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CICF Signature Sale 3040 9-10 April 2015
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USA Administration Seven-piece Certified Proof Set 1905, KM-PS3 (KM162-168). Mintage of 471 sets. All coins certified by NGC as follows: 1/2 Centavo, PR64 Red; Centavo, PR66 Red; 5 Centavos, PR66; 10 Centavos, PR67; 20 Centavos, PR66; 50 Centavos, PR66; Peso, PR67.Similar to the previous set, this stunning Proof set features seven, incredibly sharp coins, all of which present premium and unparalleled characteristics. The two bronze denominations are a pleasing shade red with surfaces displaying a glorious, golden tone in a mottled effect. The dove-gray 5 Centavos is essentially pristine with subtle, pastel iridescence that surprises upon rotation. The final four, silver pieces are all replete with captivating patina, and while each selection displays hues of apricot, orchid and sea-green, they do so uniquely from one another.For the sophisticated collector of Philippines and US material, this thoroughly matched Proof set from 1905-which asserts the lowest mintage from this series--is virtually unrivaled in the marketplace, making the likelihood of finding another set in this select quality extremely unlikely. From The Virginia Cabinet
Estimate: 3000-4000 USD
USA Administration Seven-piece Certified Proof Set 1905, KM-PS3 (KM162-168). Mintage of 471 sets. All coins certified by NGC as follows: 1/2 Centavo, PR64 Red; Centavo, PR66 Red; 5 Centavos, PR66; 10 Centavos, PR67; 20 Centavos, PR66; 50 Centavos, PR66; Peso, PR67.Similar to the previous set, this stunning Proof set features seven, incredibly sharp coins, all of which present premium and unparalleled characteristics. The two bronze denominations are a pleasing shade red with surfaces displaying a glorious, golden tone in a mottled effect. The dove-gray 5 Centavos is essentially pristine with subtle, pastel iridescence that surprises upon rotation. The final four, silver pieces are all replete with captivating patina, and while each selection displays hues of apricot, orchid and sea-green, they do so uniquely from one another.For the sophisticated collector of Philippines and US material, this thoroughly matched Proof set from 1905-which asserts the lowest mintage from this series--is virtually unrivaled in the marketplace, making the likelihood of finding another set in this select quality extremely unlikely. From The Virginia Cabinet
Estimate: 3000-4000 USD