1859 10C J-233 Transitional PR(PCGS#4749)

The November 2012 Baltimore Auction

Commissaire-priseur

Stack's Bowers

Numéro du lot

1342

Grade

PR67

Prix

7 638

Description du lot

1859 Liberty Seated Dime. Proof-67 (NGC). A frosty and largely brilliant portrait of Liberty sits amidst a reflective field that displays wisps of rich gold, crimson, and powder-blue iridescence that deepens toward the rim; the reverse is a study in lilac-gray and electric blue that springs to life in a bright light source. Random die artifacts are noted near the tips of most stars. The Guide Book lists a Proof mintage for the date of 800 pieces, while Breen's Encyclopedia (1988) notes: "Many of the Proofs were melted as unsold, or spent." Choice for the grade. PCGS# 4749.