1889 Three-Dollar Gold Piece. MS-65 (PCGS). OGH. This is an exceptionally well preserved and attractive example of the popular final year 1889 $3 gold issue. Smooth surfaces are highly lustrous with an intense satin to softly frosted finish. There is modest reflectivity in the fields that enhances the strong eye appeal. Sharply struck with vivid rose-gold patina. We anticipate that strong bidding will be required to win this premium quality Gem. A few tiny, inoffensive carbon spots on both sides are mentioned solely for accuracy.<p>Circulation strike production for the final date of this denomination amounted to just 2,300 coins, down more than 50% from the previous years mintage, all delivered by the coiner in December of the year (though a portion may never have been distributed). It is thought that 200 to 250 Mint State examples can be accounted for, along with 100 to 130 circulated pieces. The typical circulated specimen is AU. Fortunately for todays quality conscious numismatists, Uncirculated survivors of this date are fairly available in the numismatic marketplace, although we stress that most such examples grade no finer than MS-64. Indeed, finding another coin as nice as this one will require significant patience. From the Monterrey Collection. From the Monterrey Collection.
