Gold Standard Auctions’ December Sale Features Currency, Foreign Coinage, and More

The upcoming Dec 31st Seattle Sage Coin Auction from Gold Standard Auctions features 450 pieces of currency, foreign coinage, and a collection of US coins. It will take place live on December 31, 2024. Online bidding options are available through Bidsquare.

Leading the sale is a Clark Gruber K-10 $5 white metal coin from 1861 (lot #316709; estimate: USD 3,005 – $13,000). By the Kagin reference, this piece represents a K-10, featuring a plain edge with white metal striking of double thickness. A Liberty Head appears with “Pikes Peak” on the diadem. The date (1861) is depicted on the obverse, surrounded by 13 stars. The reverse features a federal eagle, encircled by the words “Clark Gruber & Co. Denver. Five D.” This private company transformed raw gold dust into coinage during the Colorado Gold Rush.

Another notable lot in the catalog is an 1889-CC Morgan silver dollar (lot #316707; estimate: $4,255 – $14,000). Morgan silver dollar coins, such as the 1889-CC dollar, were struck in Carson City as Business (MS) strikes. Despite the low mintage of all Carson City Morgan dollars, 1889-CC silver dollars are by far the rarest. The obverse features Lady Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap, surrounded by stars and the words “E Pluribus Unum.” At the bottom is the date. On the reverse, an eagle is depicted holding an olive branch and arrows, surrounded by olive leaves. The CC mint mark below the wreath indicates Carson City mint. 

A 1921 silver Peace dollar will also be offered (lot #34401d; estimate: $305 – $10,000). The 1921 Peace dollar commemorated peace following World War I. In comparison with later dollars, this one was struck at the Philadelphia Mint in higher relief on both sides. The silver Peace dollar was designed by sculptor Anthony de Francisci and was minted from 1921 to 1928, as well as from 1934 to 1935. A crowned Liberty is featured on the obverse of the coin, with “Liberty; In God We Trust; 1921” inscribed around her. On the reverse is an eagle perched on a rock.

Also available in the sale is a 1921-S buffalo nickel (lot #34408; estimate: $35 – $10,000). This coin was minted by the San Francisco Mint and designed by James E. Fraser. An image of a Native American is depicted on the obverse. An American buffalo is shown on the reverse of the coin. 

Additional lots of interest include:

• A lightly circulated Seated Liberty half dollar from 1859 (lot #34405; estimate: $55 – $10,000) 
• A closely uncirculated 1927 Standing Liberty quarter (lot #34410; estimate: $35 – $10,000)
• A DWM MS64 Toned 1886-P Morgan silver dollar (lot #34511d; estimate: $$70 – $10,000)
• A 1936 PGA MS68 York half dollar (lot #34412d; estimate: $155 – $10,000)
• A set of nine 1956 United States Mint coins (lot #34405s; estimate: $25 – $10,000)

Gold Standard Auctions is an online auction house specializing in rare coins, precious metals, and collectibles. It provides collectors with access to hard-to-find items through reliable and transparent auction practices, while educating the public about monetary history. New technology and exceptional customer service allow Gold Standard Auctions to provide collectors from around the world with quick and convenient sales solutions. The auction house’s mission is to offer collectors everywhere the opportunity to build a collection of the world’s most sought-after collectibles at competitive prices. 

The Dec 31st Seattle Sage Coin Auction from Gold Standard Auctions will begin at 11:00 AM EST on December 31, 2024. To view the complete catalog and register to bid, visit Bidsquare.