Question as to what you would pay for this example. A person on Craigslist is asking $20 for it, any opinions if I should pass or jump on it? $25 is my spending limit, but I do see a lot of problems with the coin, but would like a better example than mine. Not really looking for a high quality, but it is definitely an upgrade to my 1884-S
This thread went down the list fast due to some spam, So I shall try to *Bump* it so I can get some answers.
Apparently I missed out on some excitement on another thread. And why is this rant posted on this thread? I thought we were talking about Carson City Dimes.
Personally I like the '84-S better. It has good, honest wear and the surfaces are not damaged. The only advantages the '77-CC have are it is a Carson City coin and it has more details (less wear) but it comes with really unattractive surfaces and a bit of damage. With the '77-CC I think you are paying extra for the CC mintmark but you are getting an unattractive coin. If all you want to do is upgrade to a nicer coin for your type set I would suggest that you consider buying a nice F or VF non-CC SL Dime with attractive surfaces. That shouldn't set you back a whole lot.
Is there any dealers here on CT that would help me find "the one"? I mean my budget is $25 at the most, but I would like a mid-grade coin to put in a type set, but also like the CC mintmark. I don't have a CC, I do have a O mintmark on my 1907-O Barber Dime, but that is going in my mintmark series I made up.
Since you say the 1884-s doesn't have damaged surfaces, Hobo, do you think it would grade? If so, Would it go as a p-2 or a FR-03? Is it worth it to try to sell to a low-ball registry person?
http://www.seateddimevarieties.com/pictorial/1877cc.htm http://www.seateddimevarieties.com/pictorial/1884s.htm This should help.
Save your money. The 1877-CC is a common date, as are the 1875-CC and 1876-CC. You should be able to find a problem-free coin in a nice VG-ish grade at close to your budget.
