In an endeavor that spanned more than 25 years, noted numismatist and researcher Bill Fivaz put considerable efforts into obtaining and downgrading coins for his self-named "World's Worst Type Set." As those who know Bill fondly recall, he would show off these heavily worn and sometimes nearly unidentifiable coins at his local coin club and various shows. In recent years, PCGS has recognized this special area of collecting and has created "Low-Ball" Registry Sets, where the lowest grade (Poor-1) is the "best" obtainable specimen.

The true rarity of these exceedingly low-grade, yet problem-free coins is not yet fully recognized by today's collectors. However, recent landmark sales such as The D. Brent Pogue Collection Part VII, which saw prices realized into the thousands of dollars for Poor-1 certified "common" coins, have brought considerable attention to this fascinating and under-appreciated area of collecting. Bill's set comprises 99 pieces across a wide range of types and time periods, almost exclusively certified as Poor-1 or Fair-2. Stack's Bowers Galleries is honored to present this collection to lead their November Collectors Choice Online auction on November 4th, 2020.

Lot 92001: 1837 Feuchtwanger Cent Poor-1

Lot 92022: 1825 Capped Bust Dime. Poor-1

Lot 92032: 1875-S Twenty-Cent Piece. Poor-1

Lot 92033: 1805 Draped Bust Quarter. Fair-2

Lot 92044: 1795 Flowing Hair Half Dollar. Fair-2

Lot 92086: 1855 Liberty Head Eagle. Fair-2

To view the lots or bid, see:
https://auctions.stacksbowers.com/auctions/3-OXEHM/the-november-2020-collectors-choice-online-auction-us-coins-featuring-bill-fivazs-worlds-worst-type-set-lots-92001-92453