and the present coin is among the FINEST known. Highly reflective mirrors have a blazing finish that contrast against the high relief nature of the elegant obverse design which approaches the CAMEO designation. Essentially untoned and totally problem free, this beautiful GEM Proof.
This coin was endorsed by CAC while in the NGC holder and had since been reholdered to a PCGS
Provenance:
From the STEVEN COOK COLLECTION OF PATTERNS, PART 1, Legends Regency Auction #26 5/17/2018 /Lot 829, Prior Heritage Dec 2014 Houston Money Show / Lot #3952 (In NGC Holder #2023961-063 w/CAC), Heritage Jan 2012 FUN – Orlando / Lot #6029 (Same NGC as Previous); Superior Oct 2001 The Pre-Long Beach Coin Sale Lot/2632 ($5865 - NGC65)
per the US Patterns web site and restated in the Heritage Lumus lisitng just 4 other examples traced:
1) DiBello-Stacks 5/70, Stacks 1/87, Queller-Heritage 1/09, Heritage 6/21 - NGC64.
2) Frossard 5/6/1882, Garrett-JHU, Garrett II-B/M 3/80, Bass-B/M 5/99 as PCGS65, Simpson-Heritage 8/21 - PCGS66
3) Faraday-Heritage 94 ANA, Legend, Stacks-Bowers 3/12, Heritage 4/13, LegendAuctions 9/18 - PCGS66
4) Farouk, Johnson-Hughes 1/79, Superior, 5/89, Bowers and Merena 9/94, Goldberg 5/03, Heritage 11/03 - PCGS60
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| J-1198 |
United States
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25C 1872 J-1198
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PCGS PF 64 Brown
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1872 25C Liberty Seated Quarter,
Judd-1198, Pollock-1338,
Rarity: R.8, PR64+ BN
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in copper with a reeded edge
Obverse/Reverse: Both sides feature the regular Seated Liberty quarter dollar design for the year..
Comment:
USPatterns.com reports fewer than six examples known, but the certification totals are even lower. Powder-blue and lavender accents are slightly more pronounced on the reverse, while copper-orange color surrounds the stars and date on the obverse. Razor-sharp and carefully preserved
These coins have been called die trial pieces, but they were actually marketed to collectors as part of complete off-metal sets. One such set was offered in lot 282 of the Woodside Collection (New York Coin & Stamp, 4/1892):
Provenance/Appearances:
Private Sale Jan 2022. Prior:
- Heritage Sept 2020 Important Selections from The Bob R. Simpson Collection, Part I / Lot #10285
- Possible Priors are Heritage Jan 1999 (FUN) / Lot #7539 (NGC65BN Passed) , or the
- Heritage Aug 1992 (A.N.A. ) / Lot # 2602 (NGC64BN)
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| J-1455 |
United States
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25C 1876 J-1455
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PCGS PF 64 Red Brown
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1876 25C (Copper)
Judd-1455, Pollock-1604,
Rarity: R.8, PR64 BN CAC Endorsed
Struck in copper with a reeded edge.
Obverse/ Reverse:
Struck using the regular dies for 1976 but in copper
Comment:
Traditionally described as a regular dies trial striking, the two known pieces were undoubtedly struck for collectors as part of complete copper sets
Only two examples are known, according to USPatterns.com.
This piece has a Brown designation, and the other known piece (sold as part of the Simpson Collection in February of 2021) is a Red and Brown, also a PR64. The surfaces are even brown with underlying reddish patina. Fully struck throughout and problem-free.
This piece was not listed in Adams and Woodin’s reference, but one was in Woodin’s collection in 1914. He had one each of every denomination from 10C through 20$ in copper.
Provenance/Appearances:
Private sale Jan 2022; Prior Heritage Aug 2021 ANA / Lot #4403,
Ex: Lester Merkin Sale (9/1967), Lot #535;
Stacks June 1985 Sale (The June Sale) /Lot #513 ($1320).
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| J-1591 |
United States
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25C 1879 J-1591
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NGC PF 65 BN
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1879 Pattern Washlady Quarter
Judd-1591, Pollock-1784.
Rarity: Low R.7. Proof-65 BN+
Struck in copper with reeded edge
Obverse: Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber's Washlady or Society Lady motif with a left facing head of Liberty. Liberty is wearing a headband inscribed LIBERTY and ornamented with ears of wheat, cotton leaves and bolls. The legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around the border and the date 1879 is below.
Reverse: An eagle with outstretched wings clutches an olive branch in its right talon and three long arrows in its left talon. The Latin motto E PLURIBUS UNUM is inscribed in the field directly above the eagle, the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is above the motto, and the denomination QUAR DOLLAR is inscribed along the lower border.
Comment:
The Washlady design is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful ever produced by the United States Mint and is one of the most eagerly sought patterns. At the time of their creation, however, the Washlady pieces were not held in as high esteem by contemporary collectors. The style of Liberty's hair, in particular, was widely criticized in that it gave the portrait a somewhat disheveled appearance. David Proskey is credited with the Washlady name as an expression of contemporary ridicule for this design, its first known use coming as part of New York Stamp and Coin's April 1891 sale of the F.W. Doughty Collection written as” …. “ Wash-lady” type : profile I., with enormous head of hair, held together by nothing visible…” The modern term "Society Lady" is a more elegant description for this motif, but examples of this type continue to be most widely known by their traditional name. The Washlady motif appears on pattern dimes, quarters, half dollars and dollars of 1879, generally in either silver or copper, although unique white metal impressions are also known for the three largest denominations.
This beautifully toned Gem has cobalt blue, antique gold and lilac undertones to dominant reddish-copper patina. The finish is modestly cameoed, the strike sharply executed and crisp throughout. A coin with superior technical quality and outstanding visual appeal.
Provenance/Appearances:
From Stacks Mar 2023 Rarities Nights / Lot # 3307; Priors
- Legend New Orleans May 2018 / Lot #838,
- Heritage Jan 2015 FUN /Lot # 6761 (PCGSPR65BN);
- Heritage Sept 2014 /Lot #3588 (PCGS65BN);
- Heritage June 2010 Long Beach /Lot #1482 (PCGS64BN);
- The Lemus Collection, Queller Family Collection Part Three Heritage 2009 April-May Cincinnati, OH (CSNS) / Lot #3550
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