1864 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Fortin-102a, R.5....

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1864 Dime, Fortin-102a, MS66
Only One Finer at PCGS

1864 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Fortin-102a, R.5. Deeply reflective fields and needle-sharp design elements give this Premium Gem exceptional visual appeal, while splashes of amber, teal, and royal-blue accent vibrant mint luster on each side. An outstanding example of this scarce, low-mintage issue of only 11,000 coins.

Variety: Fortin-102a, R.5, from the position of the date and two slight imperfections on the reverse. The lower third of the I in DIME is defective, and the M in DIME has a slight nodule on the left diagonal. The Fortin-102 is the proof die; the 102a is its reuse on business strikes.

Population Data (5/14): PCGS shows two in MS66 and one MS67 finer. NGC shows four in MS66 including one MS66+.

Heritage Commentary: Two sets of dies were used to strike proof dimes in 1864, and at least one pair was retired to the production of business strikes. This piece shows the characteristic die defect on the left diagonal upright of the M in DIME, which evidences the second pair of proof dies, though clash marks in the fields confirm the coin was struck during the later business strike period.

Consignor Commentary: Heavy mottled toning including a profusion of bright blue on the reverse make it difficult to fully analyze the coin. Interesting but not unattractive. Given that only 11,000 were struck it is amazing the coin is rated just R.5.

Provenance: Purchased from Jason Carter (7/2007).(Registry values: N1)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 239M, PCGS# 4639, Greysheet# 4057)

Weight: 2.49 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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