1869 10C J-717a, CAM PR(PCGS#535097)

Summer 2025 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3457

Grade

PR65CAM

Price

9,600

Lot Description

<strong>Obv:</strong> Similar design to that used for the regular issue 1869 Liberty Seated dime, but without the date at the base. <strong>Rev:</strong> The inscription SIL. / NIC. / COP. in large letters, with the date 1869 below in exergue, in a smaller font, and slightly curved. Both sides exhibit a dusting of pale silvery tinting to otherwise pewter gray surfaces, the obverse with bold field to device contrast that supports the desirable CAM designation from PCGS.<p>Although traditionally known as the "Koulz" alloy patterns, the <em>uspatterns.com</em> website states that research by David Cassel has identified Montchal Ruolz as the party responsible for this alloy. Only half a dozen or so specimens are believed extant in this variant nickel alloy, and this Gem Cameo Proof is certainly among the finest.