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1942-D Nickel, MS65 Full Steps
FS-501, D Over Horizontal D

1942-D 5C D Over Horizontal D, FS-501, MS65 Full Steps PCGS. Apparently the best Mint employees joined the armed forces during World War II, since a sizable number of blunders occurred in 1942. Besides the 1942/1 and 1942/1-D dimes, we have the present Guide Book variety. The mintmark punch was initially entered rotated 90 degrees clockwise, then entered a second time with the correct alignment. The lower curve of the initial horizontal D is visible west of the primary Denver mintmark. This Gem ranks in the top tier of known examples. It is mostly brilliant with traces of medium olive-gold toning and a crisp strike. Abrasions are limited to a single diagonal mark across the dome of Monticello. Population: 6 in 65 Full Steps, 3 finer (4/17).

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 38496, Base PCGS# 84015)

Weight: 5.00 grams

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
June, 2017
8th-11th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 8
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
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Sold on Jun 8, 2017 for: $8,812.50
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