U.S. Dimes (1919-1964) + 20 Cent Coins

Lot 1651
1919. PCGS graded MS-65 Full bands. Blazing white and untoned, with a strong strike at the centers. The only sign of weakness is on the upper letters of the reverse. One of 80 so graded with 27 higher in the full bands category.
Estimated Value $400-600.

Lot 1652
1921-D. AU-55. This is a curious coin. Of course it is a very rare date which is seldom found in high grades, and highly desirable as such. The reverse of the coin is struck slightly off center towards the lower left, which weakens some of those letters in that area, while the rim is quite broad on the upper right. The obverse, however, is more centered, but one notes that the date is doubled as the metal flow was uneven (due to the off-center reverse). Examination with a glass will note some trivial hairlines from a gentle cleaning, which are scarcely noticeable as the coin has since acquired some light toning. Probably not enough of an off-center strike to attract an error collector, but that explains the weakness of the lower lettering, and doubling of the date. Always popular with collectors, this rare date will certainly find a welcome home in a date set.
Estimated Value $600-800.

Lot 1653
1924-S. PCGS graded MS-64 Full Bands. A well struck beauty with lovely frosty mint surfaces exhibiting just a touch of natural light toning. Worthy of a top quality Mercury Dime set.
Estimated Value $1,500-2,000.

Lot 1654
1925. PCGS graded MS-65 Full bands. One of the finest graded by PCGS, with just 60 in the grade category, and 13 graded higher. This one is blast white with flaming luster throughout. The strike is bold and complete, and the surfaces show no signs of toning whatsoever. If you demand show-stopping quality, then look over the Mercury dimes, you'll be glad you did.
Estimated Value $500-750.

Lot 1655
1934. MS-66 or better, split bands. A mini-hoard of 23 coins hand selected from an original roll by our own Larry Goldberg. Each piece offers exceptional surfaces, blazing luster and a sharp strike, including split bands on the reverse of each. These were put away at the time of issue and haven't seen the light of day until they were consigned to us for sale. Lot of 23 coins.
Estimated Value $3,000-UP.

Lot 1656
1934 original roll. MS-65 Split bands. These rolls are from an original hoard that was put away at the time of issue. Most such hoards were sold when the price of silver blossomed 20 years ago, and very few are found today. This one is superb, from the first coin to last. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $3,000-UP.

Lot 1657
1934 original roll. MS-65 Split bands. These rolls are from an original hoard that was put away at the time of issue. Most such hoards were sold when the price of silver blossomed 20 years ago, and very few are found today. This one is superb, from the first coin to last. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $3,000-UP.

Lot 1658
1934 original roll. MS-65 Split bands. All are gems in this roll, and each has split bands. One of the best of this splendid group of dime rolls. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $3,000-UP.

Lot 1659
1934 original roll. MS-65 Split bands. A superb roll with every coin outstanding. Evaluate these rolls carefully to see which has the best shot at making the most high grade coins. An opportunity. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $3,000-UP.

Lot 1660
1934 original roll. MS-65. Some have split bands, but most are flat. Still a very choice roll for the investor or dealer to break up. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $500-UP.

Lot 1661
1934 original roll. Mint State 63 to Mint State 64. Split bands All are choice to very near gem in this roll. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $750-UP.

Lot 1662
1934 original roll. Mint State 63 or better. All are choice in this roll, but only a few have split bands. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $500-UP.

Lot 1663
1934 original roll. Mint State 63 or better. A few have split bands, but most are flat at the center of the reverse. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $500-UP.

Lot 1664
1934 partial roll. Mint State 63 or better. All are choice in this partial roll. Lot of 27 coins.
Estimated Value $270-UP.

Lot 1665
1939. PCGS graded Proof 66. Lightly toned as are most that were preserved in the original cellophane holders from the Mint. In the old PCGS holder style.
Estimated Value $175-200.

Lot 1666
1939-D. PCGS graded MS-65 Full bands. With a hint of golden toning on both sides, full luster and clean surfaces. In an old PCGS holder.
Estimated Value $30-40.

Lot 1667
1940-D. PCGS graded MS-65 Full bands. Lightly toned, in an old PCGS holder.
Estimated Value $25-35.

Lot 1668
1941-S A roll of 50 coins. A choice roll which includes 16 pieces that show split bands, the balance a bit weaker. Grades range from Mint State 63 to Mint State 65. Lot of 50 coins.
Estimated Value $750-1,000.

Lot 1669
1942. 2 over 1. PCGS graded MS-64. One of the most popular overdates of the 20th century, few of these were saved in mint state condition. Don't forget, there was a world war raging in 1942, and everyone's attention was focused on the troops and keeping them supplied. Available funds went to war bonds, not to hoarding small change. Therefore, most of the issue circulated for years before the overdate was discovered, and few are known in full mint state. Fewer still in very choice mint state as offered here. Gleaming white luster throughout, with clean fields and full mint radiance. The only marks are hints of circular scrapes from a coin counting machine, perhaps at the mint, at the outer periphery of the obverse. Nearly full bands on the reverse, making this an excellent selection for a high end Mercury dime set.
Estimated Value $3,000-4,000.

Lot 1670
Miscellaneous dimes, 20 Barbers and 90 Mercuries. About Good to Fine. All common dates here, but of more interest than the later date silver issues. Lot of 110 coins.
Estimated Value $40-50.

Roosevelt Dimes

Lot 1671
1946 to 1964-D Roosevelt Dime Set. NGC graded MS-66. A complete silver set of Roosevelt Dimes each NGC graded MS-66. Each of the coins was carefully selected as they all are nearly identical in their satiny-silver freshness. None show heavy toning, and all appear gleaming white and fresh as the day they were minted. None of the recently discovered varieties are included, just the standard mint issues struck for circulation. If you have been looking for an outstanding set of these, then look no further than this lot. Lot of 48 coins.
Estimated Value $500-UP.

Twenty Cent Pieces

Lot 1672
1875-S. MS-64. A couple of scuffs in the left obverse field from full gem, but frosty luster and delicate gray toning combine to give this piece a special appeal. Popular with type collectors, this curious denomination only lasted a few years, as public outcry demanded its demise.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,250.

Lot 1673
1876. ANACS graded Proof 65. One of the most curious denominations ever hatched by Congress. Apparently the twenty cent piece was designed to help alleviate the shortage of half dimes and smaller change in the West. For reasons unknown, the branch mints did not strike cents or nickels until 1908 and 1912 respectively, and pitifully few half dimes and dimes were produced in Carson City during the 1870s. Many merchants in the West marked goods up to 10¢ or 15¢ owing to the lack of half dimes or minor coins. In an attempt to differentiate this from the quarter, the edge of twenty cent pieces was left plain, but confusion between this denomination and the quarter brought it to a merciful end after a few short years.
This particular coin has lovely antique gold toning in the fields, while the devices retain an abundance of frost. Boldly struck, and carefully crafted, as the Mint seemed to put on a good show for the centennial year of the United States. The fields and devices show few signs of contact, and this is a lovely gem example of this short-lived and now popular denomination.
Estimated Value $3,750-4,250.

Lot 1674
1877. PCGS graded Proof 63. A choice milky-white proof specimen with full cameo contrast. Only 350 coins minted for the year.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,400.

Lot 1675
1877. PCGS graded Proof 62. A flashy proof specimen with excellent mirror contrast. Light steel toning further enhances its appearance. Light hairlines are noted in the fields under magnification. Popular proof-only date as a mere 350 were struck.
Estimated Value $1,800-2,000.