1796 10C MS(PCGS#4461)

Internet Auction #1051

Auctioneer

David Lawrence RC

Lot Number

3123

Grade

VF25

Price

5,850

Lot Description

1796 10c PCGS VF25 (OGH) DLRC #: 1659880 // PCGS #: 4461 An original example with a smooth surface free of contact marks and even wear. A late die state and an old holder. Very desirable as an early draped bust type coin with the small eagle reverse. This coin is important as the first US dime issue as well. * Category : Half Dimes & Dimes * Series : Bust Dimes * Type : Flowing hair * Years for Type : 1796-1797 * Strike : Business * Denomination : Dime * Mint Location : Philadelphia * Designer : Robert Scot * Composition : 89% silver; 11% copper * Weight : 2.7g * Edge Type : Reeded