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1866 Seated Liberty Dime VF30 NGC Key Date

1866 Seated Liberty Dime VF30 NGC Key Date

Regular price $2,450.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $2,450.00 USD
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The 1866 Seated Liberty Dime in VF30 condition, graded by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation), holds significant interest in the numismatic community due to several factors:


  • Design: The Seated Liberty design, created by Christian Gobrecht, was used for U.S. dimes from 1837 to 1891. It features Lady Liberty seated on a rock, with a shield and holding a staff topped by a Liberty Cap on the obverse, and an eagle with a shield on the reverse.
  • Condition (VF30):
    • VF30 (Very Fine): This grade indicates the coin has been in circulation but retains much of its detail. At VF30:
      • The high points on Liberty's head, her arm, and the eagle's breast will show wear, but major features are still distinct.
      • There may be considerable wear on the hair, but the hair strands should still be visible.
      • The coin will not show mint luster, given its circulation wear, but will have an even, circulated appearance.
  • Key Date Status: The 1866 dime is considered a key date in the Seated Liberty series due to its lower mintage and the fact that it's relatively scarce in any grade. This scarcity, particularly in higher grades, contributes significantly to its value.
  • Value:
    • Rarity: The 1866 Seated Liberty Dime's rarity in any grade, but especially in circulated grades like VF30, makes it sought after by collectors.
    • Demand: Due to its key date status, there's consistent demand, which sustains or increases its value over time.
    • Pricing: A VF30 1866 Seated Liberty Dime might fetch from a few hundred dollars to over a thousand, depending on market conditions, the coin's specific eye appeal within the grade, and auction dynamics.
  • Collector's Perspective:
    • Historical Interest: Beyond its rarity, the 1866 dime reflects a period of significant historical change in the U.S., including the Civil War's aftermath.
    • Collection Fit: This coin often serves as a crown jewel in collections focusing on U.S. dimes or Seated Liberty coinage due to its key date status.
  • Investment Aspect:
    • Potential for Appreciation: While not in the same league as mint state rarities, key dates like the 1866 dime in circulated grades can still appreciate, especially if found in better-than-average condition within the VF30 grade.
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