SO-CALLED DOLLAR APPEARANCE/CONDITION:
TOP POP: Type II Variety: Uncirculated+ (Designated Proof-Like by NGC)
*One of the most extraordinary examples of this issue I have ever seen. The strike, with the exception of minor marks/imperfections, is of the highest quality and caliber. The incused, deeply defined details/legends are extremely sharp/clear; particularly, when comparing to other examples of the same issue. The overall frosty, untoned, blazing surfaces reflect light brilliantly; boasting mirrored fields which is nearly unheard of on an issue of this age/type. Gorgeous, very light golden-tangerine toning is seen on the outer obverse/reverse rims. Words are extremely challenging to describe the nature of this specimen, and photos do not reveal its true beauty. It must be examined in-person for the full experience. — Of the 52 total examples graded by NGC, this specific specimen is the “only” one to have received the PL designation. The quality of the original planchet is exceptional and likely one of the first 2,000 to be struck (700 issued). — This issue holds a rarity of R5; however, as the only known proof-like example, it very well could be classified R6 or even R7.*

SO-CALLED DOLLAR BACKGROUND:
“Sale of this type started Feb. 6, 1933. Of 2,000 struck, only 700 were issued and remainder melted down for striking of fourth and final type. Some writers have reported that 2,700 were struck. The 2,000 figure is that of the Colorado State Board of Immigration. All reports agree on the 700 figure.”
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- HK-868 (Type II: Incused): NGC MS-62 PL (R5; Potentially R6/R7 in PL)

DESIGNER: Colorado Century of Progress Commission
ENGRAVER: H.H. Tammen Co.

CATALOG NUMBER: HK-868