1911 Indian Eagle. JD-1, the only known dies. Rarity-5-. Proof-66 (NGC).

An enchanting specimen to represent the classic sandblast variant of the Proof Indian eagle type. The surfaces exhibit a sparkling fine grain texture with deep honey-gold color. Vivid reddish-rose highlights are also noted - very attractive. Both sides are fully struck with intricate definition throughout the design. A virtually pristine appearance rounds out an impressive list of physical attributes for this beautiful coin. After producing Proof eagles in 1909 and 1910 using a satin finish, the Mint reverted to the technique of sandblasting the surfaces after striking for the Proof 1911 issue. Apparently two different finishes were used in production of this issue with the vast majority of examples displaying a coarse grain texture similar to that seen on Proof 1908 eagles. These examples are further identified by deep, rich mustard-gold color. On a minority of Proof 1911 tens extant, including the present example, the finish is of a more fine grain texture and the color a bit lighter, characteristics of the Proof 1912 issue. The total mintage for the Proof 1911 is just 95 pieces, and most numismatic scholars accept a surviving population somewhere in the range of 70 to 80 coins. Opinions vary, of course, with the experts at PCGS CoinFacts providing an estimate of 50 to 65 coins extant. This is one of the finest specimens that we have handled in recent memory, and only our second offering of a Gem-quality specimen in six years. It is a gorgeous coin in all regards that would make an impressive addition to any cabinet.

PCGS# 8893. NGC ID: 26YC.

NGC Census: 7; 11 finer (Proof-68 finest).

From the Addison Collection.