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Auction 1341 | Lot 3754 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS68+ PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Jan 13, 2022

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Auction 368 | Lot 5462 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS69★ NGC. When discussing the coinage of 1853, one has to remember the reason for the passage of the Mint Act of that year was to stimulate the circulation of silver and gold coinage. For decades U.S. silver and gold coinage had an intrinsic value that was greater than its face value. Melting was widespread, and the result was the United States was left with a hodgepodge of world coins and tokens for circulation. As hard as it might be to imagine today, Congress had pangs of conscience regarding this Mint bill--they actually believed they might be perceived as cheating the citizens of the U.S. Nevertheless, logic prevailed and the weight of all subsidiary coinage and gold was reduced. In the case of the dime, from 2.67 grams to 2.49 grams. In order to alert the general populace of this reduction in weight and silver content, arrowheads were placed on each side of the date, and this device remained on dimes through 1855.

A staggering 12 million dimes were produced in 1853. These lighter weight coins had the desired effect: they drove out the old, heavier weight coins which were soon replaced with the new, somewhat lighter versions. Although common in worn grades, the 1853 Arrows dime is very elusive at the finer Mint State levels of preservation, particularly when compared to the number of high grade type collectors in today's hobby. This is undoubtedly the finest coin known of this important and historic issue. At the MS69★ level, there really is nowhere else to go. The surfaces of this piece have thick mint frost and the centers are untoned. However, deep cobalt-blue and golden-brown toning surrounds the margins on each side, this, undoubtedly, being responsible for the star designation which indicates added eye appeal for the grade. Fully struck also, as one would expect, there are no obvious abrasions on either side of this remarkable coin. The only disturbance in the fabric of the coin is slight evidence of die clashing. A unique opportunity f (PCGS# 4603)

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Mar 25, 2005

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Auction 1214 | Lot 98253 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS68 PCGS. CAC. Fortin-118. (PCGS# 4603)

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Oct 27, 2014

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Auction 1390 | Lot 3781 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67+ PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Jan 17, 2026

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Auction 1144 | Lot 3642 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67+ PCGS Secure. CAC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Sep 26, 2010

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Auction 271 | Lot 5954 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS68 PCGS. Two distinct types of Seated Dimes were produced in 1853: those without arrows flanking the date, and those with arrows. Examples of the latter type were produced to the new weight standard of 2.49 grams, as specified by the Mint Act of February 21 of this year. 1853 Arrows Dimes (12 million pieces produced) are anything but rare, and even collectors of modest means will have little difficulty obtaining a representative in grades up to and including the MS64 level of preservation. Gems are also relatively obtainable, but pressure from high grade type collectors results in strong auction performances for MS65 and MS66 specimens. Only in the Superb Gem grade range can the 1853 Arrows be called rare, the present MS68 survivor being one of the seven finest examples known to NGC and PCGS combined (7/01).

This is really a beautiful coin. Anyone who views this Superb Gem cannot help but be captivated by the original, multicolored toning. There is an explosion of blue-gray, champagne-russet, and golden-orange colors on the obverse, the reverse is a bit less vibrant with lilac-gray patina and a few scattered electric-blue rim highlights. The obverse is heavily striated (as produced), the reverse displays a few die cracks around the wreath (also as struck), but neither side reveals even the most trivial post-production distraction. A razor sharp specimen, and a coin that is sure to find a place of honor in a type set that highlights unsurpassable quality.
From the Gulf Coast Collection. (PCGS# 4603)

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Oct 6, 2001

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Auction 122 | Lot 6444 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

NGC 1853 Arrows MS 68. A scintillating, flawless Arrows dime. This piece has bright, frosted surfaces that appear to be completely devoid of post-striking impairments. The only ripple in the fabric of this coin are the die clash marks seen in the fields on each side. These, of course, are not flaws in the technical sense as they were transferred onto the coin at the time of striking. Every nuance of detail is fully brought up on each side of this immaculate coin. This piece is tied for finest known with one other coin, a PCGS MS 68 (as of 4/94). (PCGS# 4603)

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Aug 2, 1994

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Auction 112 | Lot 6813 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

NGC 1853 Arrows MS 68. A scintillating, flawless Arrows dime. This piece has bright, frosted surfaces that appear to be completely devoid of post-striking impairments. The only ripple in the fabric of this coin are the die clash marks seen in the fields on each side. These, of course, are not flaws in the technical sense as they were transferred onto the coin at the time of striking. Every nuance of detail is fully brought up on each side of this immaculate coin. This piece is tied for finest known with one other coin, a PCGS MS 68. (PCGS# 4603)

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Feb 8, 1994

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Auction 336 | Lot 2036 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS68 NGC. The Mint Act of February 21, 1853 reduced the weight of the Seated Dime from 2.67 grams to 2.49 grams to discourage hoarding. The Philadelphia Mint delivered a staggering (for the era) total of 12 million 1853-dated Dimes at the new weight standard, each with arrows flanking the date to denote the change. Most of these coins entered circulation, where they replaced their heavier predecessors that had been withdrawn and melted. Although common in worn grades, the 1853 Arrows is very elusive at the finer Mint State levels of preservation, particularly when compared to the number of high grade type collectors in today's hobby.

A truly exquisite representative of this popular, short-lived, three-year type. Scintillating bright luster blankets the completely untoned surfaces. The fields impart a partially reflective finish due to the numerous die striations present (as struck), and we cannot locate a single distracting blemish as would be expected of the assigned grade. Clashmarks are seen in the fields on each side but do not detract in any way. Fully struck with eye appeal to spare. Population: 4 in 68, 1 finer (11/03). (PCGS# 4603)

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Jan 10, 2004

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Auction 1224 | Lot 3815 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 PCGS. (PCGS# 4603)

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Sep 20, 2015

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Auction 1359 | Lot 3759 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 4603)

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May 7, 2023

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Auction 1219 | Lot 3842 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 PCGS. (PCGS# 4603)

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Apr 26, 2015

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Auction 1348 | Lot 3758 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Aug 28, 2022

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Auction 328 | Lot 6546 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 * NGC. When one examines mintage records for dimes from 1796 to 1853, the 1853 has, by far, the highest mintage (12 million coins) of any date. However, what this statistic fails to show is that most of these subsequently entered circulation, and very few Gem example now remain. This is a bright, untoned piece with semi-reflective fields and a crisp, sharp strike. As expected of the Superb grade, there are no mentionable surface flaws, only a few typical die clash marks on each side. An elusive opportunity for the type coin collector. Population: 2 in 67, 4 finer (4/03). (PCGS# 4603)

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Jul 30, 2003

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Auction 1371 | Lot 3318 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Jan 14, 2024

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Auction 414 | Lot 5140 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 PCGS. Fortin-101, Unhubbed date and arrows. Gold was discovered in California in 1848, and a steady flow of bullion soon followed from West coast mines. The U.S. was on a bimetallic gold and silver standard at the time, and the rise in the supply of gold meant that silver was now valued more highly than before. Silver coins vanished from circulation, and many were melted by speculators. This troublesome situation was resolved in 1853 by reducing the weight of the half dime through half dollar. Arrows were added to indicate the change in tenor, and these persisted through 1855. This well struck and flashy Superb Gem is lightly toned and displays prominent clashmarks. A tiny spot northeast of the shield is the sole imperfection. The left arrow is repunched south. From proof dies, although satin luster and slight left side softness on the dentils suggests a commercial striking. Census: 7 in 67, 5 finer (6/06). (PCGS# 4603)

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Aug 14, 2006

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Auction 131 | Lot 134 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 Arrows MS 67 PCGS. Struck for only three years, the Arrows motif has proved to be a popular design type for collectors ... (PCGS# 4603)

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Feb 24, 1995

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Auction 1114 | Lot 80 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 NGC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Aug 3, 2008

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Auction 1296 | Lot 3066 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 NGC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Jun 6, 2019

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Auction 1364 | Lot 3532 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS66 PCGS. CAC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Aug 20, 2023

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Auction 242 | Lot 6824 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS 67 PCGS. The 1853 Arrows has the highest mintage (12 million coins) of any 1796-1853 dime. While circulated and average Mint State examples are readily obtainable, truly spectacular survivors are few and far between. The present lot, therefore, represents a fleeting opportunity for the discerning type collector. An enchanting Superb Gem, the surfaces glow with rich satin luster. All features are crisply defined and the surfaces are essentially brilliant despite the lightest blush of lilac iridescence. Population: 12 in 67, with a mere 3 finer (9/00). (PCGS# 4603)

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Nov 17, 2000

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Auction 330 | Lot 6383 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 PCGS. Pursuant to the Mint Act of February 21, 1853, the federal government reduced the weight of the dime from 2.67 grams to 2.49 grams. To signify this change, Mint Director George N. Eckert decided to place arrows on both sides of the date on all new-tenor coins. This practice continued through 1855 and created an important subtype that is highly coveted by modern collectors.

This satiny specimen displays bright cartwheel sheen and unusually smooth surfaces. Razor-sharp from rim to rim, the strike does not leave any of the design elements incomplete. Completely untoned, both sides exhibit almost mark-free surfaces that typify the vaunted Superb Gem grade. Although relatively available in MS 65 condition, this issue's population drops off drastically as one proceeds into the stratosphere of Mint State grade levels. Population: 13 in 67, 3 finer (8/03). (PCGS# 4603)

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Sep 20, 2003

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Auction 1362 | Lot 3032 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 NGC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Jul 23, 2023

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Auction 1348 | Lot 4396 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67 NGC. (PCGS# 4603)

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Aug 28, 2022

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Auction 388 | Lot 880 » Dimes » Seated Dimes

1853 10C Arrows MS67★ NGC. Pursuant to the Mint Act of February 21, 1853, the federal government reduced the weight of the dime from 2.67 grams to 2.49 grams. To signify this change, Mint Director George N. Eckert decided to place arrows on both sides of the date on all new-tenor coins. This practice continued through 1855 and created an important subtype that is highly coveted by modern collectors.

This satiny specimen displays a modest cartwheel sheen and otherwise silky-smooth surfaces. Razor-sharp from rim to rim, the strike does not leave any of the design elements incomplete. Peripherally toned in deep shades of golden-russet and cobalt-blue, both sides exhibit the mark-free surfaces that typify the vaunted Superb Gem grade. Although relatively available in MS65 condition, this issue's population drops off drastically as one proceeds into the stratosphere of Mint State grade levels. Population: 6 in 67, 5 finer (9/05). (PCGS# 4603)

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Nov 5, 2005

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