Seated Dime AU-MS Price List - Gerry Fortin Rare Coins

Date	Grade	TPG	Top 100 Variety	GFRC Rating	Price	Description
1837 Large Date	AU53	PCGS 27729570	F-101	Choice	$875	New November 3! F-101, No Stars Type, Choice Original, Thick Crusty Gray Patina, Reflective Luster, Sharp Rims/Cuds, Conservatively Graded, Newtown Collection. Large date obverse and continually popular as a No Stars type coin. An early die state example with no traces of obverse die cracks. Surfaces are covered with crusty grade patina that impedes some of the luster. Under a light source, I see reflective luster on both sides with mostly gold coloring with intermixed aquamarine blues on the reverse. Fully struck as nearly all 1837 dime come. Conservatively graded due to the thick patina. Housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder with blue-white label and edge view insert. A quality duplicate from the Newtown Collection that needs to find a new home. Please note that the obverse holder has some haze especially at the lower left obverse. I've done my best to edit out that haze but smaller section remain on the main devices.
1838 Large Stars	MS64	NGC 1748327001	TOP #6 F-106a R4	Choice	$2000	Late Die State, Shattered Obverse #1, Near Gem Mint State. Top 100 Varieties #6. . A much later die state example with dual die cracks starting at Star 7 and proceeding down through Liberty. An essentially perfect dime with sharp obverse and reverse strike coupled with blemish free fields. The obverse die crack is not the more common F-106 single crack but rather the double crack through Star 6 that is required for F-106a designation. Surfaces are evenly covered with gray/brown patina that reminds me of Eric Newman old paper envelope toned coins. For the variety collector who only wants the best in his Top 100 set. NGC plate coin employed for the NGC press release that announced Liberty Seated Dime Top 100 Varieties being added to VarietyPlus attribution service. Holder serial number 1748327-001.
1838 No Drapery	MS64	PCGS 33698966	F-110 R4	Gem	$1800	Gem Original, Cracked Obverse #2 Early Die State, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Gorgeous Old Album Radial Toning, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. An important offering of the Shattered Obverse #2 early die state that is a substantial challenge in mint state. The obverse of this lovely gem dime has the star 1 attribution point about touching the rock. A die crack proceeds from the right side of the shield on through the rock underneath Liberty's foot/sandal and exits to the rim. The reverse exhibts heavy die clashing upward from the E in DIME and right of the E in ONE. Superior eye appeal is the hallmark of this coin along with satiny luster. Both obverse and reverse centers are toned with a light orange gold that transitions to deep blues at the immediate rims. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval. A pleasing Liberty Seated dime offering from the Newtown Collection that belongs in an advanced collection.
1838	AU55	raw	F-108a R3	Original	$450	Partial Drapery, Brilliant Frosty Luster, Light Aquamarine and Gold Patina, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Traveling Man's Collection. The 1838 "partial drapery" is a Redbook variety and there popular among variety collectors. The "partial drapery" results from heavy die clash marks on obverse and reverse. Those on the reverse are especially bold and easily seen. Rims are quite sharp with brilliant frosty luster that is most eye catching. Lovely aquamarine and gold patina are seen on both side to varying degrees. Strike is boldly executed. Listed in the Liberty Seated Dime Top 100 Die Varieties as #7. Another super offering from the Traveling Man's Liberty Seated dime Dansco album collection.
1838-O Repunched Mintmark	AU55	PCGS 21922297	TOP #3 F-101	Choice	$2300	Repunched Date, Near Gem Original, Conservative Grading, Osprey Collection. A near gem example of the only No Stars dime design type to be struck at the New Orleans mint. A important offering with semi transparent gray fields and ample remaining luster under bright light. Residual mint frost surrounds the main devices and the rim denticles. Several well toned over field ticks in the right field hold this one back from potential gem quality rating. The overall balance between strike, light gray toning and luster is outstanding. Housed in older blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. Another quality offering from the Osprey Collection.
1839 No Drapery	MS64	PCGS 25690021	F-104 R5	Choice	$1525	Choice Original, New F-104 Die State Plate Coin, Flashy Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Heavily Polished Reverse Die, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. A stunning 1839 Liberty Seated dime that awoke my die variety researching spirit when first viewed. I have never seen an 1839 dime with such heavy reverse die polish lines as is the case for the Newtown example. Light wheat-gold toning is seen on the major devices while the fields are semi-prooflike. From a quality rating perspective, this is a near gem with only a few faint hairlines holding it back. I've listed the die marriage as F-104 as a small die line from denticles to STATE(S) is visible. This must be one of the first F-104 strikes as the reverse is uncracked and exhibits a myriad of delicate die polish lines in multiple directions. This example/die state has been added to the web-book as F-104. Later die states, for the same die pairing, were renamed as F-104a and F-104b. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder and an impressive acquistion for the serious die variety specialist. This is yet another fine numismatic property from the Newtown Collection.
1839 No Drapery	MS63	PCGS 84741107	F-107	Choice	$1285	Choice Original, Classic Gold-Blue Toning, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Accurately Graded, Very Pleasing. A gorgeous offering that deserves special consideration. This 1839 F-107 Seated dime is very well balanced with notable eye appeal. Undisturbed frosty cartwheel luster is evident throughout obverse and reverses. Surfaces are perfectly original with classic copper gold and faint blue patina. Strike is well executed. This is a late die state F-107 example with bold die crack from 12:00 down through Liberty's head and stops at the gown line. Right field stars are also connected with die cracks. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval. CAC rewards the choice original surfaces, attractive grading and old time eye appeal.
1839-O Large O	AU55	NGC 4189857001	F-105	Choice	$1050	Ex. Kam Ahwash, Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Faint Gold Patina, Accurately Graded, Denver Collection. An important 1839-O F-105 dime with pedigree directly back to Kam Ahwash including his 1979 flip and hand written notes. This lovely dime was purchase by GFRC through an intermediate collector in the original Ahwash flip and then sold raw to the Denver Collection consignor during March 2015. The Denver Collection consignor did the heavy lifting with grading and CAC approval. Now this historically significant dime is back to the market. Frosty cartwheel luster is immediately evident along with faint gold patina. Strike is complete with high relief stars and nearly every horizontal shield lines well defined with only slight wear impacting the center area. Choice original 1839-O dimes are quite challenging to locate at the higher AU grades and in mint state. A superior offering from the Denver Collection that is housed in newer NGC holder with CAC approval. The original Kam Ahwash flip and hand written insert is included with the purchase to validate the pedigree. The Insert reads, "Nice Luster, Slider UNC, AU55".
1839-O No Drapery	AU50	raw	TOP #14 F-108 R6	Market Acceptable	$975	Huge O Variety, Rare Grade, Top 100 Varieties #14, Details Grade. Definitely a rare grade for the 1839-O Huge O reverse variety when AU details remain. This specimen easily grades AU+ but has dark verdigris covering the obverse stars and date regions coupled with the entire reverse. The dark surfaces were result in a PCGS grade designation of AU Details code 97 (environmental) if holdering were to be attempted. Few examples are know at this grade level and a truly problem free specimen would be priced in the $2000+ range. Offers are welcomed as the dime is listed to sell.
1840 No Drapery	MS63	PCGS 12600953	F-102 R2+	Choice	$1300	Near Gem Original, Light Pewter Gold Patina, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Hammered Strike, Conservative Grading, Newtown Collection. Let's start the description for this lovely 1840 F-102 No Drapery dime with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. PCGS grading is quite conservative as this dime is so well balanced in terms of originality, eye appeal and strike. When building my own Liberty Seated dime set, these parameters guided me to above average purchases for money spent. This 1840 dime fits the bill and would have been acquired if still in the market at the MS63/MS64 grade level. Surfaces are 100% original and covered transparent pewter-gold patina. Cartwheel luster is active with a frosty texture. Since this piece was struck from the early F-102 die pairing, the dies are fresh and the strike is hammered. Fields blemishes are to an abolute minimum. Housed in older blue label holder with standard ring insert. CAC approval rewards the strict originality and overall eye appeal. A superior offering from the Newtown Collection that deserves immediate attention. Trust me, you will not be disappointed with the purchase.
1840-O Large O	AU53	PCGS 29737128	F-101a R4	Original	$1450	Original, Large O, Lapped Dies, Birmingham Collection.. A little background is necessary to understand the New Orleans 1840 Large O variety...both obverse and reverse dies were lapped reducing the amount of device details with the date punch nearly effaced. The reverse die is also well worn and cracked. So strikes are consistently weak. This example offers original surfaces covered with light gray/rose patina on obverse and even silver gray on reverse. Under bright light, this piece retains ample luster, especially on the reverse with some mild PL reflections on the obverse. GFRC images do not well represent this dime and in hand reviewing is suggested.
1841	MS64	PCGS 33457402	F-107a	Choice	$1350	Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Faint Gold at Peripheries, Hammered Strike, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. Frosty original surfaces are the primary highlight of this attractive 1841 F-107a dime. The F-107 die pairing typical produces "delicate" strikes but this specimen offers bold high relief devices without a single trace of weakness. Boldly struck With Stars dimes will exhibit a sharp ridge on the upper and lower scroll edges as this example does. This specimen is in a later die state, with die crack through (S)TATES and into the mid left wreath. Frosty cartwheel luster is vibrant, especially on the reverse. Faint gold is seen at the peripheries. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. A quality duplicate Liberty Seated dime from the Newtown Collection that seeks another home in an advanced collection.
1841-O	MS64	NGC 323715002	F-109 R2	Choice	$2100	Choice Original, Open Bud Small O. Birmingham Collection.. An important offering as 1841 New Orleans dimes become quite scarce at the near gem level. This piece is well struck on the obverse with strong definition Liberty's head and hair curls while the reverse bow knot is a rad weak as usually seen. Deep gray toning covers both obverse and reverse with strong underlying red coloration. This piece also shows the satiny finish typically seen on many New Orleans struck coins. Very scarce at this grade level and reasonable priced. Housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert; serial number 323715-002.
1841-O	AU55	PCGS 06935835	TOP #19 F-101	Gem	$35000	Transitional Large O Closed Bud Reverse, Finest Extant, Gem Original, Greer Guidebook Plate Coin, Gerry Fortin Top 100 Varieties Collection. Ahwash 1, Greer 102, Transitional Large O Closed Bud Reverse. Struck in early 1841 at the New Orleans mint with a left over Closed Bud reverse die from 1840 due to lack of die shipment of the new Open Bud reverse design. Greer indicates that "transitional Large and Small O dimes were struck from leftover 1840-O reverse dies most likely before the arrival of the first reverse dies of 1841 Open Bud which were delivered on Apri 7, 1841. Mint records for 1841 show 160,000 dimes were delivered from New Orleans prior to April of that year. I believe that these were deliveries included the Closed Bud 1841-O dimes, as well as many dated 1840-O. The extreme rarity of both closed bud varieties indicates a very small mintage." Collectors have been attempting for years to cherrypick examples due to substantial premiums in all grades. I consider both the Large and Small O Transitional Closed Bud dimes to be key entries in the Top 100 Liberty Seated Dime Variety set. Large O Closed Bud dimes can be located in lower circulated grades between AG and VF. Most will be found with problems due to lengthy time in circulation. Obtaining problem free and original examples in EF or better will require a long term collecting horizon as few are known. Once obtained, these specimens will typical reside in an advanced seated coinage collection for multiple years. Housed in older blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. The PCGS label reads, "Transitional Rev Large O, FS-902". A very special offering for the advanced collector who desires the finest numismatic properties and a piece of numismatic history given the Greer Guidebook plate coin pedigree.
1842-O	AU50	PCGS OGH 3298678	TOP 23 F-103	Choice	$1950	Shattered Reverse Die of 1841, Medium O, Choice Original, Fully Struck, Light Gold Patina, Gerry Fortin Top 100 Varieties Collection. Ahwash 3, Greer 101, Medium O, Shattered Reverse Die of 1841. Reverse C for the 1842-O date is a left over die from 1841. It was previously labeled as the 1841 Reverse D. When reused in 1842, the die has degraded further with numerous die cracks and considerable weakness in the legend. It is likely that this reverse was lapped considering the reduction in wreath and legend details when compared to the bolder reverse strikes on 1841-O Medium O examples. Many circulated 1842-O examples are seen struck from this die pair with the legend being barely visible outside of the wreath leaves. The position of the die crack through STAT(ES) is the primary diagnostic for this variety. The offered example is the Fortin web-book plate coin and off the market for over a decade. Surfaces are covered with a uniform light gold patina and blemish free. Just try finding a better example at the AU grade level given the badly lapped reverse die and low survival rates in AU and Mint State graded. Housed in PCGS old green holder with CAC approval.
1842-O	AU50	PCGS 25063536	F-105	Gem	$1500	Gem Original, Old Album Reverse Bullseye Toning, Superior Bright Light Eye Appeal, Well Struck For Date, Kansas Collection. A gem original 1842-O F-105 example that is worthy of the finest Liberty Seated dime collections. During in hand viewing, surfaces are mostly light gray with rainbow bullseye toning on the reverse. Tilting this piece under a bright light brings about a seriously pleasurable viewing experience which is captured in the images. Fields are esentially blemish free with just a touch of micro chatter within left field that is of no consequence. This lovely 1842-is all about the bright light luster and rainbow toning. Housed in 2013 transitional PCGS holder with blue label and edge view insert. A superb offering from the Kansas Collection.
1843	MS64	PCGS OGH 2283808	F-104	Choice	$2050	Near Gem Original, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Pastel Mint-Gold, Rose and Aquamarine Patina, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection . Late Die F-104, No Repunching on 8 Digit. 1843 Philadelpha strikes are relative available in circulated grades and in lower mint state grades. At the MS64 grade level, this date becomes quite scarce with limited auction appearance. This near gem example was purchased by the Newtown Collection from Heritage April 2016 auction at a strong hammer price due to old time originality and CAC approval. A most attractive example that is fully struck with satiny luster and original toning that consists of mint-gold, rose and aquamarine hues. Housed in PCGS old green holder with completely warranted CAC approval. A quality duplicate from the Newtown Collection that belongs in another advanced Liberty Seated dime collection.
1845	MS63	NGC 2117830001	F-104a	Original	$785	Attractive Aquamarine Toning, Original Surfaces, Accurately Graded, Florida Collection.. A fully struck F-104a example that offers reflective luster and aquamarine toning. Original surfaces are essentially blemish free with only a tiny mark above O(NE) being mentioned for 100% accuracy. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert. A quality offering from the Florida Collection.
1845	AU55	NGC 3418853004	F-101	Choice	$575	Gorgeous Peripheral Toning, Choice Original, Frosty Center Luster, Accurately Graded, Denver Collection. Ex. Gerry Fortin Collection. Substantial eye appeal is at hand with this choice original 1845 F-101 dime. Multi-color peripheral toning graces both obverse and reverse with deep aquamarine shades on the reverse. Untoned center regions offer frosty cartwheel luster. Bright light viewing is an absolute joy due to the interactions between perpheral colors and underlying luster. Strike is complete. Blemishes are limited to one field mark between DIME and the ribbon bows that is not distracting. Originally part of the Gerry Fortin reference collection until sold into the Denver Collection. Housed in newer NGC holder with with edge view insert and CAC approval. A special early date Liberty Seated dime offering that belongs in an advanced collection.
1845	AU50	NGC 2550576001	F-105a R4	Original	$160	Choice Original, Attractive Rose/Gray, Flat Strike.. Locating choice examples of the earlier Philadelphia With Stars dates is not that easily. So when a lovely example like this 1845 appears, then collectors should take notice. This piece is strictly original with attractive rose and gray patina covering the obverse and reverse. The obverse strike is a tad weak at the upper gown line and across the lower knee but the grading is accurate at the AU50 wear point. Fields and devices are completely blemish free. My images well capture the in hand appearance and colors. Under bright light, the obverse colors transition to light rose and blue rims along with ample luster. The reverse turns to a nice even gold. This is the F-105a variety and the reverse die crack through STAT(E)S into the upper right wreath is bold. Housed in new NGC holder; serial number 2550576-001. A real value at the asking price.
1848	AU58	PCGS 30770586	F-101a	Original	$435	Underrated Date, Original Surfaces, Reflective Luster, Lightly Mirrored Fields, Gray-Gold Patina, Hammered Strike, Accurately Graded, Twins Lakes Collection. 1848 Philadelphia strikes have long been an underrated date. Mintage of 451,500 would indicate a fairly large number of survivors but that is not the case. PCGS has certified only twelve (12) in all VF grades and nineteen (19) in combined EF40 and EF45. At the AU58 grade level, there are only six (6). Definitely information to consider when examing this lovely F-101a example that offers lightly mirrored fields and reflective luster as is often seen for the variety. Gray-gold patina covers both sides and shifts to blues, rose and gold under a light source. Strike is absolutely hammered with high relief stars and bold reverse wreath devices. The F-101a later die state die cracks are easily seen with a 10x loupe. Accurately graded and housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder.
1849	MS63	PCGS 21190006	F-101 R4	Choice	$985	New November 12! F-101, Original Creamy Luster, Bold Obverse Strike, Very Scarce in Mint State, Massachusetts Collection. Ex. Birmingham Collection. I still don't understand why higher grade 1849 dimes lack respect. The PCGS population reports are low at (6) MS63, (9) MS64, (1) MS65 and (1) MS66. The MS64 number has regrade attempts due to a large MS65 price jump. The Massachusetts Collection example has typical satiny surfaces with a hint of light gold. Strike is all there with complete head details and bold star centrils while the reverse has complete wreath leaves other than a spot at 10:00 which is typical for the F-101 die pairing. Surfaces are blemish free and attractive. Housed in old PCGS blue label holder with standard ring insert. Recently upgraded and now back on the market as the second time through GFRC price list.
1849	AU58	PCGS 90091682	F-104	Choice	$650	Repunched Date, Frosty Golden Luster, Hammered Strike, Conservatively Graded, Indiana Collection. A bold and brilliant example of the popular 1849 repunched date die variety. For years, this variety was listed as 1849/8 overdate but was questioned by Greer and later debunked when writing the "web-book" as remnants of the first date punch are clealy evident in the upper loops of the 8 and 9 digits. This repunching is bold and well displayed within the date digits of this eye appealing AU58 example. Brilliant luster remains in harmony with peripheral burnt gold on both sides. Strike is hammered and adds to the desireability. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s. An old time Liberty Seated dime that has been in the Indiana Collection since 1994; purchased directly from Brian Greer.
1849	AU50	PCGS OGH 9892659	F-101	Original	$200	Hammered Strike, Original Faint Gold Patina, Residual Luster, Accurately Graded, Tenafly Collection. The 1849 F-101 die pairing is the best opportunity for securing an example of the date with a complete strike. This example is accurately graded with big bold devices and residual mint frost in the protect areas; especially within the reverse ribbon bow. Surfaces are blemish free other than a very faint mark on Liberty's cheek that is old and toned over. A faint gold skin covers both obverse and reverse. This example is strictly original and near choice. Housed in PCGS old green holder and fairly graded. Yet another attractive Liberty Seated dime offering from the Tenafly Collection to consider.
1851-O	AU50	raw	F-101	Original	$1075	Challenging New Orleans Date in AU Grade, Original Rose Gold Patina, Florida Collection. A quick review of CoinFacts will immediately highlight how rare the 1851 New Orleans dates becomes in AU or better. Only (16) have been certified by PCGS in all AU grades with only (4) at the mint state level. The offered example grades full AU. Surfaces are covered with rose gold patina and a quite lustrous under bright light. Mint frosty is observed in the protected device areas while strike better than average. An Original quality rating has been assigned though there are some random wispy lines and two rim marks at the left obverse. I believe this piece has the possibility to be certified at a TPG. An important offering from the Florida Collection.
1853 No Arrows	MS64	NGC 1725801002	F-101 R4	Gem	HOLD $2200	Kam Ahwash Plate Coin, Gem Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Light Copper Gold Patina, Hammered Strike, Conservatively Grade, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. The Kamal Ahwash plate coin as featured on page 124 of his ground breaking die variety guide, Encyclopedia of United States Dimes 1837 - 1891. Purchased by Gerry Fortin February 1994 and sent to NGC for grasding in the 1999 timeframe. Since that time, this special 1853 No Arrows dime has been the F-101 plate coin within The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors. A wonderful specimen regardless of pedigrees with bold frosty luster and cartwheel effects. Surfaces are near gem original with only the luster holding back a higher grade. A light copper gold patina convers both sides. Strike is absolutely hammered without a single thread of weakness. Fairly priced and seeking a new home in an advanced Seated dime collections where the pedigrees will be maintained. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert dating back to late 1990s timeframe. From the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection.
1853 With Arrows	MS63	PCGS 29760200		Choice	$700	Choice Original, Hammered Strike, Crusty Olive-Gold, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Accurately Graded, Great Type Coin Offering. Hubbed Arrows and Date hub design. This super 1853 with arrows dime is 100% original with crusty olive-gold obverse patina and light burnt gold coloring on the reverse. Surfaces produce frosty cartwheel that is more pronounced on the reverse due to the lighter toning. Strike is hammered with no device weakness whatsoever. Accurately graded and housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder with CAC approval. CAC approval captures the strict originality and overall eye appeal. A great potential With Arrows type coin for fans of old time surfaces.
1853 With Arrows	MS63	PCGS 35753572		Choice	$715	New December 8! With Arrows Type, Hubbed Arrows and Date, Choice Original, Old Album Radial Toning, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Fully Struck. Spectacular eye appeal due to old album toning and complete strike. Frosty luster is active on both sides with cartwheel action under a light source. Surfaces are choice with olive-gold patina covering the obverse while the reverse offers beautiful old album ring toning. Rose center is nicely framed by light blue followed by thin golden arc at the denticles. Struck from hubbed arrows and date obverse die without die cracks therefore unable to render an attribution. Strike is hammered with every device detail sharply defined. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval. A wonderful offering for a type set or inclusion in a regular Seated dime date and mintmark set.
1853 With Arrows	AU58	PCGS 85100415		Choice	$275	Hubbed Date and Arrows, Choice Original, Crusty Gray-Gold Patina, Residual Luster, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. A lovely 1853 With Arrows example struck with hubbed date and arrows along with the primary devices. Definitely choice as surfaces are entirely blemish free and covered with gray-gold patina. The reverse is more crusty while lovely golden luster is apparent on the reverse when viewed with a light source. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Worthy of a CAC approval attempt. Another fine numismatic offering from the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection.
1853 With Arrows	AU50	raw	F-107	Cleaned	$185	Repunched Date, Early Die State, Mirrored Surfaces, Hammered Strike, Old Light Clean, Top 100 Varieties, Indiana Collection. An early die state F-107 example of the famous 1853 With Arrows repunched date variety with proof like fields. An opportunity to view most of the die variety diagnostic points in bold clarity. Thick digit repunching is readily visible to the bottom right of each date digit. On the right arrow, there is a die defect type pimple. Faint die polish lines are seen on the obverse die with a slight downward slope from left to right. Strike is crisply executed. Surfaces have seen a light clean based on the reflectivity but there are no mechanical signs of such a cleaning. Listed in the Top 100 Varieties set and an excellent filler example. An important Liberty Seated dime die variety offering from the Indiana Collection.
1854 With Arrows	AU55	PCGS 09943398	F-106a	Original	$250	Pleasing With Arrows Type Coin, Cracked Obverse, Original Gray Patina. A perfect With Arrows type Seated dime with thick gray patina. Surfaces are 100% original and emit plenty of satiny luster when viewed under a light source. The F-106a variety captures a cracked obverse with die cracks through all stars and date digits. Well struck and blemish free. Housed in old blue label PCGS with standard ring insert.
1854-O With Arrows	MS64	PCGS 26788423		Choice	$2500	Unlisted, Choice Surfaces, Crusty Original Patina, Full Strike.. It is doubtful that GFRC customers will locate a more obviously original example than this piece. Obverse is covered with crusty gray toning while the reverse features light mottled gray over undisturbed lustrous fields. Under bright light, the obverse transitions to an attractive gray/gold. Device and fields are fully blemish free. This piece is an unlisted variety with reverse die cracks from AMERI(CA) to rim. Housed in older PCGS blue label holder with three prong edge view insert. If strict originality on mint state dimes is a priority, then please consider this wonderful example. Housed in 2013 transitional PCGS holder with blue label and edge view insert. Any white lines or areas on the images are plastic scrapes on the holder and not on the offered dime.
1855 With Arrows	AU53	PCGS 28172760	F-105	Original	$165	Weakly Hubbed Date, Original Gray Patina, Residual Golden Luster, Well Struck, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. All 1855 obverse working dies were hubbed with arrows already installed in the master die. As a result, there is no movement in the date and arrows placement. However, some 1855 dimes will be found with a weak date punch including the top of the first 5 digit being missing. This is the result of a poor hubbing of the working die. Die variety F-105 is one of those occurrences. This example was previously employed as a plate coin in The Definite Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors die variety guide. Surfaces are original with uniform medium gray patina. Toning shifts dramatically, under a light source, when the residual luster activates lovely gold-rose. Fully struck but device features are not crisp due to the poor obverse hubbing. Housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder. From the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection.
1856 Small Date	MS64	PCGS 21272615	F-103	Choice	$1250	New October 21! Small Date, Fully Struck, Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Tannish Gray Patina, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. The 1856 Small Date F-103 web-book plate and in the Fortin Collection since 1990. I really hate to sell this lovely dime as one of the mint state pieces acquired decades ago. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert and CAC approval.
1856 Small Date	MS62	PCGS 30447899	F-105	Choice	$450	Choice Original, Lapped Obverse Die, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, F-105 Web-book Plate Coin, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Early types coins struck from heavily lapped dies tend to be conservatively graded. Expected device details are missing leading to a lowered grade. Case in point is this lovely 1856 Small Date F-105 dime that is one of the plate coins in The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors. The F-105 die variety comes with faint doubling on the shield and a weak date punch due to obverse die lapping. The web-book plate coin offers choice original surfaces and frosty cartwheel luster throughout obverse and reverse. Speckled darker gold surrounds the stars and reverse legend. Strike is nearly complete with all stars, except 13, being nicely round and with connected centrils. Liberty's head and gown line are weak due to die lapping along with the date and stars in the right field. The originally hubbed obverse die can be viewed by checking the F-111 die variety in the Fortin web-book. The difference is dramatic. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder and seeking a new home in a die variety collection.
1856 Small Date	AU58	PCGS 30447896	TOP #42 F-110 R4	Choice	$550	Doubled Die North, Bold Luster, Light Gold at Rims, Choice Original, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Collection and Web-Book Plate Coin. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder with edge insert. Full description once images are available.
1856 Small Date	AU53	PCGS 30447898	F-121 R3	Choice	$275	Repunched 8, Light Olive Gray, Choice Original, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Collection and Web-Book Plate Coin. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder with edge insert. CAC approval validates the strict originality and accurate grading.
1856 Small Date	AU50	raw	F-123 R4+	Cleaned	New Price $85	Vertical Die Lines on Reverse, Typical Strike, Cleaned, Very Scarce, Indiana Collection. Several lines are seen on the obverse. A very difficult die variety to locate.
1858-O	MS63	PCGS 22070078	F-101	Choice	$2650	Scarce Date, Gorgeous Toning, Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Sky Blue and Rose Patina, Accurately Graded, Denver Collection. Ex. Gerry Fortin Collection. The 1858-O dates has a modest mintage of 290,000 and is scarce in circulated grades and rare at the mint state level. PCGS population report in MS63 is only four examples certified. This spectacular 1858-O MS63 dime spent years in my Liberty Seated dime date and mintmark set before being upgraded. Originally purchased in an NGC MS64 holder and downgraded into PCGS MS63 holder where it still resides today. Please carefully inspect the GFRC images and then use your imagination to visualize both sides having reflective cartwheel luster under the blue and rose toning. The color and luster combination is so compeling and attractive under a light source. Strike is a tad weak on the upper reverse which is well recognized for this date. Housed in old PCGS blue label holder with standard ring insert. An important numismatic property from the Denver Collection that belongs in an advanced Seated dime collection.
1858-S	AU50	PCGS 85179463	F-102 R5	Market Acceptable	$2250	Difficult Date at AU Grade Level, Hammered Strike, Gray-Gold Patina, Residual Luster, Accurately Graded, Details Grade, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Locating any 1858 San Francisco dime at AU grade levels will prove to be quite challenging. This example is the F-102 web-book plate coin at www.seateddimevarieties.com and has been in the Gerry Fortin reference collection since 2004. Up until 2004, I struggled to locate a strong example of the F-102 die pairing and settled for this AU55 specimen in raw condition. Let's go through the highlights considering PCGS recently assigned an AU Details - Cleaned grade. First of all, this example has a bold hammered strike that one does not often see for the 1858 San Francisco date. Most examples are from the F-103 die pairing which has ongoing weak strikes. Next is toning. The obverse center is toned a deep gun metal gray and surrounded by golden shades at the stars and into the rim. The reverse is toned a consistent copper-rose with plenty of residual luster during bright light viewing. The PCGS AU Details grade was assigned due to faint vertical hairlines across Liberty's body. These can be seen with 10x loop under a light source. The hairlines do not extend into the left and right obverse fields. On the reverse, there are very faint hairlines between ONE and DIME otherwise the surrounding wreath is original. With the advent of technical grading, this boldly struck and nicely toned 1858-S dime is detailed graded. I paid a large sum to acquire and have priced it to reflect the obverse hairlines. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. From the Gerry Fortin reference collection. Unfortunately, not every Seated dime in that collection is perfectly original as die variety collecting does necessitate some compromises at time.
1859	PR64	PCGS 50064684		Choice	$1850	Near Gem Original, Crusty Gray Patina, Active Mirrors, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection . At GFRC, we like our LIberty Seated coinage, including proofs, to have 100% natural surfaces and crusty gray patina where possible. This is the case for this near gem original 1859 proof strike. Sourced from a Heritage auction way back during November 2003 due to the atypical crusty obverse toning with incremental gray patina on the reverse. Under the toning are active mirrors. Strike is absolutely hammered. 1859 proofs were minted from two different obverse dies labeled as Obverse 1 and Obverse 2 in the "web-book". Obverse 1 is the more common of the proof obverse dies while Obverse 2 accounts for about one in five of the 1859 proof dimes seen to date. Obverse 2 presents a medium level date while Obverse 1 exhibits a medium date that slopes upward. The two obverse dies are fairly easy to distinguish once the collector understands the existence of both proof varieties. Housed in early blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s. The F-102 dime is the proof plate coin within The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors and arriving to market after spending 15 years in the Gerry Fortin reference collection. Again, an atypical proof example for fans of crusty originality.
1859	MS67	NGC Fatty 233934002	F-107	Gem	$7800	Superb Gem, Stunning Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Aquamarine Centers, Golden Peripheries, Hammered Strike, Conservative Grading, Fatty Holder. An essentially unimprovable 1859 F-107 specimen that belongs in the finest Liberty Seated dime sets being assembed. This examples is perfectly balanced with frosty cartwheel luster that is alive and brilliant. The luster activates thin layers of aquamarine and peripheral gold on both sides. Strike is hammered with diagonal die polish lines behind Liberty. In hand inspection will immediately win the hearts of the most selective collectors. I've not had a chance to visit the early 1990s era auction catalog to discover the pedigree. This could be a fun exercise for the new owner. Conservatively graded and housed in second generation NGC Fatty holder with CAC approval. I'm even tempted to place this one into my own mint state Seated dime set as so stunning.
1859	MS66	PCGS 18734235	F-107	Gem	$3200	Gem Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Light Gold Patina, Hammered Strike, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Building a complete set of Liberty Seated dimes at the mint state level was a long challenging project since I was strict about only acquiring dimes that met three criteria; originality, complete strikes and eye appeal. The 1859 Philadelphia date was particularly difficult to fill as most examples are found with weak or uneven strikes. It took nearly 20 years to locate an example that met my strict requirements. That example is being offered here today. One immediately notes the absolutely hammered strike throughout obverse and reverse. Stars are bold and round as are the head and gown line. The reverse wreath leaves and veins are deeply impressed. The piece is no question original with a minute layer of die frost throughout Liberty and the shield. Fields are also frosty with no disturbances. Toning is subtle with faint gold mostly at the obverse and reverse rim. There is bold cartwheel luster than one would expect from a Seated dime at the MS66 grade level. Housed in older blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert as validation that I do not play the crack out and upgrade game. This lovely 1859 dime is also the F-107 web-book plate coin and will remain that way. A strong candidate for individual building a high grade set of Liberty Seated dimes.
1859	MS65	NGC 1804215019	F-107	Gem	$2200	Gem Original, Gorgeous Peripheral Sky Blue Toning, Iridescent Cartwheel Luster, Accurately Graded, Osprey PCGS Box of 20 Collection. An eye catching 1859 F-107 dime with classic iridescent toning that is nicely framed by a peripheral sky blue ring and lighter internal burnt gold shades. Toning rings are consistent on both sides. Strike is typical for the date with just a touch of weakness at the top of Liberty's head and within the upper Left wreath devices. A careful 10x loupe review revealed no blemishes whatsoever. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert and CAC approval. Another superior offering from the Osprey Collection and important set building opportunity for the sophisticated collector.
1859	MS64	PCGS 84690014	F-107	Choice	$1150	Vibrant Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Near Gem Original, Hammered Strike, Osprey Collection. 1859 dimes are notorious for being poorly struck. Most will be found with partial heads, stars or wreath leaves. The F-107 die pairing is the best chance for locating a full struck 1859 dime. A hammered strike is immediately evident on this lovely example from the Osprey Collection. Not only is this piece boldly struck, but the frosty white cartwheel luster is dazzling under a bright light. Accurately graded as there are a few wispy hairlines in the right obverse field when viewing under a light source. Otherwise, I could see this dime graded at the MS65 level. Housed in new 2015 style holder with CAC approval. An important upgrade possibility for GFRC community members building an complete Seated dime date and mintmark set.
1861 Type 2 Obverse	AU55	raw	F-109	Original	$100	Type 2 Obverse, F-109, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Mint State Surfaces, Faint Hairlines, Fully Struck, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Creamy white gold surfaces on both sides. Typical strike with some weakness at the head and reverse bow knot. The 1861 Type 2 Obverse F-104 web-book plate coin and time to find a new home for this original dime. From the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection.
1861 Type 1 Obverse	AU50	raw	F-103 R4	Original	$100	Type 1 Obverse, Weak Date and Denomination Transfer, Original Gray Patina, Residual Luster, Fairly Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. The Type 1 F-103 obverse can be characterized by a weakly punched date. The date digit punch barely penetrated the die's surface leaving a faint impression. Easily and R4 rarity or better as i have seen as few examples of this die pairing. The reverse is perfect but comes with a weak denomination at the die's center point. In particular the letters O(N)E and D(IM)E were marginally transferred to the working die. The offered example is strictly original with light uniform gray patina. Residual luster is evident on both sides but especially in the reverse. Strike is weak at the obverse head. The F-103 plate coin within The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors.
1861 Type 2 Obverse	AU50	PCGS 81862194	F-104	Choice	$185	New November 12! F-104, Type 2 Obverse, Old Album Aquamarine-Rose and Gray Patina, Well Struck, Massachusetts Collection. A heavily toned 1861 Type 2 obverse dime that probably saw a lenghty storage period in old sulfur paper envelope. In hand viewing suggest gray and ebony primary colors. However, placing this 1861 Philadelphia strike under a bright light brings a dramatic change to the eye appeal. Obverse shifts to aquamarine center surrounded by rose-gold at the periphery. The reverse is a kaleidoscope of colors including mottled orange and aquamarine in the center surrounded by deeper greens and ebony. Typical strike for a With Legend dime. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval. Recently upgraded by the Massachusetts Collection and searching for a new home.
1862	AU55	PCGS 36240347	F-105a	Original	$145	New October 30! Repunched Date, Strictly Original Surfaces, Gray-Gold Patina, Residual Frosty Luster, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Referene Collection. Repunched Date. A low and upward sloping date punch is an easy diagnostic point for the lone repunched date die of 1862 . Early die state exhibits a boldly repunched 1 digit that is obvious under loupe. The repunching is clearly visible under the flag and the base with some repunching at the bottom of the base of the 8 digit. The problem with this die pairing is that the repunching fades quickly. Nearly all examples struck from this obverse die do not show repunching. The repunching could have worn down quickly or the obverse die may have been lapped. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. From the Gerry Fortin Liberty Seated Dime Reference Collection and plate coin at The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors.
1863	MS65	NGC 373316004		Gem	HOLD $3650	Gem Original, Light Mirrored Fields, Eye Appeal, Seated Dime Web-Book Plate Coin.. A no question 1863 business strike with silver centers that are nicely framed by gold and blue rims on the obverse. The reverse is essentially untoned with frosty devices. Fields lightly mirrored but regardless a business strike. Purchased in the late 1990s and a key date dime in my Liberty Seated Dime collection since that time. This is a choice specimen with well balanced color, eye appeal and luster. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert; serial number 373316-004
1864	MS64	NGC 1962883008	F-102a	Choice	$3550	Rare Civil War Philadelpha Business Strike, Blast White Surfaces, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Heavily Clashed Dies, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. Important Philadelphia Civil War business strike offering with choice surfaces and heavily clashed dies. There is absolutely no question that this 1864 dime is a business strike due to the frosty luster and die clashing. At first glance, the fields may appear to be lightly mirrored but swirling this dime under a light source revealed mint frost throughout the fields. Surfaces are blast white and blemish free. Fairly graded and housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. Yet another important duplicate from the Newtown Collection of Liberty Seated dime that belongs in another advanced collection.
1864-S	AU Details	raw	F-101	Cleaned	HOLD $410	New November 26! Difficult Civil War S-Mint, AU55 Grade Level Device Details, Old Dip Clean, Copper Harbor Collection. An impressive 1864-S dime in terms of device details and overall strike. Liberty's head is fully defined along with complete (OF) in the obverse legend. The reverse is also fully struck with complete bow knot and clear wheat grains at the upper left wreath. Unfortunately, this dime was placed in a diluted sulfuric bath for an extended period of time. There are absolutely no signs of mechanical cleaning, rather very faint micro pitting of the surfaces due to the bath time. A fairly attractive example that would nicely fit in a Dansco album collection. Certified AU50 to AU55 examples, when able to locate, will sell for $1000+. I believe pricing this example at half the price is a fair offer.
1864-S	AU50	raw	F-101	Original	$625	Original, Old Album Multi Color Patina, Fully Struck, New Jersey Collection. A wonderful 1864 San Francisco example that belong is a serious Liberty Seated dime collection. This piece is strictly original with intermixed gold, rose and blue patina throughout obverse and reverse. There is ample remaining luster under bright light to activate the multi color toning. Strike is complete and there are no blemishes whatsoever to discuss. A lovely early dime that should received special consideration. Housed in old Liberty of Coin album for decades and fresh to market from the New Jersey collection.
1865	MS66	NGC 2599857006	F-101a	Gem	$4500	New November 3! F-101a, Scarce Civil War Date, Gem Original, Old Album Rose-Blue Ring Toning, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Sharp Wire Rims, Fully Struck, Newtown Collection. Challenging 1865 F-101a offering with limited mintage of 10,000 business strikes. A gem original Civil War Philadelphia example with cobalt-blue and rose ring toning. This piece is fully struck with sharp wire rims on both sides. Under a light source, frosty cartwheel luster accentuates the rose center and peripheral blues. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. Recently upgraded by the Newtown Collection and consigned to GFRC towards finding a new home in an advanced collection.
1868	AU55	PCGS 36240349	F-108	Choice	$695	New October 30! Scarce Philadelphia Date, Choice Original, Crusty Gray-Olive Patina, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Low population at PCGS and CAC. The divestment of my collection is helping supply the long standing demand for CAC approved examples in the marketplace. A crusty original example that was purchased from Brian Greer way back during 1993. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval. From the Gerry Fortin Liberty Seated Dime Reference Collection and plate coin at The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors.
1868	AU53	raw	F-102	Cleaned	HOLD $135	Scarce High Grade Example, Ex 1992 Hungary Hoard, Light Gray, Old Clean, Massachusetts Collection. It is amazing how coins move in familiar circles. This AU 1868 F-102 dime was part of the Hungary Hoard that appeared on the market during 1992. This piece was purchased from the hoard as part of a full roll from Jason Carter (Heritage). The large 1868 dime quantity was purchased towards die variety research for the upcoming "web-book" entitled The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors that was eventually published during 2004. Many of the 1868 dimes, from the Hungary Hoard, were sold on eBay during 1993 after research was completed. This example was purchased by the Massachusetts Collection consignor at that time. Now it returns to GFRC 25 years later as a consignment. A no question AU specimen with light gray surfaces resulting from a long ago cleaning while in Europe. Surfaces are highly detailed and just a few stray lines on the obverse. Overall strike is hammered.
1868-S	AU50	PCGS 30433265	F-101	Original	HOLD $785	New November 3! F-101, Underrated Date, Rare Grade, Few Certified, Original Iridescent Surfaces, Faint Gold Patina, Heavy Reverse Die Erosion, Accurately Graded. 1868 San Francisco Seated dime strikes are slowly securing the recognition they deserve. This date has been underrated for years and locating any example in problem free AU or better is cause for celebration. Mintage is a low 260,000 with PCGS population report showing only ten (10) graded in all AU grades (AU50, AU53, AU55 and AU58). Considering PCGS has been in operation since 1986, that is one example graded every three or more years. This example was previously sold into the Newtown Collection by GFRC and is back for a second appearance. No question original example with iridescent obverse luster that includes faint gold coloring. The reverse die is heavily eroded resulting in satiny luster from silver gray surfaces. Accurately graded and housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. An important duplicate from the Newtown Collection of Liberty Seated dimes that will garner attention among Seated dime specialists.
1869	PF64	PCGS 5556219	F-105	Choice	$850	Near Gem Proof, Watery Fields, Birmingham Collection.. A near gem example with bold watery proof surfaces. A few faint obverse hairlines keep this piece out of PF65 designation. Strike is crisp. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder; serial number 5556219. No CAC attempt by the Birmingham consignor.
1869	MS64	PCGS 32829256	F-105a	Choice	$1700	Long Flag Date Punch, Business Strike, Choice Original, Lilac-Gray Patina, Light Reflective Luster, Newtown Collection. 1869 dimes were struck from two distinctly different date punches; Short Flag 1 and Long Flag 1. Most mint state examples will be seen with the Long Flag 1 date punch as is the case for this offering. Overall, the 1869 date is challenging in all grades and very scarce in mint state. This PCGS MS64 example was struck from the F-105 die pairing used for both proofs and circulation strike. As a result, strike is boldly executed, for a With Legend dime, including a partial wire rim on the obverse. Original surfaces are covered with thick lilac-gray patina along with some ebony highlights. Luster is muted and a bit more prevalent on the reverse. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. Another important duplicate from the Newtown Collection of Liberty Seated dimes.
1869-S	AU50	PCGS 20419957	F-101	Original	$485	Underrated Date/Grade, Strictly Original, Gun Metal Gray, Accurately Graded.. A no question original 1869 San Francisco strike with uniform gun metal gray patina that includes faint rose under bright light. Surfaces are essentially blemish free with only a tiny mark at O(N)E being shared for full accuracy. A challenging date in AU grades that is so underrated in AU and above grades. CoinFacts indicates that only (4) examples have been graded by PCGS at the AU50 level with (3) in AU53. Auction records at this grade level at almost non existent. PCGS price guide is $500 at AU50 level for reference. Handled for a second time at GFRC after being recently upgraded in an advanced collection. Housed in older PCGS blue label holder with standard ring insert. If building a Seated dime set, please don't miss this opportunity.
1869-S	AU50	PCGS 36240357	F-102	Choice	$500	New November 2! F-102 Choice Original, Crusty Gray Patina, Well Struck, Worn Dies, Accurately Graded. An exceptional well preserved 1869-S F-102 example with crusty gray patina on both sides. Mint frost surrounds the legend, reverse wreath and is found inside the gown folds. Residual luster has a steely texture. Reverse die is starting to exhibit die erosion that results in thick "orange peel" fields during later die states. Fully struck without any blemishes worthy of mention. CAC has only approved a total of ninteen (19) in all grades and two at the AU50 level. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval. Another important offering from the the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection that belongs in an advanced collection.
1870	MS64	PCGS 36266050	F-101a	Gem	$1000	F-101a, Gem Original, Business Strike from Proof Dies, Mirrored Fields, Reflective Luster, Multi-Color Patina, Partial Wire Rims.. F-101a Business strike from proof dies. A gem original example with mirrored fields and frosty devices. Gorgeous multi-color toning on both sides. Reflective luster is crisp with bold cartwheel effect on the reverse. Business strike examples from the proof die pair can be located with patience. Look for a reverse die crack through the left ribbon end and across to the right ribbon end. This reverse crack becomes more evident on another 1870 proof variety for 1870. This reverse also appears again for additional 1871 proof strikes. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. The F-101a plate coin at The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors. An important gem original offering from the Gerry Fortin Referene Collection purchased during 1998.
1872	MS65	PCGS 3486701	F-102	Gem	$2450	Misplaced Digits in Gown, Repunched Date, Gem Original, Brilliant Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Conservative Grading . A gem original 1872 F-102 dime with brilliant frosty luster and huge cartwheel effects. Strike is hammered with bold device details for a With Legend dime. Unknown to most collectors is the fact that the 1872 date is a grade rarity above MS65. After 30 years plus of operation, PCGS has only grade one in MS66 and another in MS67. At the MS65 grade level, there is a population of 10. Potential buyers are invited to check CoinFacts to view the lack of 1872 MS65 auction records. Yes, there are overgraded examples in NGC holders to be had but these will not have the strike, luster and originality of this offering. Housed in old PCGS blue label holder that dates back to the late 1990s. Purchased during January 2004 FUN Show via private transaction. Held in the Gerry Fortin date and mintmark set collection until recently upgraded. My gut feel is this piece will end up in a MS66 holder once place back into the market.
1872	MS62	PCGS OGH 4459320	F-102	Choice	HOLD $248	Triple Punched 2, Misplaced Digits in Gown, Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Jim Poston Consignment . 10% Price Reduction October 7, 2018 - Probably as nice an 1872 F-102 example as one could expect at the MS62 grade level. Triple punching and misplaced digits in the lower gown are immediately recognized with a 10x loupe. Surfaces are free of blemishes and offer frosty cartwheel luster. Strike is essential complete with only a few upper left reverse wheat grains not completely impressed. A bit stronger luster would immediately command full MS63 status. Housed in PCGS old green holder and accurately graded. A quality Liberty Seated dime offering from Jim Poston.
1872	AU53	PCGS 28724949	F-109a	Original	$275	Misplaced 2 Digit, Circulation Strike, Original Surfaces, Sharp Rims, Accurately Graded. A lovely 1872 Seated dime with original surfaces. The misplaced 2 digit in the base provides for a desirable variety along with attractive toning. I especially like the rose toning on the obverse and soft pastel reverse coloring as a validation of old time originality. Strike is typical with weakness on the upper left cereal wreath grains. Under a bright light, both sides emit soft residual luster that is attractive. Housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder with edge view insert.
1873 With Arrows	MS61	NGC 2229723001	TOP #60 F-103 FS-101 R6	Original	$12300	Top 100 Varieties Key Date, Double Die Obverse, One of Finest Extant, Frosty Luster, Bold Doubling Details, Accurately Graded, Cold Quarters Collection. One of the key dates in the Top 100 Liberty Seated Dime Varieties set and in the condition census for preservation state. One of the finest examples of the Doubled Die Obverse F-103 variety (Cherrypickers' FS-101) struck with bold die doubling at the shied. The right portion of Liberty's shield exhibits a wide and dramatic double impression, rotated 20° clockwise. Additional die doubling is seen below the scroll and within the lower shield. A misplaced digit in the dentils, below the 73 digits, may also be present as well, but it is much less prominent and pales in comparison to the spectacular die doubling. The offer example has probably been dipped and presents untoned mirrored fields and frosty silver devices. The assigned MS61 grade is accurate given faint micro lines in the left obverse field seen under a 10x loupe. Regardless, this is one of the three finest F-105 examples known. The other two are the Simpson and Gardner examples, both graded PCGS AU58 CAC, followed by the Fortin PCGS AU55 specimen. Housed in older NGC holder with standard ring insert. A substantial Liberty Seated die variety offering from the Cold Quarters Collection.
1873 With Arrows	AU58	PCGS 25179547	F-114	Original	$425	Low Level Date, Original Surfaces, Mirrored Obverse Fields, Frosty Cartwheel Luster Reverse, Accurately Graded, Twins Lakes Collection. 1873 With Arrows coinage is popular as type but also a treasure trove for die variety collectors. Date and arrows were punched separately leading to enough placement difference for die variety analysis. The offered example is the F-114 Low Date die variety with date punched close to the denticles. Arrows are also noticeably lower than normal. What makes this particular 1873 WA F-114 particularly interesting are the different die surface differences between obverse and reverse. Obverse fields are mirrored and produce an obvious cameo effect when viewed under a light source. Resulting luster is reflective. Then we check the reverse and find a frosty die finish throughout the fields and devices. This side of the coin produces frosty cartwheel luster as a contrast to the obverse. Obverse is covered with faint gray skin. Strike is nearly complete with only the top of Liberty's head and the upper left reverse wheat grains being weak; so typical of the With Legend hub design. Housed in 2013 transitional PCGS holder with blue label and edge view insert. A cool offering from the Twin Lakes Collection.
1873 No Arrows Open 3	AU55	PCGS 30390423	F-102a R3	Original	$485	Open 3, Original Frosty White, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Florida Collection. 1873 No Arrows Open 3 dimes in AU or better continue to be underrated and are a bargain at current pricing levels. This lovely example, from the Florida Collection, offers frosty creamy white surfaces and luster along with a complete strike. The surviving population is tiny after checking PCGS population report. PCGS shows only five examples graded at the AU55 level with seven additional in AU58. The asking price is an excellent value for the scarcity. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. Worthy of special consideration.
1874	PR63CAM	PCGS 16191910		Choice	$1050	Choice Original, Strong Mirrors, Obverse Gold and Rose on the Reverse, Old Time Conservative Grading, Saco River Collection. A most pleasing 1874 With Arrows proof strike with strong mirrors under bright light. Obverse offers golden brown coloring while the reverse has deeper shades and some dark blues at the rim. Grading appears to be conservative as I don't see any significant grade limiting issues in the fields. Well struck and housed in older blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. A quality offering from the Saco River Collection. Please note the reverse holder has lots of wear (haze) and blocks much of the reverse device details during photography.
1874 Polished Arrows	MS62	NGC 4189872002	TOP #62 F-106	Original	$24500	Polished Arrows, Finest of Four Known, Struck From Mirrored Dies, Original Surfaces, Details Holder, Gerry Fortin Top 100 Varieties Collection. Greer 102, Polished Arrows. The finest known with research strongly suggesting this piece was struck during a Philadelphia mint experiment to gang arrows and date digits on the same punch. The experiment failed and a few specimens escaped the mint after the die were poorly reworked. Please allow me to walk GFRC customers through this dime's history. Brian Greer listed a "No Arrows" variety in his Seated Dime Guidebook during 1992. Greer indicated that "The arrows have either been filled in the die or were weakly punched and show only very faintly." This variety was discovered by James Skwarek and is considered extremely rare, as only two examples are currently known (this is 1992). A close study of the plate coin, as purchased at the 2003 FUN show, suggests an alternate theory for the presence of faint arrows. First, the plate coin was produced from polished dies and is prooflike. This suggests that the plate coin is from an early striking from a new set of dies. The digits in the date appear to be punched at least twice. The first date punch, as seen under the base of all four digits in the date, is weak and suggests that the die in the area of the date and arrows was polished. The polishing is most evident on the top of the 7 and 4 digits in conjunction with the left and right arrows. It is unknown as to why the mint employee attempted to remove the date and arrows by die polishing. After the polishing of the date area, a second attempt is made to repunch the date digits only. Evidence of the second punching of the date is clearly visible at the base of each digit. Since few examples are known, the Philadelphia mint employees at the steam press may have rejected this obverse die upon discovering that the arrows were very faint or not present. All 1874 dimes were struck with arrows, as required by law. The question now becomes that of how many examples were struck from this obverse die and released into circulation. Brian Greer indicated at the 2003 FUN, upon seeing the above plate coin, that the James Skwarek piece was the only one seen and was in a lower circulated grade. Fast forward to 2016 and currently housed in NGC MS Details holder with large font label. This is the finest of four examples known. This dime is original and the highly polished die surfaces confuse the TPG graders. PCGS has graded it questionable color in the past. This piece was originally purchased in an old white ANACS AU58 holder but cracked out as clearly mint state.
1874 With Arrows	AU50	raw	F-102	Choice	$225	Choice Original, Misplaced Digit in Denticles, Light Gray, Silver Luster.. I've studied this dime carefully given the PCGS opinion of Code 97 Environmental Damage/AU Details. The fields and devices are nearly problem free with no obvious signs of porosity or marks. Due to paper envelope storage, the surfaces have acquired a deep rose gray patina that is darker on the obverse than reverse. Rims are bold and indicates that this dime saw limited circulation. My assessment is that this dime is not strictly original due to the surface "sheen". A circulated dime that is strictly original should offer dull gray or gray/brown surfaces rather than the glossy gray/rose coloring seen here. Having said that, this piece should be "market acceptable" due to rarity and the essentially mark free surfaces. A stereo microscope review with bright light source reveals some extremely faint surface porosity that was not seen with a 10x loupe.
1875	MS66+	PCGS 33170725	F-121	Gem	$1450	Chin Whiskers Obverse, Gem Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Blast White Surfaces, Accurately Graded, Woodlands Collection. Amazing how GFRC presently has two magnificent 1875 F-121 Chin Whiskers dimes in inventory at the same time. This example is from the important Woodlands Collection and also belongs in one of the finest collections being assembled. Mint frost is evenly distributed throughout the obverse and reverse main devices and surrounding fields. Frosty cartwheel luster has a creamy texture and is pleasing. Strike is complete with the unpolished lathe cutting lines on lower obverse crisply defined along with the "chin whiskers". Other than a tiny contact mark to the left of the date, surfaces are perfect. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval. PCGS has graded only seven at the MS66+ level with six better. GFRC is pleased to have two of the seven MS66+ 1875 dimes in inventory at once. A fine numismatic property from the Woodlands Collection.
1875	MS66	PCGS 25234233	F-106	Gem	$1700	New November 6! Rare Variety, Misplaced 5 in Base, Gem Original, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Rose-Gold and Aquamarine Toning, Tied for Finest Known, Indiana Collection. An exceptional 1875 F-106 offering that features a misplaced ball and lower loop of 5 digit in the base. Obverse die is also heavily clashed. The reverse has missing upper right bar at D(I)ME and the upper left bar of DI(M)E. This is a challenging variety to locate as careful attention is necessary to isolate the misplaced ball and loop of the 5 digit from the background shapes in the base. Dimes grading EF or better are the best candidates for cherry picking. No examples were reported between 1992 (first reported by Greer) and 2013. The Greer plate coin was sold into the Fortin reference collection during June 1995. Then during November 2013, another example apperared in the Eric P Newman/Col. Green Heritage sale that graded NGC MS66 CAC. A third example was located during July 2015 by GFRC which graded PCGS MS66 CAC and was sold into the Indiana Collection. Now that exceptional specimen is back on the market and is the plate coin at The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors. Fully struck with bold devices throughout obverse and reverse. Under a light source, satiny cartwheel luster is vibrant and so pleasing. Toning is intermixed rose-gold and aquamarine. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder with CAC approval. An offering for the collector who wants the finest in his collection.
1875	MS65	PCGS 18084393	F-103	Gem	$750	Excessively Rusted Obverse, Thick Gold and Gray Patina, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Accurately Graded, Newtown Collection. The 1875 F-103 die pairing is easily attributed by an excessively rusted obverse die. This PCGS MS65 example is strict original with gem surfaces. Frosty cartwheel luster is bold and action under a light source. Obverse is toned an even copper gold while the reverse is covered by a thick gray skin. Device details within the GFRC images are limited by the excessive rust on the obverse and the darker reverse toning that provides limited contrast between fields and major devices. Fairly graded and housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder with CAC approval. CAC green bean recognized the strict originality and luster consistent with the MS65 grade level. Another fine numismatic property from the Newtown Collection to consider.
1875-CC Below Wreath	MS63	PCGS 5737952	F-101	Original	$650	Original, Even Crusty Gray Patina, Birmingham Collection.. The obverse on this Below Wreath dime exhibits a rich crusty gray patina with considerable luster peeking through. The reverse is lovely even silver gray with lavendar highlights. This specimen is fully struck from eroded dies as is quite comment for Below Wreath dimes. Blemishes are limited to one fully toned over faint lines on the obverse, otherwise mark free. Housed in old PCGS holder with standard ring insert. From the Birmingham Collection and ready for inclusion in a new advanced date and mintmark set.
1876	AU55	PCGS 82484885	F-109	Original	$110	Repunched 6, Original Copper Gray, Well Struck, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. 1876 Philadelphia strikes are common therefore a good target for die variety study. Repunched dates are a frequent occurrence. This F-109 example has repunching under the 6 digit is that mostly hidden by verdigris. Strike is nearly complete with just a touch of weakness at the top of Liberty's head and in the reverse bow knot. Original surfaces are covered with copper gray patina. There are some faint hairlines in the right obverse field area. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. From the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection.
1876-CC	MS64	NGC 1623670005	F-107b	Gem	$2450	Double Die Obverse, Reverse B (Greer), Gem Original Surfaces, Very Late Die State, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Rich Toning, Accurately Graded, Cold Quarters Collection. Housed in old NGC holder with standard insert. A marvelous offering from the Cold Quarters Collection.
1876-CC	MS63	PCGS 35967513	F-134	Choice	$775	Near Gem Original, Thick Crusty Olive-Brown Patina, Blue Rims, Late Die State Die Cracks, Accurately Graded. CAC Approval effective mid September 2018 so back to the top of the 30 day price list. Since being a fan of strict originality throughout all grade levels, I could not pass up this perfectly original 1876 Carson City dime when offered to GFRC at the Philadelphia ANA. This piece is a case study in the appearance of a mint state Seated dime if allowed to naturally tone over a long period of time. A completely struck and late die state example of the 1876-CC F-134 die pairing with heavily reverse die doubling at the denomination. Surfaces are covered with a thick crusty gray-brown skin along with peripheral blues. Regardless of the thick toning, mint frost is evident throughout Liberty's upper body and lower gown folds. This example was struck from late die state dies that are cracked. Die cracks encircle the obverse through the legend and date. On the reverse, die cracks are seen throughout the wreath coupled with a nice rim cud at 11:30. This piece is accurately graded and housed in new 2015 style holder without CAC attempt. Heading to CAC if not sold by Labor Day.
1876-CC	MS62	PCGS 21549290	TOP #74 F-111	Choice	$1100	Misplaced 76 Digits, Choice Original, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Eye Appeal Consistent with Higher Grade, Top 100 Varieties, Newtown Collection. Ex. Central California Collection. Misplaced 76 Digits in Gown die variety that is always popular with collectors. This lovely example offers satiny cartwheel luster that is consistent with a higher grade level. Obverse is coverd with thin rose, aquamarine and blue patina while the reverse is mostly aquamarine and rose. Why the MS62 assigned grade? There are a few wispy hairlines in the right obverse field that were grade limiting against 1990s grading standards but allowed today up to the MS64 grade level. This dime is conservatively graded and housed in old PCGS blue label holder that dates back to the late 1990s. While residing in the Central California and Newtown Collections, this piece was never submitted to CAC and will heading for a review during the next GFRC submission. A choice duplicate from the Newtown Collection that will be pleasing to the new owner. Also an important die variety within the Top 100 Varieties set.
1876-CC	AU55	raw	F-130	Original	$225	Rusted Die, Original Copper Gold Patina, Residual Luster, Accurately Graded, Massachusetts Collection. One of the many 1876 Carson City die pairing struck with heavily rusted dies. In the case of F-130, there are bold die defects on Liberty's left facing arm and die rust throughout the upper gown lines and upper right field. The diagnostic reverse die crack from rim through top of mintmark is also evident under a 10x loupe. Surfaces are fully original and covered with copper gold patina. Residual luster remains and is activated with a light source. A duplicate offering from the Massachusetts Collection.
1876-CC	AU55	PCGS 34914524	F-128	Choice	$300	Super Contrast Between Rusted Obverse and Choice Reverse Dies, 100% Original and Pleasing, Well Struck, Accurately Graded . If a fan of the Liberty Seated dime series and die varieties, then this special 1876-CC F-128 example is for you. Firstly, this is a choice original example with frosty cartwheel luster on both sides. Surfaces are essentially blemish free. Secondly, the cool factor is the sharp contrast between the heavily rusted obverse die with the perfectly normal reverse die. Excessive die rust is seen throughout Liberty's gown fold and the shield and surrounding legend. The reverse looks to be a freshly prepared die with considerable mint frost and sharp denticles. Both sides offer the same lustrous characteristics under a light source. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
1876-CC	AU50	PCGS 31556823	F-131	Choice	$145	Pimple Die Obverse, Original AU Surfaces, Another PCGS Genuine Grading Casualty, West Coast Collection. Another 1876 Carson City dime that ends up in a mistakely graded PCGS holder. PCGS struggles with rusted die surfaces on many of the 1876-CC DDO F-107 strikes along with the Pimple Die obverse on F-131. The surfaces have the appearance of environmental damage when the exact opposity is true. The dime is original AU with uniform gray patina that that shifts to golden hues under a light source. The die states is early for the variety as I've seen much later die rusted examples. There are no blemishes whatsoever and strike complete. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder with Genuine designation. 1876 Carson City dimes just don't get an respect.
1876-S Type 1 Reverse	MS63	NGC 296868002	F-112	Choice	$485	Very High Level Date, Choice Original Surfaces, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the mid 1990s timeframe. The Type 1 Reverse F-112 plate coin at The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors. Purchased during November 1996 and sitting in a Maine bank box since that time. Full description shortly.
1877-CC Type 2 Reverse	AU58	ANACS OWH 2732539	F-110	Original	$265	Die Scratch Right of Shield, Original Surfaces, Attractive Rose and Blue Radial Toning, Indiana Collection. For some unexplained reason, GFRC is never able to keep 1877 Carson City dime in inventory. This lovely example, from the Indiana Collection, should not last long either. Housed in old white ANACS holder and fresh to market after years of bank storage. This 1877-CC dime featured a Type 2 reverse and is the F-110 die variety with thick die scratches to the right of the shield. 1877-CC Type 2 Reverse F-110 is also the only known example of a misplaced C mintmark in the upper right bow knot. Look carefully at the F-110 plate coin and macro images in my web-book to see this die preparation rarity. GFRC image well illustrate that this is a quality example with pretty rose toning along with dark blue rims. There are no blemishes seen with 10x loupe.
1877-CC Type 1 Reverse	AU58	raw	F-107	Original	$225	Die Gouge Obverse, Double Die Reverse, Original Surfaces, Dark Gray Patina, Residual Frosty Luster, Indiana Collection. Dark ebony-gray patina covers both obverse and reverse with considerable luster peeking through. The 1877-CC die gouge die variety is easily attributed due to a bold diagonal die scratch from Liberty's neck gown line into her ear. Strike is well executed with even the pesky upper left wheat grains on the reverse being nicely defined. The Type 1 reverse also exhibits substantial hub doubling on the denomination. From the Indiana Collection of eclectic Seated dime varieties.
1878	PF63	NGC 1517902008		Original	$585	Original, Old Album Bullseye Toning, Accurately Graded, Florida Collection. . Don't I like old time album ring toning on proof Seated dimes. This 1878 example is no question original and accurately graded. When viewing straight on, one sees untoned centers nicely framed by dark blue rings with some rose and golden hues mixed in. Under bright light, the mirror kick in and activate the toning with ample reflections. The assigned NGC grade captures an interruption in the toning at (A)MERICA and a few wispy obverse hairlines. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert.
1878 Type 2 Reverse	MS64	PCGS 85100428	F-105	Choice	$525	Type 2 Reverse Hub, Choice Original, Frosty Luster, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Another offering from the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection that has been off the market for decades. This freshly graded example was originally purchased during July 1993 from a young dealer named Jason Carter when working at Heritage Rare Coins. This is how long this lovely 1878 Type 2 reverse dime has been sitting in a 2x2 cardboard holder and residing in the bank vault. Surfaces are perfectly original with plenty of frosty luster to tickle the eyes. Strike is complete throughout obverse and reverse. Accurately graded by PCGS and residing in their 2015 style PCGS holder.
1878-CC Type 2 Reverse	AU55	NGC 3832833018	F-102 R5	Choice	HOLD $1650	Only CAC Approved AU55, Rare F-102 Type 2 Reverse, Choice Original, Gray-Gold Patina, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Purchased during October 1989 from the Bob Levi collection at Maine Gold & Silver and a mainstay Liberty Seated dime in the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection since that time. This is the F-102 plate coin within The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors online reference. A choice original example of the Type 2 reverse F-102 die variety that never required upgrading as so perfect for the grade. Surfaces are well preserved with silver gray patina and ample residual luster. All 1878-CC Type 2 reverse dies were lapped before usage. The F-102 reverse die was less aggressively lapped as compared to the reverse dies for die pairing F-103 and F-104 resulting in a better residual device balance between obverse and reverse. For F-103 and F-104, a full two point grade difference is possible on well circulated examples. This lovely piece is housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert along with CAC approval. The only AU55 graded example, at either TPG, with CAC approval. There is only one AU58 approved by CAC before entering the mint state grades. It is difficult to part with this special friend, but the time has come.
1879	PR64	PCGS 02880022	F-102	Choice	$785	Near Gem Original, Gray, Rose and Blue Patina, Lightly Mirrored Fields, Fully Struck, Accurate Grading. A near gem 1879 proof strike with attractive in hand and bright light toning. The F-102 die pairing is easily attributed by a weakly hubbed base above the 879 digits and was used for both proof and circulation strikes. Surfaces are perfect original with rose gray hues during in hand inspection. Adding a light source exposes reflective sky blue and rose mirrored fields. Overall strike is well executed and there are no blemishes whatsoever. The assigned PR64 grade captures the available reflective luster. Housed in 2013 transitional PCGS holder with blue label and edge view insert. CAC approval captures the strict originality, eye appeal and accurate grading.
1879	MS66	NGC 4238993006	F-104a	Gem	HOLD $1150	Gem Original, Repunched Date, Iridescent Rose-Blue Toning, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, AuburnNY Accordian Collection. During 1879, Liberty Seated dime production dropped dramatically to only 14,000 strikes. Proof dies were re-used for circulation strike production. The most notable die variety for 1879 is F-104a with bold repunching on the 18 digits in the date. This lovely superb gem example offers brilliant cartwheel luster in conjunction with iridescent toning. A vibrant rose-blue patina covers the obverse while the reverse sports satiny blues and aquamarine. Strike is completely executed. Surfaces are blemish free as one would expect for a mint state example graded MS66. Accurately graded and housed in new large font NGC holder with edge view insert. Another quality offering from the AuburnNY Accordian Collection.
1881	PF64	NGC 1286133004	F-101 R3	Choice	$825	Choice Example, Watery Untoned Mirrors, Accurately Grade, Florida Collection.. A near gem 1881 F-101 example with untoned watery proof surfaces. A few faint obverse hairlines keep this piece out of PF65 designation. Strike is crisp. Separating the 1881 F-101 from F-102 die pairings can be challenging and requires careful inspection of the left base of 1 digit with respect to the "0" denticle. Housed in older NGC holder with standard insert.
1882	PR66+CAM	PCGS 25505304	F-101	Gem	$2395	New November 25! F-101, Spectacular Cameo Proof, Watery Mirrors, Vibrant Cartwheel Luster, Light Gold Patina, Accurately Graded, Winesteven Collection. The Winesteven Collection consignor is back with a newly divested duplicate from his spectacular type coin collection. GFRC is pleased to be offering this high grade 1882 Cameo proof that is only one of four graded at the PCGS MS66+ Cameo level. I have seen two of the other specimens at this grade level and they are heavily toned as compare to the bold eye appeal of this lightly toned example. Both sides feature watery mirrors and highly reflective cartwheel lustrous. A faint gold skin is seen at the peripheries. The strike is pinpoint-sharp and there are no obvious contact marks on either side. Eye appeal is superior and consistent with duplicates from the Winesteven Collection. Last CoinFacts record dates back to January 2013 with HA priced realized of $2820. Housed in 2013 transitional PCGS holder with blue label and edge view insert along with CAC approval. A magnificent duplicate from the Winesteven Collection.
1882	PF66UCAM	NGC 1727340011	F-101	Gem	$2450	Gem Proof, Deep Mirrors, Eye Appeal, Birmingham Collection.. An incredible dime with the appearance of being struck yesterday. Fields are fully mirrored with natural "watery" texture and completely blemish free. Mintage amounts to 1,100 piece coupled with a high survival rate. Checking CoinFacts, the graded population peaks at the PF63/PF64 level due to long ago handling issues and at the PF66 level, few are available with Ultra Cameo designation and appearance. A CoinFacts check indicates the following (1) DCAMPF64, (1) DCAMPF65, (1) DCAMPF66 and (1) DCAMPF67 for PCGS graded examples. This NGC Ultra Cameo last sold in during July 2003 at Heritage auction and brought ~ $2000 while a more recent NGC Ultra Cameo sale (June 2010) brought $2990. Pricing these high end grade rarities is challenging but the present asking price does appear to be reasonable. Housed in old NGC holder with traditional ring insert; serial number 1727340-011.
1882	MS63	PCGS 1307028	F-105	Choice	$375	Misplaced 8 in Base, Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Eye Appealing Gray Patina, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Housed in PCGS old green holder and accurately graded with fresh CAC approval. The F-105 plate coin at The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors. Purchased during April 1994 and sitting in a Maine bank box since that time. Full description shortly.
1883	MS63	PCGS 83817776	F-105	Choice	$235	Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Gray, Rose and Peripheral Blues, Typical Strike, Accurately Graded. A lovely 1883 F-105 example and superior to the "web-book" plate coin. Obverse is covered with fairly thick gray-rose patina along with peripheral sky blue. The patina is semi transparent and allows adequater luster to radiate under a light source. The reverse is where all the fun is due to thin transparent toning. Cartwheel luster is vibrant and accentuates the inner rose ring nicely framed by peripheral blues. Strike is typical for the date. Surfaces are essentially blemish free. Accurately graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder.
1884	MS64	NGC 683976002	F-105	Choice	New Price $295	Near Gem Original, Vibrant Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Peripheral Gold, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Montana Collection. 9% Price Reduction October 8, 2018. The Montana Collection is new to the GFRC community and presents a top quality array of early silver type coins. All were purchased from two sources during the past ten years; Aspen Park Rare Coins and HLRC. Both dealers are well known for offering top quality coins. Divestment time has come and luckily GFRC was selected to handle the consignment. Offered here is a wonderful 1884 F-105 Liberty Seated dime with cracked reverse die. One immediately notes the frosty cartwheel luster that is so vibrant and alive under a light source. Strike is 98% complete with a single point of weakness at the upper left reverse wheat grains. Head and balance of obverse is fully defined. Surfaces are 100% original with a faint ring of gold at the obverse margin. The obverse is entirely blemish free while the reverse has one faint micro line above the bow. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert. Be assured that this lovely dime is accurately graded.
1884	MS63	PCGS 3453809	F-110 R2	Gem	$365	Gem Original, Newtown Collection. The Newtown Collection consignor has definitely advanced his collecting skills based on this round of divested duplicates. Offered here is a gem original 1884 that is conservatively graded in current PCGS old blue label holder dating back to the early 2000 timeframe. Is this dime typical of the grading standards before TPG grade inflation? The lovely gem offers bright cartwheel luster and a transparent layer of copper gold patina. Strike is essentially complete with just a touch a weakness at the top of Liberty's head, but let's remember that this is better than average for a With Legend obverse strike. CAC approved and worthy of a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. How I wish that all MS63 graded dimes could look like this example.
1884-S	MS63	NGC 1654443022	F-105 R4	Original	$1250	Scarce Date In Mint State, Thick Gun Metal Blue-Gray Toning, Accurately Graded. 1884 San Francisco dimes have a reported mintage of 565,969 but locating a mint state example will take patience and considerable searching. Few arrive to the marketplace on a regular basis and the divestment of a complete collection is typically where an example can be located. This lovely example came to market as a result of Seated dime set being broken up. This piece is strictly original with thick gun metal blue-gray patina throughout obverse and reverse. The assigned grade is technically accurate due to the muted luster, by the thick patina, and one fully toned over mark on Liberty's lower left leg. If strict originality and a no question unmolested surfaces are your cup of tea, then this lovely 1884-S dime might be for you. Housed in early NGC holder with standard ring insert. Fairly priced too.....
1885	MS66	NGC 2731019006	F-107	Gem	$900	Gem Original, Pastel Rainbow Coloring, Satiny Cartwheel Luster, Typical F-107 Strike, Accurately Graded, Jim Poston Consignment. 10% Price Reduction October 7, 2018 - Jim Poston does it again with this lovely 1885 F-107 dime. Eye appeal is substantial due to satiny cartwheel luster emitted from gem original surfaces. Intermixed pastel rainbow coloring is consistent on the obverse while the reverse offers pretty target toning; rose center frame by aquamarine-blue ring and finally a yellow gold periphery. Strike is typical for the F-107 die pair with weak date punch and additional weakness at the head. Housed in new large font NGC holder with edge view insert.
1885	MS65	PCGS 34477332	F-107	Gem	$695	Gorgeous Rose-Blue Toning, Gem Original, Accurately Graded, Lots of Eye Appeal . A gorgeous 1885 Liberty Seated dime for a collector assembling an advanced mint state set. One would be hard pressed to upgrade this MS65 due to the old time originality and beautiful toning. Let's start with vibrant satiny cartwheel luster that activates the colorful patina. Obverse is mostly gold-rose with some blues. Rose dominates the reverse with a lovely sky blue arc at the rim. Strike is excellent for the F-107 die variety as these come weak on the upper obverse. Actually, this high grade F-107 revealed a die defect on D(I)ME that needs to be captured in the web-book. Therefore, this example will become the new F-107 web-book plate coin. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder with CAC approval. Viewing this lovely piece in hand would immediately explain the CAC approval. Images to be loaded once in Florida office.
1886	MS66	NGC 548956003	F-112	Gem	$950	Superb Gem Original, Vibrant Aquamarined-Golden Cartwheel Luster. Accurately Graded, Florida Collection. A superb gem with perfectly original surfaces. One immediately notes the vibrant satiny cartwheel luster that eminates through transparent aquamarine and golden hues. Strike is nearly complete with just a touch of weakness in the left wreath devices. The untoned obverse ares makes photographing this dime challenging as balancing color between deeply toned and untoned surfaces is difficult for the camera and during my image processing. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert. Another offering from the Florida Collection of fine numismatic properties.
1886	MS65	PCGS 3756017	F-115	Gem	$750	Gem Original, Lustrous Pastel Toning, Fully Struck, Former Birmingham Collection.. This is the second time that GFRC has the pleasure to offer this lovely 1886 Seated dime. Initially sold out of the Birmingham Collection and now upgrade and back on the market. Pastel toning is the highlight with intermixed aquamarine, gold and rose coloring on the obverse and mottled gray, ebony and rose on the reverse. Bright light viewing exposes the luster and accentuates the colors. The overall strike is crisp with no signs of weakness. Same for blemishes as none were seen. If this dime has just a bit more flashy luster, then it would be a candidate for MS66 designation. In the current PCGS holder, it is accurately graded. Housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert; serial number 3756017.
1886	MS65	PCGS 5765223	TOP #81 F-105	Gem	$1225	Repunched 86 Digits, Gem Original, Golden Patina, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, One of the Finest Examples of F-105 Variety, Conservatively Graded, Cleveland Collection. Ex. Gerry Fortin Reference Collection and the F-105 plate coin at The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors. Repunching of the 86 digits is well defined and easily seen in the images. One of the finest F-105 examples known while assembling the "web-book". Surfaces offer bold frosty luster with dazzling cartwheel effects. A transparent golden skin covers both sides. Conservatively graded and housed in old PCGS blue label holder with standard ring insert that dates back to the late 1990s. CAC approval is obviously warranted given the super originality, bold luster and eye appeal. Sold into the Cleveland Collection's Top 100 Variety set several years ago and now back on the market for the next passionate collector.
1886	AU58	PCGS 30434826	F-106	Choice	$185	F-106, Repunched 886, Choice Original, Frosty Luster, Light Olive Gold Patina, Well Sruck, Accurately Graded. A choice original example of the 1886 repunched 886 die variety listed in Greer (No. 102) and Fortin (F-106). The primary diagnostic is repunching inside the left loops of the 6 digit and traces of repunching on the two 8s. This example belongs in an advanced collection as superior for the grade. Surfaces are choice with mint frost throughout the fields and devices. Under a light source, frosty cartwheel luster is radiant. Coloring is essentially all gold under bright light with olive shades during regular in hand viewing. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder with considerable value for the asking price.
1886-S	AU55	PCGS 28461591	F-101	Choice	$700	Better San Francisco Date, Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Accurately Graded, Under Construction Collection. An underrated date! 1886 San Francisco strikes have a relatively small mintage of slightly over 200,000 with a low survival rate. In all AU graded, the PCGS population report indicates only 18 pieces with 10 of those being at the AU55 level. CoinFacts auction records are anemic for AU grade levels. Offered here is a choice example with brilliant frosty luster and a complete strike. PCGS grading is accurate as there is faint rub and signs of circulation. Definitely an above average example at the AU55 grade level and worthy of special consideration. Housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder with edge view insert. From the Under Construction Liberty Seated Dime set on the www.seateddimevarieties.com Open Registry. Heading to CAC for review if not sold before or at the Summer FUN show.
1887	PR64	PCGS 85100429	F-101	Choice	$685	Choice Original, Watery Proof Fields, Light Gun Metal Gray Patina, Fully Struck, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. An absolutely original 1887 proof dime with watery mirrored fields. As in the case with most proof Seated dime, bright light viewing is required to release the natural coloring and reflective mirrors. In the case of this 1887 specimen, a light source exposes subtle sky blue and light gold on the obverse. These same colors are more pronounced on the reverse and quite attractive. A 10x loupe inspection revealed several die polish lines on the reverse that should not be mistaken for hairlines. Accurately graded and off the market for several decades. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder. From the Gerry Fortin Liberty Seated Dime Reference Collection.
1887	MS62	PCGS 27359080		Choice	$265	Vibrant Aquamarine Luster, Choice Surfaces, Accurately Graded, Saco River Collection. Satiny aquamarine luster is the highlight of this lovely 1887 Philadelphia struck Seated dime. Strike is complete except for the pesky upper left wheat grains on the reverse. Grading is accurate. Housed in 2013 PCGS holder with edge view insert. A solid offering from the Saco River Collection.
1887-S	MS63	raw	F-116	Original	$295	Strictly Original, Misplaced 8 with Rainbow Toning.. A lovely seated dime that is fully struck with reflective fields and original rainbow toning that collectors seek. Placing dime light releases a full range of color with obverse peripheral golds changing to blue/green at center. Reverse has peripheral blues that transition to rose then gold at the center. I don't see wear on this dime and comfortable grading it MS63 in raw state.
1887-S	MS61	NGC 3832832043	F-118	Original	$195	Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Thin Mottled Rose Patina, Well Struck, Conservatively Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. A lovely 1887 San Francisco strike with reflective cartwheel luster and mottled rose patina. Strike is also complete. Probably better than the assigned MS61 and housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. From the Gerry Fortin reference collection and the F-118 plate coin at The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors at www.seateddimevarieties.com.
1887-S	AU55	raw	F-106	Market Acceptable	$120	Cracked Reverse, Reflective Surfaces, Well Struck. An attractive 1887 San Francisco strike that probably has dipped at some point but now an even light gray. Remaining details are at the AU58 level since little wear is seen. However, I've net graded to AU55 and priced accordingly. Strike is essentially complete with the left wreath die cracks being obvious under a 10x loupe.
1887-S	AU55	PCGS 85100432	F-101	Choice	$160	F-101 Web-book Plate Coin, Choice Original, Light Gold Patina and Luster, Typical Strike, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Freshly graded and housed in 2015 style PCGS holder without CAC attempt. I would be surprised if this dime were not to receive CAC approval since so choice original at the assigned PCGS grade level. The F-101 plate coin in The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors. Another fine numismatic offering from the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection reflecting old time quality and originality.
1887-S	AU50	raw	F-119	Market Acceptable	$50	New November 6! Flag of 1 in Shield, Uniform Gray Patina, Obverse Light Wipe, Wholesome Reverse, Indiana Collection . A raw 1887-S F-119 example with the flag of 1 digit in the lower shield. Surfaces are toned an even gun metal gray. Obverse has seen a light wipe and is therefore not qualified to be labeled strictly original. Reverse is problem free. From the Indiana Collection.
1888	MS66	PCGS 50029230	F-111	Choice	$800	Misplaced 8 in Base, Proof Like, Gem Toning, Birmingham Collection.. Rich gold and aquamarine patina covers this exceptional 1888 dime. Fully struck and attractive. Housed in older PCGS blue label holder with serial number 50029230. No CAC attempt.
1888	MS64	NGC 301289001	F-111	Choice	$485	New November 25! F-111, Misplaced 8 Digit in Base, Near Gem Original, Reflective Cartwheel Luster, Steely Fields, Gorgeous Blue, Rose and Gold Patina, Conservatively Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. A wonderful 1888 Philadelphia strike with brilliant reflective cartwheel luster coupled with classic old album blue, rose and gold patina. Surfaces are entirely blemish free on this near gem original example. The F-111 obverse 11 exhibits a misplaced lower loop of an 8 digit in the base immediately to the right of the pendant. This extra 8 digit is located mid way between the final two 8 digits in the date. The lower loop of the 8 digit is well defined and be easily diagnosed with some practice. Reverse die is cracked primarily between the rim and wreath devices. This offering is also the F-111 plate coin at The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors at www.seateddimevarieties.com. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert. Recently pull from the Fortin bank box and has not seen a CAC submission.
1888	AU50	raw	F-115	Original	HOLD $55	Early Die State, Nice Obverse Luster, Original Gray Patina, Well Struck, Massachusetts Collection. A strictly original F-115 example struck with early die state dies. Copper gray patina covers obverse and reverse with residual luster remaining during bright light viewing. Sharp rims and honest wear without any blemishes. A quality duplicate from the Massachusetts Collection.
1888	AU50	raw	F-107	Original	$65	Original Crusty Gray, Blemish Free Surfaces, Conservative Grading. A strictly original 1888 Philadelphia strike with uniform crusty gray surfaces. Strike weakness is the rule for many later date Philadelphia dimes as seen on this example. Conservative grading based on wear alone.
1888-S	MS63	PCGS 21459660		Choice	$950	Scarce in Mint State, Choice Original, Vibrant Cartwheel Luster, Frosty Devices, Completely Struck, Conservative Grading, Newtown Collection . Previously from the Birmingham Collection and sold into the Newtown Collection during September 2015. This is how long it has taken Newtown to locate a worthy upgrade for this gorgeous 1888-S dime. Vibrant cartwheel luster is consistent with a high grade. Surfaces are 100% choice with frosty devices. Strike is hammered with all devices and motifs complete on bold sides. Clearly a superior offering and consistent with my requirements for a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. This lovely San Francisco dime is so well balanced with conservative grading. Housed in old PCGS blue label holder dating back to the late 1990s. A superior offering from the Newtown Collection to consider.
1889	PF65CAM	PCGS 03622188	F-101	Gem	$1950	Gem Original, Mirrored Cameo Fields, Essentially Untoned. Gerry Fortin Collection.. A wonderful cameo example with watery mirrors and bold reflections under bright light. Surfaces are untoned except for a very faint layer of localize gold that the camera and image processing have enhanced. Full struck with not blemishes as one would expect with the PF65 assigned grade. PCGS population reports indicates (8) in PF65 Cameo while CAC has only approved (2) in PF65. This is one of the finest available at this grade level. Housed in early PCGS "Series" blue label holder and approved by CAC.
1889	MS65	PCGS 15023182	F-116	Gem	$935	Gem Original, Vibrant Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Golden Perpherial Toning, Conservative Grading, Newtown Collection. Ex. Osprey Collection. A spectular 1889 Seated dime with glowing frosty luster. Surface toning is limited to golden and rose shades mostly concentrated near the rims. Strike is typical for With Legend dimes during the 1882 through 1891 era. There is weakness at Liberty's head and on the upper left wheat grains as is frequently seen. Eye appeal is high due to brilliant frosty luster that dominates during in hand and bright light viewing. This lovely dime is housed in older blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert and is conservatively graded. In summary, luster, surfaces, color and grading fully warrant CAC approval on this Newtown Collection offering.
1889	MS63	NGC 4189140006	F-113	Choice	$250	Choice Original, Attractive Rose-Blue Patina, Satiny Luster, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. A choice original 1889 dime that is at its best when viewed under a light source. Obverse is toned a fiery rose with intermixed blues, while the reverse has deep sky blue covering the most of the wreath devices. Under a light source, both obverse and reverse offer crisp cartwheel luster. The reverse is very pleasing indeed for the assigned MS63 grade level. Strike is nearly complete with just a touch of weakness at the top of Liberty's head. Housed in newer NGC holder. From the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection.
1889	AU55	raw		Choice	$115	Choice Original, Lustrous Cartwheel Olive-Gold Patina, Struck From Eroded Dies, Accurately Graded. A lovely 1889 Seated dime with satiny cartwheel luster and rose, gray and aquamarine coloring. Struck with heavily eroded dies as there is considerable metal flow surrounding Liberty, as the main device, and within the shield. Reverse is similar with bold die clashing and metal flow lines behind the denomination. In hand viewing is highly recommended to appreciate this quality Seated dime. Perfect as a type coin and accurately graded.
1889 Double Die Reverse	AU53	PCGS 85100437	F-106	Choice	$160	Double Die Reverse #3, Crusty OriginaL, Choice Surfaces, Even Gray Patina, Blemish Free, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. A perfectly natural example of the Double Die Reverse #3 variety with choice surfaces and crusty original patina. In The Definite Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors, there are five different double die reverse identified. The F-106 reverse is probably the most dramatically doubled of all with huge hubbing separation between the outer left wreath devices and at upper left of (O)NE. The CherryPickers guide is vague on 1889 Double Die Reverse listing as the illustration does not match the description and I'm unable to tell which of the multiple double die reverses are being referenced. The offered dime is an excellent examples of the F-106 reverse and is freshly graded. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder and ready for a new home in a serious Seated dime die variety collection.
1889-S	MS63	NGC 3711364005	F-102	Choice	$975	Medium S, Choice Original, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Light Gold Skin, Conservative Grading, Newtown Collection. Ex. Strong Hands Collection. Those who are fans of vibrant frosty cartwheel luster will enjoy owning this 1889-S Medium S dime. Originally, a duplicate from the Strong Hands Collection that sold into the Newtown Collection and now back on the market. Obverse fields are free of any marks while the reverse has typical field luster breaks for the MS63 grade. However, I believe the piece is conservatively graded on an eye appeal basis as the luster is that of a higher grade. The Medium S mintmark size is a bit more difficult to locate than the Small S but no premium is warranted. The 1889-S becomes scarce in mint state regardless of the higher mintage. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. Another fine numismatic property from the Newtown Collection.
1889-S	AU58	NGC 3887987038	F-101	Original	$275	Medium S, Original Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Well Struck, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. 1889 San Francisco strikes become scarce in higher AU grades. PCGS population report indicates 8 graded at the AU55 level and another 9 at AU58 with few CoinFacts auction records. The date is definitely not "common" and will sell above those levels. Offered here is one of the duplicate F-101 Medium S examples from my reference collection. Surfaces are original and emit frosty cartwheel luster. Strike is well executed with only the upper left wheat grains lacking full definition. Housed in newer NGC holder.
1889-S	AU55	NGC 3832832053	F-101	Original	$245	F-101 Web-book Plate Coin, Near Choice Original, Light Gray Patina, Frosty Luster, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. A pleasing 1889 San Francisco strike that is the F-101 plate coin within the The Definite Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors. The F-101 die variety features a Medium S sized mintmark with die file lines in the upper loop. Surfaces are strictly original with just a hint of gray patina. There is ample residual luster when viewing with a light source. A quality example that has been off the market since the mid 1990s. Housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. From the Gerry Fortin Reference Collection.
1890	PF63	NGC Fatty 215471020	F-101a	Choice	$675	Choice Original, Nice Mirrors, Struck from Business Strike Dies.. We typically expect proof dies to be reused for circulation strikes but in the case of the 1890 F-101 die pairing, circulation strike dies were polished and employed for proof strikes. The telltale diagnostic is a mint worker's attempt to tool out a faint reverse die crack on the circulation strike die. Please see the macro image taken from the web-book plate coin. The same diagnostic is available on this NGC PF63 example.
1890	MS62	NGC 4189859004	F-108	Choice	$295	Misplaced Digits in Lower Shield, Choice Crusty Original, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection, Accurately Graded. A wonderful crusty original 1890 dime from the Gerry Fortin reference collection. Surfaces are choice, blemish free and offer considerable luster for the assigned grade. The top loops of a 9 and 0 digits are visible in the lower shield. The extra 9 digit is located between shield lines 4 and 5 while the top loop of the 0 digit is located between shield lines 8 and 9. Housed in newer NGC holder with CAC approval; conservative grading by NGC. A top quality offering and www.seateddimevarieties.com web-book plate coin.
1890	MS62	PCGS 30624388	F-102a	Choice	$235	Choice Original, Prior Proof Dies, Gray/Brown Patina, Accurately Graded, West Coast Collection. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. CAC approval is definitely deserved. Full description shortly.
1890	AU58	PCGS 80503932		Choice	$135	Excellent Type Coin Candidate, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Light Gold Peripheral Toning, Accurately Graded, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. A perfectly original 1890 Philadelphia strike that is accurately graded with CAC approval. Bold frosty luster is one of the important highlights along with being well struck. Peripheral gold is evident on both sides. A quality offering that would make an ideal type coin. Housed in 2015 style PCGS holder and worthy of consideration.
1890	AU50	raw	TOP #90 F-105	Original	$85	Misplaced Digit in Gown, Strictly Original Surfaces, Top 100 Varieties #90. There is considerable remaining luster on this nice 1890 Philadelphia strike that also happens to be one of the Top 100 misplaced digit entries for the date. Obverse is nice and frosty while the reverse has golden patina throughout. Strike is above average for a With Legend design dime. There are several obverse blemishes that are not distracting. Fairly priced for the variety and Top 100 status.
1890-S	MS62	NGC 4189862005	F-101	Choice	$475	Choice Original for Variety, Misplaced 1 in Base, Challenging to Locate.. A pleasing Liberty Seated dime that is choice original including undisturbed surfaces covered with light gray patina. The F-101 die pairing is infrequently seen as my F-101 web-book plate coin was only an EF40 piece until locating this example. The misplaced 1 digit in the base is obvious on the obverse while the reverse appears to have been polished at least once since the triple repunching is no longer evident. I believe that this dime has an interim die state reverse between F-101 and F-101a whereby during F-101a, the reverse die is heavily polished and a significant portion of the devices details are removed and the mintmark being very weak. I've updated the F-101 webpage and used this dime as a plate coin. Definitely a dime for the advanced variety specialist. Housed in new NGC holder with serial number 4189862-005.
1890-S	AU55	PCGS 27363959	F-107	Cleaned	$155	S/S Mintmark Right, Old Cleaning, AU55 Details, Rare Repunched Mintmark Variety.. This is my favorite repunched mintmark for the Seated dime denomination. Mintmark is repunched right with traces of the serifs visible to right of final mintmark. Also the initial mintmark loops are visible inside the final mintmark consistent with the web-book macro image. Dime grades AU55 from wear perspective but is too light silver color for PCGS, thus the Code 92 assignment. There are no hairlines with the dime having more of a slightly polished look rather than being dull from cleaning. Regardless, this is an excellent example of the variety. Housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder.
1890-S	AU55	PCGS 30624389	F-102	Original	$185	Double Die Obverse, Original Ebony Gray Patina, Residual Luster, Accurately Graded, West Coast Collection. Housed in 2014 generation PCGS holder. Full description shortly.
1891	PR64	PCGS 50196929	F-131 R4	Choice	$750	Choice Original Proof, Hammered Strike, Watery Mirrors, Gorgeous Deep Gray-Blue Patina, Florida Collection. Let's start the description for this near gem 1891 proof strike Seated dime with a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. I really like this example for multiple reasons. First is the strict originality with deep gray and blue toning. Next are the watery fields during bright light viewing. And finally, the strike is absolutely hammered. Accurately graded and housed in old blue label PCGS holder with standard ring insert. An above average Liberty Seated proof dime from the Florida Collection.
1891	AU58	PCGS 28669056		Choice	$175	Choice Original, Olive Gold Patina, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Reasonable Strike, Accurately Graded, Jim Poston Consignment. 10% Price Reduction October 7, 2018 - Sure the 1891 Liberty Seated dime date is common! What is uncommon, is an 1891 dime with this type of eye appeal and worthy of a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation. Frosty cartwheel luster is immediately evident upon first viewing under a light source. Obverse olive-gold toning is a bit crusty while the reverse offers target toning; a faint sky blue center surrounded by rich gold. strike is nearly complete with just a touch of weakness at Liberty's head. Choice original surfaces are blemish free. Housed in 2013 generation PCGS holder with edge view insert. An eye appeal offering from Jim Poston for that common date Dansco or Whitman album slot in a type or date/mintmark set.
1891	AU50	raw	F-102a R6	Original	$295	Die Cud Between 9:00 - 10:00, Original Golden Gray Surfaces, Few Obverse Marks, Traveling Man's Collection. On this 1891 F-102 die pairing, the reverse die suffers metal stress between 9:00 and 10:00. A die section into the left wreath is about to break apart. Philadelphia struck 1891 dimes are rarely seen with partial or full cuds on the reverse. This is in stark contrast to New Orleans strikes which are a treasure trove waiting to be explored. This F-102a example, from the Traveling Man's Liberty Seated dime Dansco album collection, is the highest grade example seen by GFRC. The reverse cud is well defined with distinct shelf metal. Surfaces are toned a golden gray on both sides. The obverse has marks in the right obverse field and across (AMERI)CA. A very difficult die variety and priced accordingly.
1891-O	MS65	PCGS OGH 4219100	F-113	Gem	$1700	Crusty Gem Original, Old Green Holder, Gerry Fortin Collection.. One does not often see "crusty original" dimes graded MS65 but here is an example to consider. The strike is so well executed with bold devices throughout obverse and reverse. We surmise that many 1891 New Orleans dimes were struck on presses with high striking forces (for Morgans). In hand, the toning is dark but under bright light, this piece acquires a fiery red glow that is so attractive. Purchased during April 2007 from Warren Mills at Rare Coins of New Hampshire. Advanced collectors well know the quality coins sold by RCNH. Finally, this is also the Seated Dime web-book plate coin for the F-113 Repunched Date variety. Housed in PCGS old green holder; serial number 4219100
1891-O	MS63	PCGS 12891754	TOP #96 F-106a	Choice	$875	Repunched 89 Digits, Heavily Clashed Dies, Repinched Mintmark, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Golden-Rose Patina, Hammered Strike, Accurately Graded, Cleveland Collection. Ex. Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. A wonderful example of the 1891-O F-106a die pairing and late die state that features multiple die clashing on the obverse along with bold repunching of the 89 digits in the date. The reverse also offers a boldly repunched mintmark. This example has it all for the die variety specialist along with being at the mint state grade level. Surfaces offer bold frosty luster with substantial cartwheel effects. Strike is hammered with mint frost throughout the major devices. Formerly in the Gerry Fortin reference collection and sold into the Cleveland Collection towards filling out his Top 100 Variety set with mint state examples. Housed in old blue label holder with standard ring insert. The blue label reads "RPD & RPM, Obv & Rev Dies Clashed". A special Top 100 Varieties duplicate from the Cleveland Collection that is not often found in the marketplace.
1891-O	MS62	NGC 4189140010	F-124a	Choice	$425	Massive Reverse Die Crack, Choice Original Surfaces, Gray-Gold with Ebony Speckled Toning, Completely Struck, Gerry Fortin Reference Collection. Purchased way back during 2003 ANA show due to a massive reverse die crack that has shelf metal characteristics. I've never seen a later die state of the F-124a die variety. Another 1891-O strictly original die variety piece that is difficult to part with. Graded during 2014 by NGC as MS62 and worthy of mint state designation. Surfaces are covered with gray-gold patina along with ebony specks that are concentrated at the peripheries. No blemishes whatsoever. Accurately graded and housed in newer NGC holder with edge view insert. New images taken and placed in the web-book. An opportunity to own one of the plate coins from the 2004 "The Definitive resource for Liberty Seated Dime Die Variety Collectors" that set a new online standard for die variety research and reporting.
1891-O	MS61	NGC 678694005	F-112	Original	$235	New November 12! F-112, Medium O Over Upside Down Small S, Original Mirrored Fields, White Reflective Luster, First F-112 Example Seen, Accurately Graded, Massachusetts Collection. It is exciting to finally see a F-112 1891-O example rather than referencing the Kam Ahwash encyclopedia. F-112 was struck from polished dies that provide white reflective luster under a light source. The repunched mintmark is undeniable. My own study suggests that the reverse mintmark is Medium O over upside down S mintmark. Please see The Definitive Resource for Liberty Seated Dime Variety Collectors at www.seateddimevarieties.com for an in depth analysis. Strike is nearly completely executed with only the upper reverse wheat grains not completely formed. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert. This holder dates back to the late 1990s. Recently upgraded by the Massachusetts Collection and searching for a new home.
1891-O	AU58	raw	F-106a R4	Choice	HOLD $275	New November 30! Repunched Date and Mintmark, Heavily Clashed Dies, Frosty Cartwheel Luster, Thin Gray Patina, Bold Strike, Top 100 Varieties. An important offering of entry #96 in the Seated Dime Top 100 Varieties set. Recently purchased from an old time collector at the NH Coin Expo show and off the market for several decades. This 1891-O is a perfect F-106a example with multiple heavy die clashes along with repunched 89 digits, on the obverse, and repunched Medium O mintmark on the reverse. Surfaces have just a touch of rub and are fully natural and choice. Under a light source, frosty cartwheel luster is pleasing and attractive. I'm listing this piece in as purchased raw condition. If not sold by the FUN show, it is off to a TPG for grading and variety attribution and will be offered at higher price than currently listed. This example would be a prize for the Liberty Seated dime die variety specialist.
1891-O	AU53	raw	F-120	Original	$125	Original, Early Die State of Shattered Reverse, Proof Like, Web-book Plate Coin.. A wonderful early die state 1891-O dime with proof like obverse fields and a boldly struck reverse. Surfaces show minimal wear and ample luster. Used as web-book plate coin to illustrate difference between very early die state and later die state with shattered reverse. Buyer will be pleased with this specimen in their collection.
1891-S	MS60	NGC 2508594012	F-109	Original	$195	Medium S, Frosty White Cartwheel Luster, Strictly Original, Conservative Grading, Massachusetts Collection. The MS60 grade level is infrequently seen on TPG certified coins. However, NGC decided to use this grade level for the offering 1891-S F-109 dime. Let's explore that since the Massachusetts Collection has upgraded the piece and wishes for it to find a new home. White cartwheel luster is vibrant and active throughout obverse and reverse and consistent with MS63 grade level. Surfaces are frosty original but probably dipped given the uniform white coloring. Under a 10x loupe, there are some faint field hairlines when rotating the coin under bright light. This has to be the reason for the assigned MS60 grade. Housed in old NGC holder with standard ring insert.

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