Tough to find a nice Bust Dime Type example but just picked this one up — thoughts?

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P0CKETCHANGE
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Hey folks, I've been working on the 41 coin Basic U.S. Coin Design Registry Set for a little over a year now, which calls for an early dime (pre-1838). It has been tough going finding a nice one at a reasonable cost as the vast majority of these circulated heavily in commerce. Happy to say I finally jumped on one I liked at a grade that offers great value for this series — it's graded AU58 by PCGS.

What do you all think of this example? Would love to hear if you like it, but I'm also very open to feedback on things I may have missed or overlooked on this example, as I am always trying to improve my eye. Thanks for taking a look.


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  • coinkat
    coinkat Posts: 24,543 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    You made an excellent choice.

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  • Kliao
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    Pretty nice looking piece. I like it.

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  • ChrisH821
    ChrisH821 Posts: 7,152 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    I like it as well

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  • ricko
    ricko Posts: 98,724 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    That is a very nice coin.... Congratulations on a nice addition. Cheers, RickO

  • ThreeCentSilverFL
    ThreeCentSilverFL Posts: 1,700 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Nice example. I was going to say MS61 before I re-read the OP.

  • kaz
    kaz Posts: 9,378 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Nice! Perfect 58.

  • shortnock
    shortnock Posts: 522 ✭✭✭✭
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    Would not kick it out of bed.

  • Hydrant
    Hydrant Posts: 7,773 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    That's a good one.

  • Dave99B
    Dave99B Posts: 8,947 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    That's a really nice example. Very close to mint state IMO. Well done.

    Dave

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  • amwldcoin
    amwldcoin Posts: 11,269 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Don't think you could have got a more attractive example in 58. Nice Coin!

  • Eric_Babula
    Eric_Babula Posts: 448 ✭✭✭✭
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    First of all, that's a really nice looking coin! I think you chose wisely!

    With all the Bust posts lately, I might have to look at these a little more closely, learn a little, and consider buying! :wink:

    Second, I'm not a Bust collector (of any denomination), so I'm not familiar with the high points. And, it's hard for me to tell from this pic. Where is the wear that brings this to an AU? Eagle's beak/brow? Edge of wings? Just wondering, so I can learn more. Of course, I could just look at my grading guides I guess, but would like to hear input about this coin in particular.

    Man, if you didn't give away the grade, I might have guessed MS-64!

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  • hchcoin
    hchcoin Posts: 4,843 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    That's a very nice coin that I would love to have in my collection. Well done.

  • astrorat
    astrorat Posts: 9,221 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    It looks like a nice, original coin. Good choice!

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  • CaptHenway
    CaptHenway Posts: 34,177 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    I like that coin!

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  • asheland
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    I like that one! :)

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  • Sunshine Rare Coins
    Sunshine Rare Coins Posts: 2,362 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    I'm glad you like it.

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  • abcde12345
    abcde12345 Posts: 3,404 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    It has character.

  • trueblood
    trueblood Posts: 609 ✭✭✭✭
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    Hola and holy cow, now that is one original type coin.

  • ECHOES
    ECHOES Posts: 2,974 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Very nice, I like it... :#

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  • DoubleEagle59
    DoubleEagle59 Posts: 8,433 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    @kaz said:
    Nice! Perfect 58.

    My thought exactly.

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  • BryceM
    BryceM Posts: 11,940 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Nice detail, a bit of even wear, nice skin. What’s not to like?

  • OldIndianNutKase
    OldIndianNutKase Posts: 2,717 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Your 1835 is very nice and without any suggestions that it has ever been messed with. But significantly, that coin probably only circulated for a very short period of time until someone set it aside about 185 years ago. And it has been preserved very well ever since then. And you are it's new preserver.

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  • pursuitofliberty
    pursuitofliberty Posts: 7,927 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    That is quite a handsome coin with good skin and original surfaces and a nice pleasing color. Additionally it is well struck throughout. Very nice pickup, for sure!


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  • scotty4449
    scotty4449 Posts: 718 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    I love it! It's a tiny bit worn, but otherwise perfect in my opinion.

  • Batman23
    Batman23 Posts: 5,494 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    I really like it and I think you chose wisely. The stars appear well struck. A very nice reverse for the grade. Based on the photo I would have probably guessed 55 based on the obverse and what looks like a little wear. Good job!

  • Desert Moon
    Desert Moon Posts: 6,484 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Wholesome, if it came from UHR, you received quality and great value. It is a gorgeous dime.......

    Best, SH

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  • Wahoo554
    Wahoo554 Posts: 1,179 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Wonderful coin. I’ll bet it’s really nice to view under a light.

  • EastonCollection
    EastonCollection Posts: 1,710 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Very nice coin and congrulations finding a perfect example.

    Easton Collection
  • jedm
    jedm Posts: 3,266 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Based on the responses you received so far you should feel very confident that you've acquired a great example. Thanks for posting because for me this has been educational.

  • 291fifth
    291fifth Posts: 25,218 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    A very nice looking AU50 or 53 by my standards. Too much wear is evident to merit a 58.

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  • Desert Moon
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    @291fifth said:
    A very nice looking AU50 or 53 by my standards. Too much wear is evident to merit a 58.

    Using PCGS Photograde - no where near close to a 53 for this series, clearly a 58....... 53's show significant wear on the high areas of the design not observed on the OP's 58. OP's coin may have just the lightest rub giving luster breaks - which makes it a 58 - have to see in hand to be sure, but I trust the PCGS grading assessment as they did see it in hand and know what they are doing.

    Best, SH

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  • USMarine6
    USMarine6 Posts: 2,114 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    I like the overall look of the coin but is that a staple scratch at 2:30 on the obverse?

  • TomB
    TomB Posts: 23,192 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Looks like a pretty dang nice coin with terrific remaining mint frost and virtually no surface impairments. You chose a great set to work on as you will a stunning array of coinage to select and some wonderful designs to obtain.

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  • marcmoish
    marcmoish Posts: 6,938 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    Great pick, solid example for the grade, you need any further justification here not yet mentioned? ;)

  • 291fifth
    291fifth Posts: 25,218 ✭✭✭✭✭
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    @spacehayduke said:

    @291fifth said:
    A very nice looking AU50 or 53 by my standards. Too much wear is evident to merit a 58.

    Using PCGS Photograde - no where near close to a 53 for this series, clearly a 58....... 53's show significant wear on the high areas of the design not observed on the OP's 58. OP's coin may have just the lightest rub giving luster breaks - which makes it a 58 - have to see in hand to be sure, but I trust the PCGS grading assessment as they did see it in hand and know what they are doing.

    Best, SH

    My comment is based on my standards for an AU 58. By my standard and AU58 must look mint state at first glance and cannot have more than a slight rub. The TPG standards for the grade are more generous. Regardless, back in the days when I was putting a type set together I would have loved to include that coin in the set.

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