1883 Trade Dollar. Proof-67 (NGC). CAC.One of the most attractive, expertly preserved examples of this extremely popular trade dollar issue that we have offered in recent memory. Both sides are warmly and originally toned with blue, gold and pink iridescence backlighting mauve-gray and steely-charcoal patina. A lively Proof finish shines forth nicely and all viewing angles display the fully impressed, razor sharp devices.<p>The collectible portion of the trade dollar series passed into history in 1883 with a Proof-only delivery of 979 coins (the 1884 and 1885 trade dollars were produced in extremely limited numbers and rank among the classic rarities of U.S. numismatics). This is actually the sixth in a run of consecutive Proof-only issues from the Philadelphia Mint which began in 1878 when Secretary of the Treasury John Sherman halted circulation strike trade dollar production. (The Carson City and San Francisco mints each managed one final circulation strike delivery in 1878 despite the Treasury secretarys order, these to fulfill bullion deposits that had already been received.) The 1883 has long been popular with both type collectors and series specialists. Rare at the Superb Gem grade level, and even more desirable given its wonderfully original appearance, this lovely specimen would do justice to the finest collection.PCGS# 7063. NGC ID: 27YV.NGC Census: 12; 2 finer in this category (Proof-69 finest).<p>CAC Stickered Population: 5; 0.
