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Sold on Sep 18, 2008 for: Not Sold
1918-D 10C MS65 Full Bands NGC....
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Sold on Sep 18, 2008 for:
Not Sold Description
Rarely Encountered Full Bands 1918-D Dime, MS65
1918-D 10C MS65 Full Bands NGC. Even though more than 22 million pieces were struck, the 1918-D is generally acknowledged today as the most challenging strike rarity in the Mercury dime series, probably as a result of hurried wartime conditions. Gems are very elusive and plagued by peripheral weakness, which is accompanied by indistinct central bands on all but a few of the Uncirculated population. The current specimen is a notable exception. Its design elements are sharply struck throughout, not just on the bands. Excellent definition is seen in the peripheral lettering (save for minor softness on the base of E in ONE), on the numerals of the date, and on the mintmark. The surfaces have a grainy-textured appearance with soft, glowing luster, and are nearly untoned, except for a whisper of gold color in limited areas. There are no obvious or distracting blemishes on either side of this exceptional coin. Census: 8 in 65, 1 finer (7/08).(Registry values: N7079)Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23H6, PCGS# 4919, GSID# 4532)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 2.49 grams
ASW: 0.07205oz
Mintage: 22,674,800
Auction Info
2008 September Long Beach, CA US Coin Signature Auction #1116 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
September, 2008
17th-21st
Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 3
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