Complete 1887 Proof Set of Minor and Silver Coinage. (PCGS). All examples are individually graded and encapsulated by PCGS, as follows:<p><strong>1887 Indian Cent. Proof-64 RD (PCGS).</strong> A fully struck and vivid deep rose specimen, iridescent salmon-pink, powder blue and golden-apricot highlights on the reverse provide further appeal.<p><strong>1887/(6) Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 (PCGS).</strong> Semi-reflective fields support satiny, fully impressed design elements on both sides of this bright silver-gray example.<p><strong>1887 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof-66 (PCGS).</strong> Dusted with delicate silver-lilac and sandy-apricot iridescence, this smooth and inviting Gem makes a lovely impression in all regards.<p><strong>1887 Liberty Seated Dime. Proof-66 (PCGS).</strong> Golden-olive and steel-blue obverse toning gives way to a more vivid array of golden-copper, powder blue and olive-gray iridescence on the reverse. Both sides readily reveal a reflective finish in the fields as the coin dips into a light.<p><em>PCGS Population: 18; 3 finer in this category (Proof-67+ finest).</em><p><strong>1887 Liberty Seated Quarter. Proof-67 (PCGS).</strong> This exceptionally vivid specimen exhibits gorgeous toning in deep olive, cobalt blue, salmon-pink and reddish-gold colors, the central reverse the most vivid area of the coin. Brightly reflective in finish with virtually pristine surfaces.<p><em>PCGS Population: 5; 0 finer in this category.</em><p><strong>1887 Liberty Seated Half Dollar. Proof-65 (PCGS).</strong> A richly and deeply toned Gem with intermingled reddish-rose and olive-blue to dominant steely-charcoal patina.<p><em>PCGS Population: 27; 17 finer in this category (Proof-67+ finest).</em><p><strong>1887 Morgan Silver Dollar. Proof-66+ Cameo (PCGS).</strong> Exceptionally well preserved and smooth for a Proof type that is seldom offered above the Choice grade level. The surfaces are dusted with golden-olive, powder blue and pinkish-silver iridescence that deliver outstanding eye appeal. Well contrasted in finish, as well, with a sharp to full strike.<p><em>PCGS Population: 1; 3 finer in this category (all Proof-67 Cameo).</em><p>The Mint produced 710 silver Proof sets for sale to collectors in 1887. Of those that were actually distributed, most have long since been broken up, the individual coins widely scattered throughout numismatic circles. It has been years since we have seen a complete set, that offered here housed in two sets of consecutively numbered PCGS holders: 44203807 through 44203810 and 44248485 through 44248487. The individual specimens are well matched in quality and eye appeal, and the set in its entirety is sure to have no difficulty finding its way into an advanced collection of classic U.S. Mint Proof coinage. (Total: 7 coins)
