1879 10C J-1584 PR(PCGS#61961)

Summer 2025 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6652

Grade

PR62

Price

4,560

Lot Description

<strong>Obv:</strong> Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber's Washlady or Society Lady motif with a left facing head of Liberty. Liberty is wearing a headband inscribed LIBERTY and ornamented with ears of wheat, cotton leaves and bolls. The legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is around the border and the date 1879 is below. <strong>Rev:</strong> A beaded circle encloses the denomination ONE DIME, outside of which is a wreath of wheat and cotton. The Latin motto E PLURIBUS UNUM is inscribed within an ornamental cartouche above. This is a more affordable example of one of the most desirable and eagerly sought dimes in the entire U.S. pattern series. Both sides are richly toned with the most vivid and varied colors evident as the surfaces dip into a light. A bit softly truck, although all major design elements are bold. There is a horizontal scratch on Liberty's cheek that explains the PCGS grade and also serves as a useful provenance marker.