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1889 Dime, Colorful PR68
Among the Finest Graded

1889 10C PR68 NGC. A swath of blue and copper-russet complements the pale lilac and gold patina appearing elsewhere on this pristine Superb Gem proof 1889 dime, one of only two in this top grade at NGC (5/14). The finest at PCGS are several submissions in PR67. A pristine proof coin from near the series' end, which would come two years later, in 1891. This beautiful proof dime pedigrees to the Philip Kaufman Collection.
Ex: CSNS Signature (Heritage, 5/2004), lot 6628; purchased from Jason Carter (8/2004).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23DE, PCGS# 4786, Greysheet# 4310)

Weight: 2.49 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
June, 2014
23rd Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 11
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
17.5% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jun 23, 2014 for: $8,518.75
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