1874 Seated Dime Question

ElKevvo

I was looking through some coins in a group I bought a while ago and ran across an 1874 Seated Dime With Arrows that was marked on the 2x2 'One Arrow' and indeed seems to have only one arrow. I did a 'net search and checked my Red Book but no info. Perhaps the other arrow was filled with grease or ?? Looking at it via 10x loupe there does not seem to be any indication of an arrow at all and the surface where the arrow is pretty much like the rest of the obverse field areas. Any thoughts? Thanks!

K

Aercus

Looks like an F-114. Gerry suggests the marriage is scarce.

http://www.seateddimevarieties.com/date_mintmark/1874wa_114page.htm

ElKevvo

Thanks for that link, some great info there and I will be referencing it in the future. It does look like the F-114.

K

The_Dinosaur_Man

I like that variety! I'll have to keep an eye out myself now!

ricko

Interesting find.... I see they had a couple of theories, including grease filled die... Nice find. Cheers, RickO

WAYNEAS

What a great find.
I do accredit it to a grease filled die.
Wayne

ElKevvo

If it is a F-114 would it be worth it to have it authenticated? I see that our host is now attributing Seated Dimes by Fortin number. If it makes sense to send it in I'll do so here in the next couple of weeks with my collectors club submission.

Thanks in advance!

K

Aercus

I don't think it would be worth the slab and variety fee. The giant mark across the shield and general corrosion means it won't straight grade. If you want to sell, I would contact Gerry directly. He has sold several low grade examples over the years and may be able to give you a good price.

ElKevvo

Yeah it is not in the best circulated condition. I'll reach out to Gerry and see what his expert opinion is.

Have a great day!

K

johnny9434

i like it anyay merry christmas all