GTG 1916 Barber Dime

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  1. Dima

    Dima Member

    This one is currently on a Fedex truck on its way back to me from PCGS, part of my favorite 20th Century Type Set --

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    AU65..? MS55..? PL?! What are your thoughts? :)
     
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  3. croesus_amok

    croesus_amok Supporter! Supporter

    It looks right on the border between 58 and 60. I'd probably lean towards AU58.
     
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  4. SensibleSal66

    SensibleSal66 U.S Casual Collector / Error Collector

    AU65, MS55? Wrong.
    With that said, I'll guess MS62.
     
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  5. longshot

    longshot Enthusiast Supporter

    AU55
     
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  6. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan 48-year collector Moderator

    I can't tell if it's a super-slider (AU58), or a Mint State coin. I just can't tell if there's rub in the hair or not.

    I'm going to go way out on a limb and say MS64.

    Here is an MS64 (CAC) I once had.

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  7. Jersey magic man

    Jersey magic man Supporter! Supporter

    MS62. But what do I know about grading.
     
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  8. Dima

    Dima Member

    I know it; just being bit silly.

    The one key thing I'll add is that the coin has surprisingly full cartwheel luster, despite the relatively dark toning.

    I'm shocked that's only a 64.. and doesn't have a Gold CAC. I wonder if reconsideration/regrade would at the very least append a plus.

    Here are the other two type coins I have:

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    1913 PCGS AU53

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    1913 PCGS MS62

    I love Barber's designs. I feel his dime doesn't get enough love due to size and recycled reverse design.
     
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  9. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan 48-year collector Moderator

    You could be forgiven for not knowing- this is a challenging one! I am not terribly confident in my (rather optimistic) assessment, either.
     
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  10. green18

    green18 Unknown member Sweet on Commemorative Coins

    Lack luster (literally) by the photogs. Interesting colour going on. Some folks like toning, but I think it be hidin' something maitey........'55 and an old douche.
     
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  11. dwhiz

    dwhiz Collector Supporter

    62
     
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  12. ZoidMeister

    ZoidMeister Hamlet Squire of Tomfoolery . . . . .

    MS63

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  13. David Betts

    David Betts Elle Mae Clampett cruising with Dad

    Here to Z 63
     
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  14. Mr. Numismatist

    Mr. Numismatist Strawberry Token Enthusiast

    MS-64
     
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  15. Pickin and Grinin

    Pickin and Grinin Well-Known Member

    MS64
     
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  16. numist

    numist Member Supporter

    MS64
     
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  17. dimeguy

    dimeguy Dime Enthusiast

    I am at AU 58. I want more detail in the hair, corn kernels and definition to the leaves with greater luster demonstration for the MS grades. That is just me though. Still, very beautiful dime!
     
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  18. Mr.Q

    Mr.Q Well-Known Member

    I see a bit of corrosion along with the toning. AU-58, nice coin.
     
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  19. Anthony Mazza

    Anthony Mazza Well-Known Member

    MS64
     
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  20. ddddd

    ddddd Member

    I'm being optimistic and saying MS 64.
    I don't see wear based on the photo (if it was there, it would be a nice AU 58).
     
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  21. Mainebill

    Mainebill Bethany Danielle

    58 my call. No way that coin in my opinion rates ms. I could even see 55 if the luster too muted but can't call from pics
     
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