1849/6 H10C MS65+ PCGS. CAC. V-1, Flynn-OVD-003, VP-001....

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1849/6 Half Dime, MS65+
High Date, V-1 Overdate
Sought-After Guide Book Variety

1849/6 H10C MS65+ PCGS. CAC. V-1, Flynn-OVD-003, VP-001. This is one of three overdate varieties known for the 1849/6 half dime. While some existing references such as the Cherrypickers' Guide maintain that these varieties are 9/8 overdates, the most recent studies recognize them as 9/6 overdates as shown by photographic overlays, and they are thus recognized as 9/6 by PCGS, NGC, and the Guide Book.

The present coin represents the Valentine-1 die pair, attributed by the 184 of the date touching the rock base. This is a less-prominent overdate than the FS-301 and FS-302 varieties, although a clear 6 underdigit is visible within and to the right of the 9. This variety is recognized by NGC as V-1 and discussed in detail by Kevin Flynn in The Authoritative Reference on Liberty Seated Half Dimes. (The Cherrypickers' cross-reference of V-1 to FS-301 is incorrect.) Satiny luster glistens beneath delicate rose and sea-green hues, with champagne accents. The strike is sharp, and no significant abrasions are seen. This is the sole finest "9 Over Widely Placed 6" example at PCGS. Population: 7 in 65 (1 in 65+), 0 finer. CAC: 3 in 65, 2 finer (5/23).
From The Bender Family Collection, Part V.

Coin Index Numbers: (PCGS# 4342, Greysheet# 3810)

Weight: 1.34 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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