Lot 1292
1834 Capped Bust Dime. NGC graded MS-68. A needle sharp super gem. Stunning magenta and royal blue toning on both sides. Probably the "Finest Known". Variety with I in PLURIBUS under the left serif in E of STATES. In our many years of handling the capped bust left coins of this petite denomination we have never encountered such an exquisite Superb Gem, the finest 1834 half dime in terms of stated condition and beautiful toning that we are aware of. The coin in this lot is even more impressive than it sounds because the toning is shaded in lovely iridescent colors whose brilliance figuratively (and perhaps literally) takes ones breath away! Both sides are fully toned with a radiant sheen projecting forth from the luster below. The mint finish is pristine with immaculate quality in the fields. The devices, too, are pristine, as they are sharply impressed from the dies with crisp demarcation between all features including the star's arms. There is not a single detracting abrasion, spot or imperfection, as befits the almost perfect grade. The most worthwhile provenance markers is its toning and the NGC holder number (1742687-002). The only other 1834 half dime of this caliber, but untoned, The Rod Sweet specimen, was part of an original 1834 Mint Set and sold in April 2005. Superb-quality Type for collectors, as well as advanced bust half dime variety specialists, would suggest to wise buyers to prepare strong bids in anticipation of this coin's sale. Pop 1; none finer.
Estimated Value $25,000 - 30,000.
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