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Sale 13
The Benson Collection of U.S. Coins, Part 2
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Lot 452 |
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1796 Draped Bust Dime. Sharpness of EF-45 but damaged. A rare coin, but the surfaces have been lightly scraped and scratched on both sides. The most apparent area is between D and S of UNITED STATES and again around OF. Most of these surface marks are light, but can easily be seen with a glass. This is a tragedy, as this coin would be a very high grade example of this rare variety, and possibly in the condition census. In addition, there are some adjustment marks on the reverse rim, and it appears that some of the surface scratches were done to reduce these. Light gold to brown toning, and well struck. A later die state with the reverse die cud over the first T of STATES.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on March 31, 1944 as "Unc." for $50.00.
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$3,565 |
Lot 453 |
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1796 Draped Bust Dime. About Good-3. The left stars are worn to the rim and the tops of UNITED are gone as well. Minute surface scratches on both sides. A filler for the type collector. We note that this is a very late die state.
Estimated Value $450 - 500.
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$748 |
Lot 454 |
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1798 Draped Bust Dime. 98 over 97. 16 stars. . R-1. PCGS graded MS-65. This is the finest graded of the variety by PCGS! Toned with delicate gold hues on the obverse over frosty luster in the fields, and the reverse with a touch more gold, mostly at the periphery. Struck unevenly by the dies, as always, the central shield is slightly weak, and the second star on the obverse does not show the center as full as the others, and these diagnostics are seen on the few other high grade examples of this date. A curious die pair, the overdate feature is popular with the long tail of the 7 extending below the 8, and 13 stars are noted on the obverse. But wait, the reverse shows 16 stars! What was going on? Well, the Philadelphia Mint kept adding stars as new states joined the union. By 1796, there were 16 states, and hence 16 stars. Sometime in 1797-98 it was decided to go back to the original 13 stars, as the dies were becoming too crowded, plus most of the engravers could scarcely count up to 13, and sixteen was a big challenge for some. On the reverse, the stars are arranged in two rows of seven each, with two additional stars surrounding the eagle's head. The obverse die was not used to coin 1797 dimes, but was prepared and not used. Rather than toss it away, an 8 was engraved over the final 7, and coins were struck. The Philadelphia Mint prepared 4 reverse dies using the sixteen star pattern. Three of these dies were used to coin quarter eagles, which are the exact same size as dimes, and the other reverse was used to coin dimes. The dies used for the dimes all show rust and were poorly polished, and the obverse die was obviously lapped heavily before this one was coined, making the curls, stars and the Y of LIBERTY weaker than the surrounding details. An important opportunity for the dime specialist who demands gem condition, even on the early coins.
Estimated Value $25,000-UP.
No provenance known, although similar to the Eliasberg coin they appear to be different, and this is not the Numisma '95 example from Akers/Rarcoa/Stack's, nor is it the Suros coin from Superior.
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$57,500 |
Lot 455 |
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1805 Draped Bust Dime. Four berries. PCGS graded AU-53. Beautiful blue gray tones on the obverse, more golden on the reverse. Nicely struck, and well preserved. A light scratch from the hair to the upper point of the second star. We note that the PCGS holder states "5 berries" but this is the 4 berry variety.
Estimated Value $1,700 - 2,200.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J.C. Macallister on March 31, 1944 as "Unc." for $15.00.
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$2,530 |
Lot 456 |
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1805 Draped Bust Dime. Four berries. Fine-12. Steel gray in color and we see moderate hairlines in the fields from an old cleaning. Well struck by the dies.
Estimated Value $400 - 475.
Purchased in a Coin Galleries Sale, February 1990, lot 1896.
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$604 |
Lot 457 |
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1807 Draped Bust Dime. . R-2. Fine-12. Lightly cleaned long ago as the surfaces are slightly reflective, now retoned.
Estimated Value $400 - 450.
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$529 |
Lot 458 |
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1809 Capped Bust Dime. Sharpness of Fine-12 but scratched. Superb color, but scratched in the left obverse field, and an even deeper scratch up on the reverse through the shield, neck and into the field above. This one would look nice in an album, as the scratches are old and toned over.
Estimated Value $50 - 75.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $85.00.
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$311 |
Lot 459 |
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1811 Capped Bust Dime. 1811 over 9. PCGS graded VF-30. Lovely blue peripheral toning and silver gray at the centers. Minor handling marks, expected for the grade. The reverse shows several die cracks, but the die hasn't really started to come apart as of yet, and many are seen struck after this one.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $25.00.
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$805 |
Lot 460 |
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1814 Capped Bust Dime. Small date. . R-1. PCGS graded AU-55. Lovely antique gray toning on both sides and with a typical strike for this variety. Deeper grays near the devices, so the coin has a bit of a cameo appearance. This is an important Guide Book variety, as only a single pair of dies were used to create the small date 1814, and few are found in grades over Very Fine. PCGS reports just 3 graded as AU-55, with just 6 graded higher. Most show various die cracks, as seen here, and swelling on the obverse and clash marks on the reverse. An important opportunity for the specialist who wants a really high grade example of this variety.
Estimated Value $700 - 800.
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$1,438 |
Lot 461 |
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1814 Capped Bust Dime. Small date. EF-45. A gorgeous coin that has splendid toning of steel gray at the rims, brighter at the centers. However, there is a very shallow staple scratch over the date and another behind Liberty's head. These are old and toned over, and many will scarcely notice them at all. This one was probably cleaned decades ago, but it is still quite appealing. The small date is one of the scarcer varieties of the year.
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $12.50.
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$863 |
Lot 462 |
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1814 Capped Bust Dime. Large date. . R-2. PCGS graded MS-64. Actually, this is one of the scarcer varieties of the year, but at least eight have been located in mint state providing specialists with a few high grade coins to study. This near gem boasts steel blue and deep gray toning over great luster in the fields. As usual, it is well struck for the date, and this die pairing is usually the best struck of the five known varieties. On this particular one, we note a die bulge through ERIC on the reverse, and the letters are flat in that area, as well as the stars. Most of the curls are very sharp on Liberty, and the feathers are strong on the eagle. PCGS has graded 16 of this date as such, with only 5 graded higher.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
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$2,530 |
Lot 463 |
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1814 Capped Bust Dime. Large date. PCGS graded AU-58. A choice coin for the grade that boasts lovely golden hues around the periphery, lighter at the centers. Well struck, given the later reverse die state, and quite a bit of the original luster is present. Abundant eye appeal for the grade.
Estimated Value $400 - 500.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $7.50.
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| Realized
$1,668 |
Lot 464 |
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1814 Capped Bust Dime. Large date. AU-50. Cleaned with resulting hairlines on the reverse. Deep blue and dusky gray on the obverse, a bit lighter on the reverse.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
From the Benson collection, and purchased from Ira S. Reed on March 22, 1944 for $5.00 as Extremely Fine.
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$380 |
Lot 465 |
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1820 Capped Bust Dime. "STATESOFAMERICA". PCGS graded MS-64. One of the finest of this variety, PCGS notes just 2 graded this high, with a single coin graded higher. Frosty luster and well struck by the dies, with crisp curls on Liberty and excellent feather sharpness on the eagle. Golden toning with blue highlights near the rims. This one was put away a long time ago, and hasn't been on the market for generations. This reverse die was first used in 1814, then put back on the shelf until dime production resumed in 1820.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $7.50.
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| Realized
$6,613 |
Lot 466 |
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1820 Capped Bust Dime. Small 0. VF-30. A scarce variety that is hard to find this nice. The surfaces have been cleaned with resulting hairlines, but the coin has retoned with pretty gold shades around the periphery, but is still bright at the centers.
Estimated Value $60 - 80.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $7.50.
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$345 |
Lot 467 |
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1821 Capped Bust Dime. Small date. PCGS graded EF-45. Lovely old album toning at the periphery. Well struck, as are most of this die pairing. We note that the PCGS holder states "Large Date" when this is obviously a small date variety.
Estimated Value $225 - 275.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $4.00.
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| Realized
$518 |
Lot 468 |
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1821 Capped Bust Dime. Large date. PCGS graded AU-53. This one has delightful blue and deep gold toning around the rims, silvery gray at the centers. We note some dull marks on the top of Liberty's cap and above, and the eagle's talons show ever-present weakness seen on this variety.
Estimated Value $400 - 450.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $5.00.
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$834 |
Lot 469 |
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1822 Capped Bust Dime. PCGS graded AU-55. Steel gray and well struck on most of the stars, only the lower ones are weak. Gold toning around the rims, and downright rare in this grade. Frosty luster throughout, and minimal handling marks. A classic rarity that has always commanded a big premium for the date, with a reported mintage of just 100,000 pieces, but very few are found in high grades. In 1984, when the five authors published the wonderful Dime book, they estimated that perhaps 10 exist in uncirculated grades, and another 10 in grades from EF-40 to AU-58. For some reason, most examples of this date are in low grade, and many are damaged. The PCGS Population Report supports these numbers, as only 5 have been graded in Mint State (best MS-63), and 6 are seen in AU-58, and this one alone in AU-55. The numbers fall away after this AU-55, the report then notes 12 have been graded from VG-VF, with none graded between EF-40 and AU-53. An opportunity that knowledgable collectors will truly appreciate.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $100.00.
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$8,913 |
Lot 470 |
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1823 Capped Bust Dime. 3 over 2, small E's. PCGS graded AU-55. Sharply struck for this date, with full stars on the obverse, and only minimal weakness on the eagle's neck. Glorious golden peripheral toning which deepens to blue at the extreme edge, and dancing luster in the fields. Scarce this nice, so don't miss it.
Estimated Value $450 - 550.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $12.50.
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$978 |
Lot 471 |
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1824 Capped Bust Dime. 4 over 2. PCGS graded AU-53. A tough date in high grades, this one should please most collectors. There is one deep dig in the right obverse field inside the twelfth star inner point, otherwise the obverse surfaces are really sweet. On the reverse, we see a much smaller but probably related dig at the back of the eagle's neck and above in the field, and another on the rim above the I of AMERICA. Flashy luster and with delightful blue and gold toning around the rims.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $30.00.
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$863 |
Lot 472 |
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1825 Capped Bust Dime. NGC graded Proof 65. Deep blue and gray in color on both sides, with the fields well mirrored throughout. Softly struck at the central reverse devices, and on a few of Liberty's central curls (as always for the variety), but the stars and peripheral devices are all sharp. In fact, many peripheral reverse devices show slight doubling, likely from the double strike required to produce a proof. An extremely rare coin in proof, with perhaps half a dozen or so known. This one should be easy to trace if one had the time and available auction catalogs using the Breen Proof Encyclopedia, as an excellent census is included there. As to the Population Reports, NGC has graded 3 in all, one a PF-63, this coin as PF-65, and one above as PF-67, PCGS has graded just 2, one as PR-65 and the other as PR-66. We note that Eliasberg did not have a proof dime of this date. Currently in NGC holder #636772-001. Identifiable by a small streak on Liberty's cheek, at an angle towards her bust, and the O in OF has a mark on the left side.
Estimated Value $20,000 - 25,000.
Probably from Heritage's 3/95 sale, lot 5176.
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$18,528 |
Lot 473 |
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1825 Capped Bust Dime. PCGS graded MS-62. Good luster and pleasing color of steel gray at the center with light golden peripheral toning. This one has a typical weak strike on the reverse, with some weakness on the high points of the eagle and upper curls on Liberty too. Scarce this nice, and a slightly better date.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $7.50.
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$1,783 |
Lot 474 |
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1827 Capped Bust Dime. PCGS graded MS-63. A golden toned with rose highlights jewel. As all too often seen, this one is weakly struck at the centers and on the stars, but the luster and surfaces confirm the grade.
Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,700.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $5.00.
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$2,070 |
Lot 475 |
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1828 Capped Bust Dime. Large date. PCGS graded AU-55. Bright and lustrous at the centers, with deep blue and gold toning around the rims. This one has a typical strike, weak on the eagle's neck, but fairly sharp on the stars. PCGS notes this is alone as AU-55, and just 6 are graded higher of the variety. Keep that in mind, as this is no common date dime.
Estimated Value $700 - 800.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $25.00.
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$1,725 |
Lot 476 |
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1828 Capped Bust Dime. Small date. PCGS graded AU-53. Deep blue and gold around the edges, and this one has bright centers. Nicely struck by the dies, but there are some general circulation marks, including a small mark in the field behind the lower curls. Struck from clashed dies, as are most.
Estimated Value $400 - 450.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $12.00.
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$719 |
Lot 477 |
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1829 Capped Bust Dime. Medium 10c. PCGS graded MS-62. A scarce variety in high grade, and this one is probably high in the condition census. Steel gray with ample luster beneath, but not that well struck up on the curls over Liberty's ear or on the shield lines. Gray toning on the obverse, similar but darker on the reverse. Don't expect to locate a better one easily.
Estimated Value $700 - 800.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $3.00.
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$978 |
Lot 478 |
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1830 Capped Bust Dime. Large 10c. . R-6. NGC graded Proof 66. This is a magnificent toned proof coin, the obverse fields are a deep blue green color, with golden highlights on the well frosted devices. The reverse is lighter, with deep blue at the periphery and rich golden hues enhancing the devices. Boldly struck throughout, as expected for a proof, and exceptionally clean surfaces. Close examination will note a tiny spot on the top upper right side of the shield, a tiny planchet flake just touching the top middle of the second lowest leaf cluster, a tiny spot above Liberty's cap and these confirm that this must be the James A. Stack, Sr. coin. Microscopic examination will note a few stray hairlines, and the die crack meandering down from the lowest curl towards the rim below.
NGC in their Population Report shows the following Proofs graded, PF-63, PF-64, 3 as PF-65 and this sole PF-66 at the top. PCGS shows one PR-63 and 2 as PR-65. It is possible some duplication exists, but we can't be certain. Curiously, this coin is not reported in the NGC Population Report as of yet. In NGC holder #676931-005.
Estimated Value $25,000 - 35,000.
This is from the James A. Stack, Sr., Collection, Stack's 1/1990:40.
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$24,278 |
Lot 479 |
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1830 Capped Bust Dime. Small 10c. PCGS graded AU-55. An alluring coin that boasts ample luster and colorful toning on each side. Deep golden with rose or green highlights on both sides. The strike is average, with normal weakness on the high points, and there is a trivial scrape right near Liberty's bust tip. This is a later die state with the crack through the lower curls to the rim near the last star. A really beautiful coin.
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $2.50.
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$426 |
Lot 480 |
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1831 Capped Bust Dime. MS-60. A pretty coin that shows steel blue toning on the reverse, more golden on the obverse. Sharply struck by the dies, and well preserved. This is an early die state, with one crack through the A of STATES to the scroll. Perhaps this one was cleaned long ago, but it sure looks nice now. Some trivial handling marks on the reverse rim.
Estimated Value $400 - 450.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $2.50.
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$449 |
Lot 481 |
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1832 Capped Bust Dime. PCGS graded AU-58. Golden peripheral toning over frosty luster in the fields. Nicely struck by the dies, but there are some scattered handling marks near the top of the obverse.
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $2.50.
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$529 |
Lot 482 |
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1833 Capped Bust Dime. . R-2. NGC graded Proof 66. Here is an extremely rare coin in Proof, perhaps one of just three known struck in the Proof format from this die pairing. This date was missing from the extensive proof collection offered in the Eliasberg collection, giving an indication of its true rarity. Further, this is a rare die variety, the obverse die cracked very early, possibly with the first proof coin struck (see the Bowers and Merena Brooks Collection, June 1989, lot 90), as those known all show the nearly bisecting crack from between the date and the last star up to Liberty's cap. Later business strikes show further cracks from the rim through the first star to meet the main die crack just below Liberty's ear. Once the second crack appeared and was noticed by the coiner, the obverse die was replaced and this die pairing remains quite elusive.
Many of the early Philadelphia Mint proofs are hard to categorize, with characteristics of both proof and mint state specimens. Some coins are literally one-sided proofs. Not so here, the fields are well mirrored, and the strike is full and sharp on even the highest devices, such as the claws over the branch and minute details on the arrowheads and leaves, as well as the curls on Liberty. Hence, this coin easily qualifies as an early proof issue, specially struck by polished dies on a polished blank. We note that the reflective mirroring is included between the shield stripes, but not within the letters of LIBERTY, which is identical to the similar proof offered in Stack's fabulous Floyd T. Starr Sale in October, 1992, lot 357.
Regarding the minute details, we note a short lint mark hanging down from inside the eagle's upper beak (not that this is also seen on Brooks coin, and probably on the Starr coin too, but it can not be seen in the photo. This particular one also has a lint mark from the left side of the eagle's neck, just above the shield edge and located above the center dot.
Turning now to the population reports, NGC reports 2 as PF-65, and 2 as PF-66; while PCGS reports one in each PR-64, 65 and 66. It is likely that some duplication exists in these reports, and we were only able to trace 3 distinct specimens rather than the 7 reported by the combined Population Reports. A coin worthy of the finest collection, and certainly tied as one of the finest known of this rare issue.
Estimated Value $18,000 - 22,000.
1). The present coin: Ex. Cleneay Collections; S. H. and H. Chapman 12/1890:1509; Allenburger Collection; B. Max Mehl 3/1948:896 at $16.75; John Jay Pittman; David Akers 10/1997:569 $18,700.
2). Bowers and Merena's Brooks Collection Sale, 6/1989:90 at $66,000.
3). Will W. Neil Collection; B. Max Mehl 6/1947:1233; Floyd T. Starr Collection, Stack's 10/1992:357 at $21,000.
Other appearances: New Netherlands Coin Co., 52nd Sale, 12/1958:432, not plated; J.C. Morgenthau & Co. 2/1945:556 and Numismatic Gallery's World's Greatest Collection Sale, 2/1945:489 not plated.
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Lot 483 |
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1833 Capped Bust Dime. MS-60. A rarity that has been damaged by a harsh cleaning on both sides. Examination will note myriad lines in the fields and on the devices caused by cleaning with an abrasive. Nevertheless, the coin has retoned with beautiful steel blue around the rims and bright at the centers. As to the strike, it is needle sharp throughout, including the die crack which extends from the rim through Liberty's lower curl into her cap, and may have actually been a proof issue. This die crack is seen on the few other proofs known of this variety, and all are this early die state before the crack completely bisects the coin at the top of the obverse. Worth examining, as the coin has retoned with beautiful colors and is a significant rarity in all conditions.
Estimated Value $500-UP.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on March 22, 1944 for $3.00, possibly from the Newcomb collection as many other coins from that collection were purchased by Dr. Benson during this period.
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$719 |
Lot 484 |
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1833 Capped Bust Dime. PCGS graded AU-58. A classic rarity in any grade, this coin has been off the market for decades before the excellent dime variety reference was published in 1984. Hence, it was simply a "type" coin held in the Benson collection, with its true rarity awaiting discovery. The coin has tawny gold toning over lustrous surfaces on both sides, and shows minimal handling marks. Fully struck, and an exceptional opportunity for the advanced specialist. In the most recent JRCS dime variety survey (9/96) only 6 examples were reported of this variety. There is a single mint state specimen known, but it is not currently reported in the JRCS survey, and the finest reported grades AU-50. Therefore, this coin is easily the second finest known of this extremely rare die pairing.
The obverse die shows a few faint die cracks through the first four stars, and on the reverse there are several faint die cracks, 3 down from the left wing of the eagle, one from the rim to the right top of the A in STATES, another through the post of the E in STATES, one to the right side of the M in AMERICA, and the heavy die from the top left of the second A in AMERICA down through the two upper arrowheads to the rim. We also note a faint crack through the O in the denomination up through the eagle to the middle of the left side of the shield.
One of the rarest coins in the entire Benson collection, and worthy of a runaway price.
Estimated Value $1,000-UP.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $2.50.
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$6,613 |
Lot 485 |
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1834 Capped Bust Dime. Small 4. PCGS graded AU-58. Frosty luster in the fields, with medium gold and blue around the edge. Lightly circulated, although not many would argue if you called this one mint state, and highly appealing for the variety. Probably in the Condition Census for the variety. Well struck on the obverse, a bit weaker on the reverse on some of the eagle's feathers, claw and arrow feathers.
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $2.50.
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$633 |
Lot 486 |
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1834 Capped Bust Dime. Large 4. PCGS graded AU-58. Magnificent gold and blue toning around the rims, silver at the centers and with ample luster in the fields. Well struck by the dies, with sharp stars and details on Liberty. Extensive die cracks through the first five stars, and a die ridge from the right side of the 4 into the right obverse field touching the inner point of star ten. This curious die ridge is the result of some kind of damage to the obverse die, not unlike the famous spiked chin 1804 half cent. Due to the irregular shape and location, this is not caused by clash marks (which are evident in the fields). In this grade, this is a very scarce coin and is probably at the low end of the Condition Census for the variety. Trivial hairlines in the fields. The eagle's wing is clashed before Liberty's mouth and neck. A memorable offering.
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $2.50.
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$719 |
Lot 487 |
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1835 Capped Bust Dime. . R-4. NGC graded MS-64. A better than average strike with all of the stars showing their center points. A beautiful, totally original coin with its frosty mint surfaces overlayed with a blending of light rose on the obverse and areas of natural russet on the reverse. An ideal example for the Capped Bust type.
Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,600.
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$1,438 |
Lot 488 |
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1835 Capped Bust Dime. PCGS graded MS-62. Steel gray with some mottled areas of blue and gold toning on both sides. Slight weakness on the upper curls but the stars are all crisp and bold. An early die state, and simply splendid quality.
Estimated Value $600 - 700.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $2.50.
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$1,208 |
Lot 489 |
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1836 Capped Bust Dime. PCGS graded AU-58. Frosty white luster beneath a layer of medium gray and gold toning. Sharp, and desirable in every way. Free of handling marks and this coin may not have circulated, we'll see what the bidders think when it crosses the auction block.
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
From the Benson collection and purchased from J. C. Macallister on February 20, 1945 for $2.50.
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$552 |
Lot 490 |
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1837 Capped Bust Dime. PCGS graded MS-64. Deep to medium gray in color, with abundant luster beneath. Well struck by the dies, with full stars and details on the upper curls of Liberty. The reverse is especially nice, with glowing sunset shades and reflective fields beneath the toning. Certainly in the Condition Census for the variety.
Estimated Value $1,800 - 2,200.
From the Benson collection and purchased from an unknown source in the 1940s for $4.50.
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$4,255 |
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