1858 H10C MS67 PCGS. CAC. V-5....

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1858 Half Dime, MS67
Lovely Iridescent Toning

1858 H10C MS67 PCGS. CAC. V-5. Booming luster highlights the multihued surfaces of this Superb Gem. Both sides present a pleasing mix of gold, russet, and blue-green on this CAC-approved example. The strike is strong overall, and nearly all star centers are defined.

Variety: V-5. The shield point is substantially to the left of 1 in the date, and a die crack connects stars 11-13.

Population Data (8/15): PCGS enumerates 15 submitted in MS67 (one MS67+) and one MS68 finer. NGC counts 28 in MS67 (three MS67 ★ ) and four in MS68 (one MS68 ★ ). This is one of eight in MS67 with the CAC green approval sticker.

Heritage Commentary: Gene Gardner did not mind having multiple examples of a single issue, especially when the additional piece demonstrated a die variety, distinct die state, or was exceptional in some other way. The present V-5 has a distinct date placement, and its attractive toning makes it a worthy member of a collection that also comprised a coin graded MS68 by NGC, and a third graded MS67 by PCGS.

Consignor Commentary: While five coins of this date have been graded MS68 (including one at PCGS), this example, although an MS67, is certainly no slouch. This is a V-5 with the shield pointing well to the left of the 1 in the date. The die crack mentioned in Valentine does connect the last three stars, but the one connecting the first three is not yet in evidence. There is a die line on the reverse that I have seen on other coins and is undoubtedly due to clashing. It is a clear, sharp line that starts in the leaf to the right of the bow, zigzags up to and then under the E in DIME, continues on past the F in HALF, then finally back to the wreath.

Provenance: Purchased from Joseph O'Connor (10/2003).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 233U, PCGS# 4367, Greysheet# 3784)

Weight: 1.24 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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