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***Auction Highlight*** 1873 Closed 3 Three Dollar Gold $3 Graded ms62 PL By SEGS (fc)

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:23,187.50 - 46,375.00 USD
***Auction Highlight*** 1873 Closed 3 Three Dollar Gold $3 Graded ms62 PL By SEGS (fc)
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***Auction Highlight*** 1873 Closed 3 Three Dollar Gold $3 Graded ms62 PL By SEGS. The 1873 three dollar gold piece is an enigmatic issue. While 25 proofs were reportedly struck, Mint records are silent on the striking of coins for circulation. Nevertheless, numismatic researchers know that business strikes, all of the Closed 3 variety, were in fact produced, generally estimated at about 1,000 coins. Q. David Bowers, in his United States $3 Gold Pieces reference, estimates that 80 to 120 are known, 7 to 11 of which are in Mint State. This attractive Select example displays pleasing apricot-gold surfaces. Both sides yield prooflike fields, and these exhibit a degree of contrast with the devices at all angles. The design features are well-struck, except for a few of the usually seen areas of localized softness in Liberty's hair and the reverse ribbon bow knot. Minuscule marks on each side prevent a higher grade; nevertheless, this coin displays pleasing overall eye appeal. A Corey's Pick, Bid to Win, Don't let it get Away, you might not find its equal Coin. I give this coin my highest recommendation