The finest set of "Stella" $4 denomination gold coins in the PCGS Set Registry® will be displayed for the first time anywhere by Tangible Investments of Laguna Beach, California (www.TangibleInvestmentsInc.com) at the American Numismatic Association 2024 Chicago World’s Fair of Money (www.WorldsFairofMoney.com).
The registry lists the historic, low-mintage pattern coins as the current finest set with a weighted grade point average of 66.75, and each of the four coins has cameo quality.
"Of all the world-class rare coins I’ve been fortunate to handle over the past 40 years, this set tops everything," stated Tangible Investments Founder and President Silvano DiGenova.
"The $4 denomination coins got their nickname, Stella, from the five-pointed star in the design on the reverse. They were only struck as proofs in small quantities for two years, 1879 and 1880, with two different obverse designs: Coiled Hair and Flowing Hair on Miss Liberty’s head," explained DiGenova.
The grades are 1879 Coiled Hair PCGS PR65+ CAM CAC with a mintage of only 20; 1879 Flowing Hair PCGS PR67 CAM CAC, mintage 425; 1880 Coiled Hair PCGS PR65+ CAM CAC, mintage 10; and 1880 Flowing Hair PCGS PR66 CAM CAC, mintage 35.
Two of the United States Mint’s most famous engravers designed the coins. The Flowing Hair obverse was created by Charles E. Barber, and the Coiled Hair obverse was designed by George T. Morgan.
The PCGS Set Registry describes $4 gold Stellas as "…one of the most famous and popular sets in all of American numismatics. The odd denomination four-dollar coin has been desired by collectors since their issuance in 1879 and 1880 – they are classic American rarities…one of the most impressive numismatic items one could hope to own and always brings accolades when displayed."
"This is the current finest PCGS Registry set. Furthermore, as a CAC set, it is the finest all-time set. Currently, it is the finest PCGS and CAC Set! The 2024 ANA convention may be the only opportunity for collectors, dealers, and the general public to see these superb-quality, rare coins together," said DiGenova.
"It would take someone over ten years to build a set of similar quality. Three of four coins have such small mintages that it is nearly impossible to obtain all three of them. It is highly unusual to see all four Stellas together in that quality," stated John Albanese, chief executive officer and founder of CAC.
The display will be at the Tangible Investments booth, #401, at the ANA 2024 Chicago World’s Fair of Money in Hall A of the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, in the Chicago suburb of Rosemont.
For additional information about Tangible Investments or the $4 gold Stella set, contact Tangible Investments Senior Vice President Mike Bonham at 949-878-0393 or email mbonham@tii1.com.
Money Metals selling 5oz ATB Silver pucks for $335 ea.
US Mint who???
Noooooooooo!??!!
As long as they don’t stamp FELON on my Money Metals Trump Silver Rounds, I should be ok…
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But then again……
Love any ATB puck inflation, can’t wait for a $500 puck….
:>{|. The burnished sell a little bit better but someday they will buy you a cheeseburger
Kaiser Wilhelm, I actually have two sets of 5, I purchased them for my wife as her and her friends play Yahtzee a lot! I purchased them well over 10 years ago! She loved them!
Well, as always, Good Luck ALL!!!
A tale of two coins–A visual tour. E1 while we’re on the subject and anyone comment as you please btw… The ASE 2011-S PCGS MS70 x 2 coins = Coin(93), and coin(94)–those numbers represent the last 2 numbers on their respective cert #’s. They were not only graded consecutively. They were Minted consecutively?? I’m going to bring up both coins in hi-rez like before. They will open up on their own separate tab/image and you can click to zoom and compare the two coins going ‘back and forth’. Bring up both images to compare, and in order–#93, then #94–it is… Read more »
A couple of thoughts before coin #94 comes up. Click between the two back and forth once they are both up. Zoom with a click as you wish. The small, little black spots are not carbon, debris, whatever. The spots appear black in photos, but in hand they are shiny, silvery, reflective dings & contact marks. Lighting affects reflectivity as well Obverse similarities on both coins; 1) The 2 black dots next to the leafs/branches in her left hand. 2) The black dot on the rim down near 2011. Reverse similarities on both coins; click to zoom if you like…… Read more »
Rick, I have microscopic inspection experience from the tech industry. I did a side by side comparison of the two images. I am of the opinion that the two coins are different. Compare the face of the rims coin to coin. They have different mechanical markings or scratches. However, the black spot pattern is the same from coin to coin and this may be due to contamination that may have accumulated on the die. These two coins may have been struck consecutively or in near sequence to each other. JMHO here. I try to stay away from those. All of… Read more »
Yes I agree with all of that. Yes, they are absolutely two different coins and struck consecutively, or darn near. When I first got the images from PCGS, I thought that they messed up, or purposely got lazy and repeated my coin image. Until further review as you did. Another unique trait that I did not mention before, and along the lines of the rims, is the toning on the rim of coin #93 near 8:00. Coin #94 has zero toning at 8:00 on the rim. Also, that small faint spot next to the date on coin 93, I think… Read more »
WE should have gotten a $TELLA for the tribute Anniversary coins, but get retreads…. Love those Stella’s always aloof She is
Well Kaiser, as John Q said: “ WE should have gotten a $TELLA for the tribute Anniversary coins, but get retreads” However no such luck!
I agree….BUT really another Walking Liberty, 20 $t…… etc. been there done that no brains or per SpongeBob Imagination @ US morons
JQC,
In the mid 1990’s, my local dealer friend showed me 4 proof gold Stellas in PCGS PR-65. He wanted $50K each. At the time I thought that was nuts. Today, I reflect, and think, maybe I was nuts not to buy them. That was the last time I ever saw a Stella again.
ALERT! Instead, WAIT for it…. Here comes the US Mints Circus Silver Medals and Clown coins!ALERT Here comes the “Bat Signal”! DC Comic coins by the US mint! “WASHINGTON – The United States Mint (Mint) is pleased to announce a historic collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products to launch a new collectible coin and medal series celebrating comic book art as a uniquely American artform, featuring DC comic book characters and art. This unprecedented initiative marks the first time the Mint has entered a public–private partnership of this magnitude.” “The new series will feature nine iconic superheroes depicted… Read more »
Marvel hot DC now second tier to,the Kids
In my above post I forgot that there were also RCM Superman coins issued in 2015 as well. GateWest link for any that may be curious what the Royal Canadian Mint came up with and issued in the years I mention.(2013-2016) This allows you to easily locate and see the different coins. You also then have an accurate description of the product and can copy and paste the coins titled name/description into a search at the RCM to relatively easily find the RCM coin listing that will be “archived” on the RCM website.
http://store.gatewestcoin.com/store/cgi/viewMainCategories.cgi?type=store&location=usa&session-id=17U20F59y75H21g&t=207148&site=1
I suppose the push to super heroes is the path forward since coin collecting is becoming extinct due to the move to a more cashless society. We all started collecting coins from the change we received following a purchase at the drugstore. Now, new collectors are not made anymore so the mint needs to try a new schtick to ramp up sales on over priced trinkets and baubles. Not happy with the direction but it is the future… at least for awhile. Probably the way forward is stick with straight bullion and use it to offset the dollar devaluation. The… Read more »
“ Probably the way forward is stick with straight bullion and use it to offset the dollar devaluation”..
And that’s exactly what the USM DC Clown coins will become in short order.
If the USM chooses to lower themselves to the other World Mint desperation gimmicks, so be it.
As long as I get my USM Doggy coin, I’m good to go!
It’s a shame but I will not be pushing DC Comics on my grandkids
They aren’t kid friendly anymore imho
“This opportunity with DC signals an exciting new era for the Mint as we continue our efforts to engage seasoned collectors, but also connect with younger, more diverse audiences,” said the Honorable Ventris C. Gibson, Director of the Mint. “We are thrilled to highlight the role that comic books have played in upholding American values, and the fact that the American public will be a guiding force in shaping this coin and medal series makes it even more special.”
Seasons Collectors gonna run like a snail from salt….. better a set of annual restrikes of past mint gems, which are impossible to afford…..
Now look what you’ve done,
I’m getting “Courtly” ads popping up…
I’m puking.
Cheer up, here you go,
In the right lighting, that Silvery Strike Dimension does come out as you’ve said, and looks pretty good…✓
Rick, Wow, that’s a great coin to have and it looks pretty dang nice! Anyone would be extremely happy to add it to their prized collection. I really enjoy you sharing some of your coins and experience. It’s nice knowing someone that actually posses some of these beauties! I just wish I could hold it in my hands, lol! Both you & E1 talking about the Kennedy’s has sparked my interest and has given me the itch to start looking at some of the better dates in high grade (affordable). I’m kinda saving my money for the Flowing Hair and… Read more »
That’s one way to cancel out and shame one’s culture.
Ventris has a true BS degree – that is NOT indicative of “upholding American values”! Truly disgusting (to me). I grew up in the 1950s when we had REAL American values.
DAVESWFL
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DAVESWFL,
DOUBLE CHECK✔️
Unfortunately, the safety of those cities has been cancelled out. And purposely so.
Major D,
How does “Straight” sound?
Do you have a problem with that?
Now put your guns away.
Cheers
Kaiser,
No worries on your end.