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1856-S 10C MS63 PCGS
CAC Sticker. One of the lowest mintage dates of the series, and combined with a dismal survival rate, the 1856-S boasts considerable collector attention when any nice example is offered. Given that the original mintage was a mere 70,000 pieces and these were cast into circulation while the California Gold Rush was still in progress, it is easy to understand that not many people set these aside for future collectors. Silver was still in great demand, and when coins like this were available, they were spent. The surfaces are pleasing with scattered light handling marks from bag shipping, but the strike is sharp and the eye appeal high. PCGS has seen three examples at most at this grade level, and another three finer of this date. Fully brilliant with a hint of peach-gold toning starting to form, and ample luster to please the eye. Mint State 1856-S dimes are so rare that it may be the case that several years elapse before we have a chance to offer another. In addition to the attributes described above, it is important as being the first San Francisco Mint coinage for the 10 cent denomination. Population: 3 in 63, 3 finer (MS65 finest). (PCGS 4613)

23 September 2013, 10:00 PDT
Los Angeles

Sold for US$15,210 inc. premium

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1856-S 10C MS63 PCGS

CAC Sticker. One of the lowest mintage dates of the series, and combined with a dismal survival rate, the 1856-S boasts considerable collector attention when any nice example is offered. Given that the original mintage was a mere 70,000 pieces and these were cast into circulation while the California Gold Rush was still in progress, it is easy to understand that not many people set these aside for future collectors. Silver was still in great demand, and when coins like this were available, they were spent. The surfaces are pleasing with scattered light handling marks from bag shipping, but the strike is sharp and the eye appeal high. PCGS has seen three examples at most at this grade level, and another three finer of this date. Fully brilliant with a hint of peach-gold toning starting to form, and ample luster to please the eye. Mint State 1856-S dimes are so rare that it may be the case that several years elapse before we have a chance to offer another. In addition to the attributes described above, it is important as being the first San Francisco Mint coinage for the 10 cent denomination. Population: 3 in 63, 3 finer (MS65 finest). (PCGS 4613)

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