Where is the wear on this barber dime?

CoinBuyer12 · January 17, 2013 1:44AM

This came back as Au-55 from PCGS. I thought for sure it would make MS Grade.

I'm not the best at grading barbers, so I was wondering if someone could point out where the wear is at.

guitarwes · January 17, 2013 1:47AM

Cap, Cheek, Neck, Head wreath.....??

CaptHenway · January 17, 2013 2:02AM

<< Cap, Cheek, Neck, Head wreath.....?? >>

BillJones · January 17, 2013 2:06AM

Her cheekbone is rubbed for sure, and the spot on her neck is probably something more than just toning or discoloration.

ambro51 · January 17, 2013 2:19AM

It looks like it may appear "pretty dull" rotated under a light. Maybe more a general surface grade than wear.

291fifth · January 17, 2013 2:23AM

<< Cap, Cheek, Neck, Head wreath.....?? >>

Yep!

Baley · January 17, 2013 2:31AM

there is AU58 type friction all over the highpoints, and the issue with the area at the back of the neck, is that a J shaped scratch and an attempt to buff it?

seanq · January 17, 2013 2:33AM

Nice repunched date, I think that one is listed in the CPG. Did you get it attributed on the holder?

Sean Reynolds

CoinBuyer12 · January 17, 2013 2:33AM

Thanks for the opinion everyone.

Now...

Would you keep it, or sell it?

ColonelJessup · January 17, 2013 2:46AM

Assuming the toning discoloration back of neck is not too much a worry (something odd there), Superb Gem AU. I've seen many worse in 63 and even 64 holders. If it were a Bust 50c it would bring $2000 slabbed 58.

If no serious neck problem it's a gold bean, even if just mine. MS60 bid is $80, I'd pay $100. Oreville would hunt me down and bawl me out if I sold it to CRO first.

LindeDad · January 17, 2013 2:51AM

<< there is AU58 type friction all over the highpoints, and the issue with the area at the back of the neck, is that a J shaped scratch and an attempt to buff it? >>

that J is the eye catcher to me.

BryceM · January 17, 2013 2:57AM

Where oh where is the wear? Sorry - couldn't resist.

"I thought for sure it would make MS......" and sending a coin in for grading really don't go together. I've been surprised both directions, but mostly in the one that doesn't favor me.

I like the overall look of the coin, but the J and the area around the J is a bit of a problem. Of course on a dime that would be miniscule. I think it would be a very marketable coin in a 55 holder.

DIMEMAN · January 17, 2013 3:49AM

Definitely an AU coin and 55 is right because of the "J" or it would be 58.

Is it for sale?

shorecoll · January 17, 2013 3:52AM

The problems with a picture of a dime the size of a dinner plate. That "J" looks thumbed to me, I'm not sure I would notice it in hand, but the wear on the wreath is definite.

CoinBuyer12 · January 17, 2013 3:55AM

Not for sale. I just asked because I wanted the opinion of another collectors "desirability".

This is more a "true to size" pic of the dime.

DIMEMAN · January 17, 2013 3:59AM

Just asking because I collect varieties of all dimes. Yours is a RPD although not one that is in CPD so PCGS would not attribute it. But I do collect non PCGS varieties. If you change your mind keep me in mind.

Thanks, Jon

CoinBuyer12 · January 17, 2013 4:04AM

How do I message someone on the forum?

TwoSides2aCoin · January 17, 2013 4:04AM

If it's got too much wear, I'd proudly wear it. It's got the LQQK. . . I'd put a gold star, and a gold CAC sticker on it. Have no clue if JA would, but it really is sweet to my eye.

A real plus for "eye appeal" and "strike detail" though the luster is subdued by the toning, the toning makes it outstanding.

ColonelJessup · January 17, 2013 4:07AM

I can't figure out how, if it's actually damaged, it would grade at all.

Or understand why, if the damage is there, anyone here would think a "net grade" would be assigned.

Or not caution, despite our host's imprimatur, against it being allowed into the hands of an unsuspecting public.

DIMEMAN · January 17, 2013 4:54AM

Turn your PM on and click on private messages.

Senex · January 17, 2013 5:02AM

<< Cap, Cheek, Neck, Head wreath.....?? >>

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MFH · January 26, 2013 7:22AM

Personally, I was distracted by the beautiful toning and
thought the coin was nicer than the grade posted. It has rub
in all the places aforementioned, but it shouldn't be just dismissed
as just another 55. Its extemely attractive and worthy of inclusion
in a toned date set

CoinRaritiesOnline · January 26, 2013 8:46AM

<< Oreville would hunt me down and bawl me out if I sold it to CRO first.

>>

That could be true. Though of course I would pay more.

magikbilly · January 26, 2013 8:58AM

Sometimes, to see this type of rub, holding the coin at 90 degrees to a white bit of paper, almost like looking for inches of depth on a DMPL but looking at the coin instead of the ruler, can reveal these light areas of slight wear/rub. Hope this helps.

Eric

MFH · February 13, 2013 5:52AM

Ok, three guesses whose collection this great looking
Barber Dime is going into ? It's scheduled (for the time
being, anyway ) for the MS Date Set.

Don't worry, I paid dearly for it. Very strong AU 58 money.
You don't see Dimes as beautifully toned like this one every day.

Dolan · February 13, 2013 7:07AM

CoinBuyer12... really digging your website

Jinx86 · February 13, 2013 9:06AM

Nice toned pieces, RPD?...8/8. I havent checked cherry pickers.

keets · February 13, 2013 9:57AM

and the vultures descend at the BST, er, USCoin forum!!

lordmarcovan · February 13, 2013 10:06AM

That's one helluva nice slider, fer sure.

Would've fooled me into thinking possible MS, too.

MFH · February 13, 2013 11:27AM

<< and the vultures descend at the BST, er, USCoin forum!!

>>

It was never on the BST - I picked it up on eBay at auction. Paid MS 63 money for it too.

roadrunner · February 13, 2013 11:52AM

<< Assuming the toning discoloration back of neck is not too much a worry (something odd there), Superb Gem AU. I've seen many worse in 63 and even 64 holders. If it were a Bust 50c it would bring $2000 slabbed 58.

If no serious neck problem it's a gold bean, even if just mine. MS60 bid is $80, I'd pay $100. Oreville would hunt me down and bawl me out if I sold it to CRO first.

>>

I agree with the Colonel. I see any rub on this as extremely superficial. The luster seems intact in the fields and that's usually the key for a 61 grade. Not all the high pts
show wear...certainly not the forelock from what I can see. Could be net graded down for overall look (ie dullish luster?) or a question of NT vs. AT. It sure isn't an AU55.
They did you a favor. Now you have a gold bean candidate that's worth more than a MS61.

The rims are even, somewhat rough looking, toned, and look like they have luster on them....typical of a MS coins. AU55's rarely look like that. The reverse doesn't seem to show
any high pt rub on leaves, wreath, corn, knot, lettering, etc. A bust half looking like this would grade MS64 as long as the field luster was full. Full field luster with no breaks along
with full rim luster...is a mint state coin....regardless of superficial high point discoloration. Looks a bit muddily struck, esp on the obverse, giving all those flattish areas the look of
wear, especially with a dose of deeper oxidation.

Where is the wear on this barber dime?

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