The Benson Mercury Dimes Project: Super lustrous. The Doctor had good taste. 1944S 10c PCGS- Benso

wingedliberty · September 21, 2003 5:12AM

I just won this baby on Ebay. I have heard that most of Benson's Mercs were white and highly lustrous.
I have seen a few on Ebay and they have displayed similar characteristics, but this is the first one that I have won. Does anyone have an extra Benson catalog set that they can sell me or direct me to the right place , or do I have to just contact the Goldbergs?
I would like to research more about Dr.Benson's Mercury collecting habits as I plan to collect more of his Mercs. Thanks for any help in advance.

Here is the coin.
Your thoughts?1944-S 10c Benson PCGS-MS66

fcloud · September 21, 2003 5:18AM

Brian,

The coin looks great! congrats!

jdimmick · September 21, 2003 5:21AM

Nice pickup Brian,

I notice that the sellers lives in Greensboro, NC area. See if you can find out who it is. If he is a local dealer or private collector.

There used to be several shops in that AREA, but I think they have all closed down. I pass thru there at least one time each week, and would love to stop a shop on day I have the time.

jim d

lablover · September 21, 2003 5:26AM

Brian,
Super find and a great looking Merc. My congrats to you.

Placid · September 21, 2003 6:04AM

Not sure about this.

Lot 668
1944-S. Normal mint mark roll of 50 pieces. This roll grades choice brilliant uncirculated. Some of the coins show toning on the edges while the centers are bright. Great luster throughout. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $250-300.

Feb 18-19, 2002, The Benson Collection Part 2, Sale 13

Baley · September 21, 2003 6:36AM

Looks like one of the better coins from the roll! Probably not all 50 got slabbed, or if they did, maybe not all 50 graded as high as 66.

jbsteven · September 21, 2003 8:10AM

I have about 8-9 of the Benson mercs and all but one are toned. most are not attractive toning. check the #27 merc set which is mine for a few that are in my set.