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Description
Key 1872-CC Dime, AU55
One of the Finest Examples Known
1872-CC 10C AU55 NGC. The 1872-CC is arguably the key issue
to the Seated dime series in grades above XF. This was stated in
Brian Greer's reference to the series in 1992, and it still holds
true today. Only 35,480 pieces were struck, and apparently almost
all of the production run entered the channels of commerce and
stayed there. A total of 74 submission events have been recorded by
both NGC and PCGS (6/08). Backing out the usual number of
resubmissions, a realistic estimate of the number of survivors in
all grades is probably in the range of 50-60 pieces.Breen states that two dies were shipped to the Carson City mint in 1872, and he then questions whether both were used. There is only evidence that one set of dies were used this year. Interestingly, all Carson City dimes from 1871 through 1874 are struck from the same reverse die. This reverse die shows widely spaced reeding. A die crack is seen on the later dates and on some of the 1872-CC dimes it is present (it is not present on this piece). 1872-CC dimes are usually irregularly struck, and often show softness on the head and foot of Liberty, as seen here.
This is one of the finest examples of this date and mintmark known. The finest known is a miracle of preservation at the MS63 level. One AU58 coin has been certified, followed by this and another AU55. The surfaces of this piece are somewhat rough and have the appearance of the unalloyed Comstock silver seen on some 1871-CC dimes. Each side has variegated medium and darker gray patina, and there are no obvious or mentionable abrasions on either side.(Registry values: N4719)
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23A8, PCGS# 4657, GSID# 4122)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 2.49 grams
ASW: 0.07205oz
Mintage: 35,480
The Confident Carson City Coin Collector
by Rusty Goe
The Carson City Mint’s celebrated legacy — replete with landmark achievements, setbacks, mysteries and tall tales — is covered in exacting detail in Goe’s three-volume set.
by Rusty Goe
The Carson City Mint’s celebrated legacy — replete with landmark achievements, setbacks, mysteries and tall tales — is covered in exacting detail in Goe’s three-volume set.
Auction Info
2008 July-August Baltimore, MD (ANA) US Coin Signature Auction #1114 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
Jul-Aug, 2008
30th-3rd
Wednesday-Sunday
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