1883 10C Hawaii MS(PCGS#10979)

November 2025 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3224

Grade

MS65

Price

8,700

Lot Description

An awe-inspiring Gem that holds tremendous appeal for both specialists in Kingdom of Hawaii coinage and more generalized numismatists pursuing Gold CAC condition rarities. Breathtakingly beautiful surfaces are toned in soft reddish-apricot and powder blue iridescence that enlivens a full quota of billowy satin luster. An exacting strike has brought up even the most trivial design elements on both sides. Appearing virtually flawless even under a glass, the surfaces are exceptionally well preserved and challenge certified MS-66 quality. Worthy of the strongest bids, and sure to sell for a record price for this issue in a PCGS or NGC MS-65 holder.<p>Of the $200,000 or so in silver coinage believed to have survived redemption and melting, the lowest denominations of the ten cents and quarter dollar make up the majority of 1883 Kingdom of Hawaii coinage extant. This is understandable since these heavily circulated denominations would have been more widespread than the half dollars and (especially) dollars by the time of the recall. These circumstances, however, also explain why the typical Hawaii dime in numismatic hands is circulated to one degree or another. Even so, enough Mint State coins survive to satisfy less discerning collectors, but at the Gem level the number dwindles significantly and competition is intense for truly superb specimens. This is just such a condition rarity, and it will see strong bidding activity being before hammered home to its new and lucky owner.