1911 $10 PR(PCGS#8893)

February 2026 Showcase Auction - The James A. Stack, Sr. Collection Part II

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

25162

Grade

PR64

Price

96,000

Lot Description

An enchanting specimen to represent the classic sandblast variant of the Proof Indian eagle type. The surfaces exhibit a sparkling fine grain texture with deep honey-mustard color. Soft pinkish-rose highlights are also noted - very attractive. Both sides are fully struck with intricate definition throughout the design. A few "shiny spots" to the high points point to light cabinet handling and help to explain the Proof-64 grade from PCGS, but the appearance is distraction-free at most viewing angles.<p>After producing Proof eagles in 1909 and 1910 using a satin finish, the Mint reverted to the technique of sandblasting the surfaces after striking for the Proof 1911 issue. Apparently two different finishes were used in production of this issue with the vast majority of examples displaying a coarse grain texture similar to that seen on Proof 1908 eagles. These examples are further identified by deep, rich mustard-gold color, as seen here. On a minority of Proof 1911 tens extant the finish is of a more fine grain texture and the color a bit lighter, characteristics of the Proof 1912 issue.<p>The total mintage for the Proof 1911 is just 95 pieces, and most numismatic scholars accept a surviving population somewhere in the range of 70 to 80 coins. Opinions vary, of course, with the experts at <em>PCGS CoinFacts</em> providing an estimate of 50 to 65 coins extant. This is one of the few specimens that we have handled in recent memory. It is a gorgeous coin that would make an impressive addition to any cabinet.