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1858-S 10C F-101, R.5, MS66 NGC....
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Sold on Dec 7, 2017 for:
$38,400.00
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Description
1858-S Dime, Fully Defined MS66
The Sole Finest Example at NGC
Low-Mintage Key Date
1858-S 10C F-101, R.5, MS66 NGC. Its low mintage and paltry
survival rank the 1858-S among the most elusive dimes in the Seated
Liberty series, especially in high grades. Only 60,000 pieces were
struck, and nearly every coin experienced some degree of
circulation in the West; certified examples average between VF30
and VF35. Approximately 300 to 350 coins survive, but the number of
certified pieces amounts to just 145 coins at NGC and PCGS
combined. Remarkably, there are only eight grading events in Mint
State (10/17).The finest-known examples are well-documented among Seated dime specialists: this piece, the MS66 PCGS coin (Ex: Gardner), and the Eliasberg piece, which has not been seen since that 1996 Bowers and Merena sale and may be the MS64 coin listed at NGC. The price record for this date is held by the PCGS Premium Gem, lot 30258 in our June 2014 Gardner Signature offering, which brought $88,125. All three top examples are from the same die pair, Fortin-101, which is rated High R.7 in Mint State.
Pinpoint-sharp definition on the stars, Liberty's head, and the wreath is a hallmark of this incredible Condition Census rarity. The 1858-S is usually found "well struck" but with "distracting problems" per Brian Greer. This coin has the former quality with none of the latter. Brightly satiny surfaces show just a hint of delicate champagne toning, and the luster is vibrant. The overall desirability is indisputable. This coin presents a fantastic opportunity for the Seated dime specialist.
Ex: Eugene H. Gardner Collection, Part IV (Heritage, 10/2015), lot 98257.
Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 538131, Base PCGS# 4618)
Weight: 2.49 grams
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Auction Info
2017 December 7 - 10 US Coins Signature Auction - Dallas #1265 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
December, 2017
7th-10th
Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 25
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