Are Barber dimes in MS66 a good set to start now?

saintguru · November 23, 2004 11:03AM

They are quite tiny...and there are very few. And there are not many collectors from what I see. Maybe that makes his a good time to start a set??? It's a hard jump down from Saints.

airplanenut · November 23, 2004 11:07AM

Don't know about them as a set, but I've seen two kinds--white and nice. Buy the ones with original skin!!!

coinguy89 · November 23, 2004 11:12AM

I would say it would be cheaper than the Saints, however I think they would be quite difficult to find with original color.

Elcontador · November 23, 2004 11:13AM

Most Unc. Barber coins I've seen of all denominations are ugly. If you're going to do this, before starting, be sure you can tell the diff. between an MS 66 and an MS 65. Also, be patient. You will be passing on quite a few coins.

magikbilly · November 23, 2004 11:17AM

Hi,
I agree with airplanenut - buy original! I just bought a PCGS PR63 1906 10c and I am in LOOOOOVE.

Best,
Billy

PS - Not looking for another NT or AT discussion on this coin. It is original IMHO and many others. I love it

coinlieutenant · November 23, 2004 11:19AM

I just sold a 10-D in 66*...even though it sold for strong money I thought it was a bargain...

saintguru · November 23, 2004 11:40AM

I have VERY good mentors if I decide to do it.. The BEST in the biz, IMO. But that is good advice. I KNOW Saints...I don't really know Barbers. ANd I had NO idea that the cameo was a woman for 40 years!! That's some tough looking broad!

lloydmincy · November 23, 2004 11:53AM

Heritage at FUN is going to sell the nicest barber dimes you will EVER see!!!! Get the catalog. It is a must for barber lovers. The best dimes, quarters and halves. It is supposed to be unbelievable. If you want to really laod up, they will have what you are looking for.

______Lloyd

Android · November 23, 2004 12:01PM

I've slowly becaome a fan of Barber dimes over time. Here's a fascinating PCGS MS66 from my type set.

jdimmick · November 23, 2004 12:47PM

Saintguru,
That would be a fantastic set to accomplish. If Blay is still working on his, then you ll have some competition. Thier are some great Barbers in that upcoming sell.

Also, an aquaintence of mine knows the current whereabouts of the only PCGS graded 95-o In 66. (Possibly to be coming up for auction in the near future)I saw it at the ANA, and it is a stunner. Early green holder and super nice!!! I also I beleive thier are two other dates where only one 66 exisits (02-o, and the 92-o).

jim

Casey · November 23, 2004 1:40PM

Andriod,

That is one sweet 97! Wow!

Cocoinut · November 23, 2004 2:21PM

A lot of the Barber dimes I've seen appear to be dull and lifeless. I can't say whether it's due to way way they were made, from overdipping, or both. Gem MS coins are definitely hard to find, so if you enjoy a challenge, it's a good series. I see attractive Barber quarters with far greater frequency than dimes. They just seem to have nicer luster, and I like the eagle reverse better than the dime's wreath reverse. As Elcontador said, if you go with the dimes, you'll be passing on a lot of coins. I'll buy them if I can find any that suit my taste and my budget.

Here's another 1897-P:

Jim

magikbilly · November 23, 2004 2:52PM

Hi,
thats a really clean cheek for these! Beautiful blue too round the edges!

Billy

mgoodm3 · November 23, 2004 2:59PM

Should be a nice collection to work on.

DeepCoin · November 23, 2004 9:49PM

While I always say collect what you like, the Barber dimes will never have the cache of Saints. Being a Merc collector, I would love someone with your passion for collecting to build a high grade Merc set. Would that I had your resources, but that is the beauty of the Registry in that others can share your joy as you assemble a high end set. Good luck with whatever new series you begin!

RYK · November 23, 2004 11:08PM

With your Saint set nearly complete, I like the idea of starting a new series. Seated quarters/halves/dollars, Trade dollars and $3's come to mind. I prefer 19th century coins, and admittedly am not a big fan of the Barber design. Though I like the Barber dimes the best--they are "cute"-I can only take small coins in small doses.

Good luck and keep us posted.

Robert

BillJones · November 23, 2004 11:12PM

The Barber coins are really quiet for the most part in this market. The problem is that they are "Plain Jane" coins that don't have a lot of sex appeal. Collectors have felt that way about these coins for many years. When I was a YN, the old time collectors I knew did not get very excited about the Barber series.

To me dimes are the dullest of the lot. I like the eagle on the reverse of the quarters and the half dollars. The dime is just of copy of the 19th century reverse, which has never done too much for me.

Having said all of this negative stuff, I'll say this. You will bust your tail trying to find these coins in true MS-66 with their original skins. They will cost you less money than your Saint collection (unless you need to have the 1894-S), but they were just as hard if not harder to find.

Merc · November 24, 2004 1:22AM

I don't think you can get a complete set in MS66. Some of the dates are very scarce. I check the NGC pop report (I don't have the on-line PGCs one) and there is not a MS66 graded coin for every date and mintmark. Some have a pop less than 5. I think even if you have the money for MS66 coins, you may have to wait awhile for some to come on the market. That 1894-S is a killer too

saintguru · November 24, 2004 1:51AM

Clearly I can't get the entire set in ms66...but that would be my baseline...I have to establish a quality level to work from. I don't think I'd go lower that ms65. IF I DO IT. SOOO CONFUSED

dorkkarl · November 24, 2004 2:00AM

try doing a set in stringent vf w/ well-matched, ORIGINAL coins.

very tough. i think a set in ms-66 would almost be easier!

K S

saintguru · November 24, 2004 2:18AM

not my kind of collecting.

RYK · November 24, 2004 2:29AM

try doing a set in stringent vf w/ well-matched, ORIGINAL coins.

Karl,

Great idea. Maybe I will do it.

R

tradedollarnut · November 24, 2004 2:31AM

Are you willing to do a set where you probably can never own either of the top two specimens of each date/mintmark? Not sure I would be....

saintguru · November 24, 2004 2:37AM

Bruce...you KNOW I would...we went through this regarding the Saints. My goal is and always will be to have the finest set "quality" possible in lieu of a completed set. It's just a case of personal choice. I love GEM coins and 95% in mostly MS66 would speak for itself.

If I ever went to sell them, the prices realized would not reflect the completion of the set...it would reflect the quality and consistency, IMO.

lloydmincy · November 24, 2004 2:47AM

Saintguru:

You are projecting a fear for a couple collectors of the series: Blay and Sperber. I know their mouths are watering waiting for the "Heritage barber show" at FUN. If you are truly going to start this new set of yours, you will NOT get a chance to buy coins like the one's coming up again for a long time, IMO. (Stewart asked me if I was going to go after any!!!) I am not a barber fan, but some of those may temp me.

I want the magnificent 1894-s, but then I would have to sell my right arm, kidneys, etc...

saintguru · November 24, 2004 3:05AM

So it is SAID, so it is DONE!!!

BARBERS

MORE TO COME, I'M SURE!!!

MacCrimmon · November 24, 2004 4:13AM

<< <i>So it is SAID, so it is DONE!!! >>

Nice start! I think a date run of these would be fabulous.

Here's some European androgynous types! Way cheap by comparison and doable in MS67+.

PCGS MS67

PCGS SP68

Merc · November 24, 2004 4:17AM

Oh my, you just bought 3 MS66 barber dimes just like that?

saintguru · November 24, 2004 4:23AM

No...they were sent to me by Steve duckor because I said I missed not having the FEDEX guy come by anymore...that's like a heroin dealer giving out FREE samples!!

Not a bad start with 3 excellent pedigreed coins. He did it!! I was WEAK!!

RYK · November 24, 2004 4:45AM

Wow! You don't waste any time. I am afraid that I will log in tomorrow, and the set will be 75% complete!

Merc · November 24, 2004 4:57AM

I've been quiet about the barber dimes, but I collect them too as well as my mercs. I have a handful in MS65 but no 66 like you are getting. They are too much for me

lloydmincy · November 24, 2004 6:40AM

Jay---
That is funny. You ARE a weak man!!! Forget the FUN show like I recommended - you may be at 95% by then!!!

Are Barber dimes in MS66 a good set to start now?

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