The Norweb Collection - An American Legacy

July 22, 1958
Dear Abe:
Your ANA Convention catalogue has eye appeal on the outside and substance within. Congratulations, I don't think my wife will make it, but I certainly hope to be there for at least three days.
Very sincerely yours,
Hon. R. Henry Norweb

Abner Kreisberg

A partner with Abe Kosoff in the Numismatic Gallery until its dissolution in 1954, Abner Kreisberg then set up his own business as the Coin Gallery at 228 North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, California. From then through the 1980s he was prominent on the numismatic scene, conducting a number of auctions under the Quality Sales name, and handling numerous rarities. Jerry Cohen was associated with him for many years, beginning about 1960.

December 16, 1954
Dear Mr. Norweb:
I am enclosing a list of territorial patterns which are available, subject to prior sale, at $2,500. I also have available, subject to prior sale, collection of Proof sets from 1858 through 1915 inclusive, all brilliant gems, beautifully mounted. This collection is available, subject to prior sale, at $11,000.
Please let me hear from you-regarding-the above, With kindest regards and seasons greetings, I am,
Sincerely yours,
Abner Kreisberg

The listing referred to included two $50 trial pieces of the United States Assay Office of Gold, one in silver and one in brass; an 1849 Pelican Company plain edge pattern, denomination unstated; 1849 Oregon $10 in lead or pewter; 1850 California Gold Mines in brass; 1860 uniface pattern $5, struck in silver, a type never issued, apparently a Mormon piece; 1860 uniface pattern for $5 in copper, Mormon issue; 1850 Mormon pieces, uniface in white metal, not otherwise described; 1849 Mormon $2 1/2 in copper, reverse only; 1849 Dubosq pattern in copper; nine 1860 and 1861 Clark, Gruber & Co. pieces in copper, and various issues; 1834 Bechtler $5 in copper; 1850 Baldwin, set of two $10 struck in brass and pewter, "horseman" type.

December 22, 1954
Dear Abner:
Thank you for your thought of us with regard to the patterns and the Proof collection. It is good to know that you have us in mind when something special turns up.
In this case however I am afraid it has fallen on barren ground, since we do not collect trial pieces and our Proof sets are complete as of long standing.
My wife joins me in wishing you greetings of the season.
Very sincerely,
R. Henry Norweb

June 7, 1955
Dear Mr. Norweb:
I have in stock, subject to prior sale, the following four rarities: 1838-O half dollar-Uncirculated Gem $4,000.
1884 and 1885 trade dollars in brilliant Proof-for the pair $7,500.
1823 quarter-Extremely Fine $1,100.
I need not tell you how rare these items are. If you can use any of them, please let me know.
Sincerely yours,
Abner Kreisberg

June 16, 1955
Dear Abner:
Many thanks for your letter of the 7th which I found awaiting me here on arrival yesterday.
Happily the collection has all three items, the first two having been in the collection for some time. The 1823 quarter however,
has only recently been added to replace the old one in Fine condition. I am sorry though your offer did not come sooner as it would have meant a sizable saving.
We are glad you are keeping us in mind when material of this fine quality becomes available. We shall be in Cleveland from now until the Omaha convention.
With regards,
Hon. R. Henry Norweb