Appearance Rarity of Dahlonega and Charlotte Half Eagles
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The Appearance Rarity of Liberty Head Quarter Eagles: How CAC Populations Help Determine Which Dates Are Rare
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After more than a decade of viewing coins, the numbers which CAC has approved are now a significant sample size. In the case of Liberty Head quarter eagles, I believe that any issue with fewer than eight pieces approved show true appearance rarity.
Read MoreTen Trophy Gold Coins and Their Pitches
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I define a “Trophy Coin” as one which suitably combines rarity, appearance, and a great story in one neat package…
Read MoreDWN Buys Very Rare 1838-O Half Dollar
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Douglas Winter Numismatics was the buyer of a very rare 1838-O half dollar graded SP63 by PCGS and approved by CAC. The coin sold for $504,000…
Read MoreGold Coinage of the San Francisco Mint, Part Five: With Motto Half Eagles, 1866-1906
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The motto IN GOD WE TRUST was added to the reverse of the half eagle in 1866 which created a second type of Liberty Head half eagle from San Francisco. A total of 39 issues are known…
Read MoreThree Interesting Coins Sold by DWN
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There are always interesting coins coming and going from our offices and at DWN many of these never make the website…
Read MoreSo...You've Decided to Collect Early American Gold Coins...
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The term “Early American Gold Coins” generally refers to the quarter eagles, half eagles and eagles produced at the Philadelphia mint between 1795 and 1834.
Read MoreOne Bad Apple Don't Spoil The Whole Bunch
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Or Why One Bad Auction Result Shouldn't Take Down Price Levels on Specific Coins
Read MoreDabbling in Territorial and Private Gold Coinage
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