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***Auction Highlight*** 1822 JR-1 Capped Bust Dime 10c Graded Choice AU By USCG (fc)

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:7,062.50 - 14,125.00 USD
***Auction Highlight*** 1822 JR-1 Capped Bust Dime 10c Graded Choice AU By USCG (fc)
***Auction Highlight*** 1822 JR-1 Capped Bust Dime 10c Graded Choice AU By USCG. An exceptional example of this elusive date that boasts silver-gray surfaces over luster in the fields, and clean surfaces throughout. Fully struck by the dies and well preserved, with minimal wear on the high points of the devices. An impressive coin for the specialist and a collector's delight.Two decades ago when the authors wrote Early United States Dimes 1796-1837 they estimated that there were perhaps 10 1822 dimes in all grades of Uncirculated and another 10 grading from XF40 to AU58. While this date is certainly obtainable, finding a nice example is quite a challenge. Most coins stay in collections for a very long time, and are rarely sold. The reported mintage of 100,000 pieces is almost certainly high, with some likely dated 1821 or even 1823 that were coined during 1822. A study of over 400 auction appearances of early dimes (see Appendix E, page 269 of the dime book) clearly shows that as a date, the 1822 dime appears less frequently than the 1809 and 1811 dimes, both of which have much lower reported mintages. Furthermore, this date is just downright hard to find in grades above VG. The present AU50 is is truly a rare and desirable coin in this grade, and should not be overlooked by any serious student of numismatics. I‘ve included an au55 and an xf45 example for your comparison. A Corey's Pick, Bid to Win, Don't let it get Away, you might not find its equal Coin. I give this coin my highest recommendation