1838 10C Partial Drapery MS64 PCGS Secure. Fortin-109....

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Scarce 1838 Partial Drapery Dime, MS64

1838 10C Partial Drapery MS64 PCGS Secure. Fortin-109. The famous Partial Drapery variety is the result of die clashing, with the E of DIME clashed at Liberty's elbow. The present specimen is a late die state known as Fortin-109, with reverse die erosion evident between UNITED and the border. These Partial Drapery coins are scarce and highly collectible in Mint State grades. This lovely piece has frosty luster beneath steel and iridescent toning on both sides. Population: 5 in 64, 4 finer (8/10).
From The Bob Simpson Collection of Seated Dimes.(Registry values: P5)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 237W, PCGS# 4570, GSID# 4028)

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 2.67 grams
ASW: 0.07726oz
Mintage: 1,992,500

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