1875 10C PR67 PCGS Secure. CAC. Fortin-102....

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1875 Dime, Spectacular PR67
Tied for Finest at PCGS
Sole CAC Example in This Grade

1875 10C PR67 PCGS Secure. CAC. Fortin-102. Attractive shades of champagne-gold and cerulean-blue patina are joined by blushes of violet on the reverse of this spectacular Superb Gem proof. The design elements are well-detailed, save for softness on the IM in DIME, a typical characteristic of this variety. Well-preserved surfaces are brightly reflective under the toning. Eye appeal is outstanding.

Variety: Fortin-102, R.4. The date slopes downward slightly. The IM of DIME is incompletely struck up.

Population Data (7/14): Two 1875 proof dimes certified by PCGS -- the current PR67 and a PR67 Cameo -- are the finest seen at that service. The finest at NGC are a PR68 and a PR68 Cameo. This piece is the sole PR67 PCGS example with the CAC green approval sticker.

Heritage Commentary: The Mint produced 700 proof dimes in 1875. These later-series proofs are more available than earlier series issues, but at the Superb Gem level of the present piece, they still combine the best attributes of potential numismatic acquisitions: conditional rarity, extreme beauty, intense collector interest -- and they are underrated, as well.(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23CY, PCGS# 4772, Greysheet# 4268)

Weight: 2.49 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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