1876 CC Dime Doubling

jmcu12

I was at a local auction and found this dime. (I am starting a CC type set). I saw that it had doubling on the last E in both 'One' & 'Dime'.

Am I looking at any type of rarity here? I am not a dime expert so I am not sure if this is simply a variety or if it is something special.

Thanks in advance.

JoyofCollecting

According to Brian Greer, there are at least two varieties of 1876-CC dimes that have obverse or reverse doubling.

Variety 101 is a doubled die obverse that can be paired with three different reverses labeled A, B, or C. 101 with reverse A is extremely scarce above VF. 101 with reverse C is rare in any grade. 101 with reverse B is the most common.


Variety 102 is a doubled die reverse. It is very bold doubling and is most pronounced in the E of "ONE" and E of "DIME." This is considered a common variety.

So, since you say the reverse is doubled, I'm guessing it is pretty common.

I would recommend ANACS as being very good and reasonably priced at attributing varieties. But make sure you don't need to see the coin for at least 90 days.

Good luck.