This was among some of the things my father left in 2001 that I have just got to. I Iam not a coin grader but hope to learn. I took some pics. the reverse looks to have a defect but it is the anlge on the rim edge that I took the picture from. The reed edge is good 360 degrees. I should have used a tripod but were at about 100 outside. Any Help on condition and value.On the back ground there are light marks on bothe side ( Bag ) ? It is pretty well defined with some obvious items like eye brow etc. any one who would wish to see large resoltion pics I have the at about two times this size. Be well Floyd
I don't see a pic there Floyd - try again. If you still have trouble, send me the pic and I'll post it
Hot ! It got a bit hot to run the computer 101.2 . then the power went. Thanks for the offer Floyd in Irish or Gaelic means , Gray.
That is one of the nicest examples I have ever seen, especially the reverse. IMO the coin is a solid 64 and might have a shot at 65. In 64 it's about $2500 - 65 is $10k and up
I agree its a really nice coin---The back is the best IMHO but I can't tell about the front....maybe its the lighting but is that some wear on the tip of the hair below LIBERTY and back near the beads? I can't see how the front would get wear and the back be that good unless it was put in a coin folder where the back would have been protected and the front been subject to some rub. Speedy
I agree with GDJMSP that the coin is a solid MS-64 and may even sqeek by with an MS-65 grade! Since PCGS has graded 28 examples in MS-64 and none in MS-65, I would send it in to them for grading and if it does get an MS-65 grade, then it will be the finest that they have ever graded. If the coin does come back with an MS-65 grade, then it should significantly increase the value of the coin and at auction, it is very possible that it would fetch more than the $10,000 that GDJMSP quoted The last MS-64 PCGS graded example sold in 2001 and I believe that the price was hindered by the amount of examples (28) of the coin that exist in MS-64. With the sale of an PCGS graded MS-65 example, I believe that the value of the MS-64 specimens will get a significant boost! Frank
Sorry for the double post but it would not let me correct and add to my original post! I agree with GDJMSP that the coin is a solid MS-64 and may even sqeek by with an MS-65 grade! If it were not for the "D" Mint Mark, one would believe that the coin was a Proof when viewing the Reverse! Since PCGS has graded 28 examples in MS-64 and none in MS-65, I would send it in to them for grading and if it does get an MS-65 grade, then it will be the finest that they have ever graded. If the coin does come back with an MS-65 grade, then it should significantly increase the value of the coin and at auction (if you ever decide to sell it), it is very possible that it would fetch more than the $10,000 that GDJMSP quoted The last MS-64 PCGS graded example sold in 2001 and I believe that the price was hindered by the amount of examples (28) of the coin that exist in MS-64. With the sale of an PCGS graded MS-65 example, I believe that the value of the MS-64 specimens will get a significant boost! Trully, it is also the finest 1907-D Gold Eagle that I and i am sure many otheres have ever laid eyes on! It is definitely one that is destined for a Registry set! Frank
Wow I will post some other pics of the front. Old timers use to carry a luck piece in a vest pocket of their suit . I have seen the people take and rub them. I am very suprised ! Thanks for taking the time to look. Be well Floyd
Thanks I am not sure quite how to proceed. I do collect gold but it is new proof sets so grading etc has never been a problem. I have held it as a hedge against other holdings. Be sure I will keep you informed. Be well Floyd
Thanks To all who reconized this coin as a possible fine collectable,I appreciate your input and information. I signed up with PCGS today and should get the packet next week. I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, and they are in Southern CA so it should not take long to get an answer. I would guess a couple of weeks.I am not going to remove the coin and take any more pictures. I think I would like it to arrive intact. I worked in the Medical field when in the Military and know about handling delicate items. I will keep you informed as to the final outcome. What ever it comes out is OK it still is a good find. Be well Floyd
True but there has been alot rarer coins shown on here first.....the one that comes to mind first is one that is said to be going to be auctioned sometime down the road and will be worth a few million. Speedy
Floyd, You are welcome! However, the thanks should go to you for posting pictures and inquiring about such a fine specimen and for giving us the opportunity to evaluate it! PCGS has some very strict grading standards but I am hoping as I am sure that everyone else here on the forum is hoping, that the coin receives an MS-65 grade. In any case, I think that everyone here sees the coin for what it is (one of the finest specimens known of a 1907-D Liberty Head Gold Eagle) and that your Father is looking down on you with joy in the knowledge that he was able to leave you such a valued prize and that you will take very good care of it! Good luck and take care...Frank
