1894-O 10C MS(PCGS#4804)

The August 2013 Chicago ANA World's Fair of Money

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

4071

Grade

MS65

Price

10,575

Lot Description

Splendid Gem Mint State 1894-O Barber Dime 1894-O Barber Dime. MS-65 (NGC). This is a difficult date and mint to find in true Mint State and Gems are virtually unknown. The strike is bold with no signs of softness on the obverse or reverse. Pale peach-gold toning is seen over the surfaces. Condition Census quality for this date. Certain to become a major highlight of an advanced Barber dime collection. Numismatic Reflections by Q. David Bowers Forming a collection of Barber dimes by date and mintmark from 1892 to 1916 is a pleasant pursuit. Of course, the 1894-S gets in the way and can be acquired only by someone who is able to write a seven-figure check. Aside from that, all other varieties are quite collectible, although certain examples are scarce in high grades, including the 1894-O. PCGS# 4804. NGC Census: 2; 1 finer (Mint State-67 finest).