Lot 478
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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