1925-S $1 MS(PCGS#7366)

February 2025 Showcase Auction - U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

1168

Grade

MS65

Price

8,400

Lot Description

We note above average striking detail for this challenging issue, the centers with emerging to bold definition that gives way to sharp to full detail toward the borders. A touch of granularity is noted for the obverse, typical of the 1925-S, but the reverse is smoother, and both sides are highly lustrous with swirling cartwheel visual effects. Otherwise brilliant, wisps of sandy-silver tinting are not readily evident at all viewing angles.<p>Trailing only the 1928-S, the 1925-S is the second rarest Peace dollar at or above the Gem Mint State grade level. Obtainable with ease in grades through MS-64, this changes significantly at MS-65. With most uncirculated survivors exhibiting poor striking detail (especially on the top part of the eagle's wing), inferior luster and/or excessive abrasions, the present example is certainly a welcome exception.