My favorite toned Barber dimes have returned from PCGS - images
Casey
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These dimes are some of my favorites and why I'm so passionate (addicted?) to collecting them. Darker toning like these are simply awesome (imo).
The 1892-O is probably my favorite and is an XF45. The toning is stunning. I wrestled this one away from John Marburger (coinlieutenant). This dime is also notable because it's currently the lowest graded specimen by PCGS (and I bet it's better looking than all of the others out there). How cool is that?!
The 1900-O also has beautiful toning and is a great date. I purchased this from our resident Barber expert Tyler Child (Arco). PCGS gave it an XF45. I thought it was a lock at AU53. All the detail is there, but the lack of luster must have held it back. Doesn't matter - this coin is sweet. PCGS has only graded 47 1900-O's.
My 1907 is a common date. I bought this on Ebay for XF money and PCGS graded it MS62. Cool!
The 1907-O was the "questionable" portion of the submission. Because the toning is especially thick on the obv. between 3:00 - 7:00, I thought I potentially had my first bodybag. But no! My eye is good and PCGS rewarded me with an AU55! Cool.
Well that was fun! Let me know what you think of these.
Casey
The 1892-O is probably my favorite and is an XF45. The toning is stunning. I wrestled this one away from John Marburger (coinlieutenant). This dime is also notable because it's currently the lowest graded specimen by PCGS (and I bet it's better looking than all of the others out there). How cool is that?!
The 1900-O also has beautiful toning and is a great date. I purchased this from our resident Barber expert Tyler Child (Arco). PCGS gave it an XF45. I thought it was a lock at AU53. All the detail is there, but the lack of luster must have held it back. Doesn't matter - this coin is sweet. PCGS has only graded 47 1900-O's.
My 1907 is a common date. I bought this on Ebay for XF money and PCGS graded it MS62. Cool!
The 1907-O was the "questionable" portion of the submission. Because the toning is especially thick on the obv. between 3:00 - 7:00, I thought I potentially had my first bodybag. But no! My eye is good and PCGS rewarded me with an AU55! Cool.
Well that was fun! Let me know what you think of these.
Casey
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those are nicely toned Barbers! Lightly circulated examples are very pleasing when original as these are. I love dimes! Here is a new scan of my Barber 10c. Pr CAM Pop 2 with 26 higher. I have captured more detail I think with this batch of scans.
Best,
Billy
Fully struck and very deeply mirrored PQ Choice Brilliant Cameo Proof 63 with watery fields, frosted devices, overall moderate hairlines with few contact marks and a relatively clean cheek; beautiful fully original golden color with traces of vibrant rim tone - pleasing, particularly deep and electric purple, green and blue peripheral toning on the reverse. Mintage 1,245 Purchased from David Lawrence Rare Coins Designer: Charles E. Barber
yes, I also love that PCGS MS62 1907 10c - very original and with much character. Deep, dark and very rich - and just the right amount to compliment the coins design. Very nice and an excellent score! I am partial to that year anyway - it is the year my favorite ocean liner Mauretania was completed had its Maiden Voyage.
Best,
Billy
Great coins and great photography to boot!!
V.r,
John
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Tyler
Your '07 is my favorite. I'd love to have a complete set of dimes that look EXACTLY like that.
Thanks for sharing.
Dave
Nicely matched
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