Which coin should I keep for my Type Set? Seated Dime Arrows

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by geekpryde, Sep 8, 2025.

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Which coin should I keep for my Type Set?

Poll closed Today at 4:07 AM.

  1. Coin A - F12

    14 vote(s)
    56.0%

  2. Coin B - VF30

    9 vote(s)
    36.0%

  3. Can't Decide

    1 vote(s)
    4.0%

  4. Hate Both

    1 vote(s)
    4.0%
  1. geekpryde

    geekpryde Husband and Father Moderator

    Which coin should I keep for my Type Set? Pick the one you like best.

    Help me decide!

    Coin A)

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    Coin B)

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    geekpryde, Sep 8, 2025
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  3. lordmarcovan

    lordmarcovan Collecting for 49 years Moderator

    Though it is lower grade, the contrasting toning on Coin A makes it pop, and this was an easy choice for me, despite the 18-point grade difference.

    PS- I also like mintmarks on type coins. Especially on Seated minors with the mintmark inside the wreath.
     
    lordmarcovan, Sep 8, 2025
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  4. dwhiz

    dwhiz Collector Supporter

    See above
     
    dwhiz, Sep 8, 2025
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  5. samclemens3991

    samclemens3991 Well-Known Member

    I'm not sure why keep both isn't an option but in this case I would take the second coin. It has better detail so is a better type rep. James
     
    samclemens3991, Sep 8, 2025
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  6. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    I like the looks of coin A better but I’d stick with coin B due to the better grade and more details.
     
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  7. ksmooter61

    ksmooter61 Not in Kansas anymore

    This one is easily A for me - the lower grade is offset by the strong cameo and lower mintage, and the missing details aren't an issue for me.
     
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  8. Publius2

    Publius2 Well-Known Member

    Keep the 54-O. Despite lower grade, it's the more desirable coin from a market standpoint. Since your type set is a mid-grade collection, the lower grade than the 1853 shouldn't make a difference to you. Am I putting words in your mouth?
     
    Publius2, Sep 8, 2025
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  9. Mr.Q

    Mr.Q Well-Known Member

    A is my choice simply because "I'm smarter than the average bear." Yeah right!
     
    Mr.Q, Sep 8, 2025
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  10. ToughCOINS

    ToughCOINS Dealer Member Moderator

    Both are nice coins, but I prefer the Circam too.
     
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  11. Lehigh96

    Lehigh96 Toning Enthusiast

    Coin A has much more eye appeal despite the lower grade, that would be my choice.
     
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  12. 16ga

    16ga Member

    Again I'd go with the higher grade so coin B.
     
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  13. ddddd

    ddddd Member

    Coin A ...here I like the CircCam look ...coin B does not look as appealing to my eye
     
    ddddd, Sep 9, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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  14. geekpryde

    geekpryde Husband and Father Moderator

    Coin A is winning, but not by a landslide.

    This one is tough for me, Coin B is technically the one in my set, but Coin A does have a more pleasing look in the photographs, as 1853 coin looks rather one-note, almost monochrome, even if it is the "toned" example between the two.

    I think of the 3 similar threads I posted, picking a final winner between these two coins is going to be challenge. I also think I might revisit the photograph on Coin B to see how this coins compares in hand.

    Thank you all for your votes and comments on my coins, I truly appreciate it.
     
    geekpryde, Sep 9, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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  15. johnmilton

    johnmilton Well-Known Member

    Coin B is what a coin dealer I knew called "a quiet pet." It has sharpness and an original look.

    Coin A is more flashy because the design is enhanced by the lighter color. It might be natural, and it might not. I tend to think that it isn't.

    I've been turned off by that look since I owned an 1805 half dollar, which had EF sharpness, but that look many years ago. I came to dislike the coin and replaced it in my type set.
     
    johnmilton, Sep 13, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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