1859 $3 MS(PCGS#7979)

August 2019 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Rosemont, IL

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2110

Grade

MS61

Price

2,400

Lot Description

1859 Three-Dollar Gold Piece. MS-61 (NGC). Satiny yellow gold surfaces also reveal suggestions of a modest semi-prooflike finish in the fields as the coin rotates under a light. Boldly, if not sharply struck throughout, both sides are uncommonly free of sizeable abrasions for a BU example of this challenging 19th century gold type. Scarce in all Mint State grades, with the vast majority of this date and mint showing varying degrees of circulation. A pleasing combination of grade and eye appeal offer the date or type collector a wholesome package in this coin. Provenance: From the Maurice Snow Collection. Acquired from Manfra, Tordella & Brookes, December 18, 1978. PCGS# 7979. NGC ID: 25MD. Click here for certification details from NGC.