1859 10C Transitional, Judd-233, Pollock-280, High R.6, PR64 PCGS. CAC. ...

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1859 Judd-233 Pattern Dime, PR64
Elusive Transitional Variety
Sole CAC Example

1859 10C Transitional, Judd-233, Pollock-280, High R.6, PR64 PCGS. CAC. This stunning Choice proof transitional Seated dime exhibits fully mirrored fields that surround the lustrous and sharply defined devices, the whole presentation resting beneath gold, lavender, and blue toning. Diagonal die striations are clearly evident in the obverse and reverse fields.

Variety: Judd-233, Pollock-280. The Stars Obverse design appears on regular issue dimes minted from 1838 to 1859, and the Cereal Wreath reverse design appears on regular issue dimes minted from 1860 to 1891. This variety combines the two designs into a transitional pattern that is struck in silver with a reeded edge.

Population Data (4/15): PCGS has certified 17 of these coins, including three PR63, eight PR64, three PR65, one PR65 Cameo, and two PR66. This is the sole PR64 example with the CAC green approval sticker.

Heritage Commentary: This example is housed in a PCGS green-label holder and likely has a much older provenance waiting to be traced. The 1859 and 1860 Transitional varieties include half dimes of both years, and dimes of 1859. This piece is an ideal addition to a specialized Seated dime collection or advanced pattern cabinet.

Consignor Commentary: A fascinating coin which probably should not be included in this set of Mint State pieces as it is both a proof and a pattern (Judd-233). But I couldn't resist. Nor could others. Fortin includes it in his list of Seated dime varieties. By combining the Stars Obverse of 1859 with the new 1860 reverse, the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA fail to appear on the coin. Hence it has been termed "Stateless." One time thought to be R.7, now R.6 with perhaps 15 to 20 known. The obverse and reverse fields show many die striations and die polishing. But the coin is sharply struck and nicely toned and so presents itself well.

Provenance: Lindesmith Collection Sale (Bowers and Merena, 11/1999), lot 1145.(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23CH, PCGS# 4749, Greysheet# 4217)

Weight: 2.49 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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