Jason Feldman's Coin Album
Original GEM in an OGH, CAC -This is a mind-blowing example of No drapery Seated Dime. WOW!
Very pleasing in hand and tough! CAC in an older blue holder. Very nice looking 1840 WD. purchased from the Gardner collection, originally from Bill Nagle.
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What a nice coin! From the Eliasberg, Simpson, and Gardner Seated dime sets. What 4 collectors have in common is a desire to own the finest obtainable examples of each and every issue.
Gem example of this otherwise common date. CAC stickered. One finer example. What a treat!
What a spectacular coin! 1843-O above XF are incredibly rare! This one has never been to CAC or regraded since I purchased this with the help of Laura S. back in 2010. We paid 5x PCGS guide at the time. This coin looks better than an AU53 to me and I own an XF45 (formerly graded 53 by another service).
Gene Gardner wrote this and said it perfectly: I don't know what qualifies a coin to be given a grade of MS69; after all; MS68s have to be picture perfect. But I do know there is a serenity about this coin, a completeness, a wholeness which is mesmerizing to look at. It has to stem from the incredibly smooth unmarked fields undifferentiated in any way over the whole surface of the coin. An all-time all-star with a pedigree stretching back to the Stickney Collection in the 1880s. What a wonder. What a work of art.
Finding a gem 1847 has proven to be quite a challenge. This is a very underrated coin. This example was purchased over 10 years ago.
The 1848 Seated dime is seldom seen in any Mint State grade. Mintage of just 451,500 makes this another sleeper. This coin is tied with just three others as the finest at PCGS
This coin was purchased back in 2007. In reviewing this coin it reminds me how much my standards have raised over the years. This is one I hope to replace.
A very nice piece, both sides are brilliant with full, satin-to-softly frosted luster. Sharply struck, as well, and temptingly close to an MS-65 grade. CAC approved back in 2010 and never resubmitted.
Very likely the finest known small O. I recall and MS66 and MS67. Back in 2014 was a great time to be looking for a 1850-O. I went for the coin in the old green holder.
Ex: Eliasberg. Rich chestnut-gold patina highlights this beautifully preserved and lustrous New Orleans Gem. While the 1854-O is readily available in typical circulated conditions, it becomes notably scarce at the Mint State level. Housed in a green label holder. CAC green
Glowing pale champagne surfaces exhibit a subtle prooflike reflectivity in the fields. Sharply struck with no mentionable marks, this choice example delivers eye appeal well beyond what the MS-62 grade typically suggests. From a modest mintage of just 60,000 pieces — only the second year the San Francisco Mint produced the denomination — this prize ranks among the Condition Census for certified examples of the date, with a mere seven 1858-S dimes graded Mint State by PCGS and NGC combined.
One of the undeniable highlights of the collection, this remarkable coin carries a distinguished pedigree stretching back decades. It last appeared publicly as part of the celebrated Lemus Family Collection (Stack's, October 2005, lot 641), where the cataloger could hardly contain their admiration, noting the essentially mark-free surfaces, ultra-deep and unencumbered luster, and a formidable strike draped in enticing delicate gold on both sides. The few trivial toning specks on the obverse were deemed scarcely worth mentioning. The cataloger went so far as to declare it in all likelihood the finest known, observing that full Mint State examples of this date could nearly be counted on one hand, and that true Gems were simply unheard of. Offered raw in 2005, the coin realized an astonishing $40,250 — a testament to its extraordinary quality even without third-party certification. It was subsequently graded MS65 by PCGS before resurfacing nearly a decade later in the Gene Gardner Collection. The pedigree extends further still: lot 565 in the RARCOA Session of Auction '86, and before that, the Bishoff Collection via RARCOA's Session of Auction '85, lot 113.
1873 10C Closed 3, No Arrows, Repunched Date, FS-301, R.3, MS66 PCGS. CAC. This Premium Gem is fairly well-struck with deep blue-green, violet, and gold patina on each side. Vibrant luster enlivens the carefully preserved surfaces, adding to this coin's CAC-approved aesthetic appeal. Another monster coin from the Gardner collection.
Here’s a polished rewrite: 1873 Liberty Seated Dime With Arrows, MS65 PCGS. A high-quality Gem with strong eye appeal, displaying satin silver luster and an attractive arc of light teal toning around the rims. The strike is pleasing overall, complete on the obverse and showing only the typical softness at the upper left portion of the wreath. Close inspection reveals clean, well-preserved surfaces, confirming this as a solid Gem representative of the issue.
Here’s a fully reworked version with a more personal, collector-focused tone: 1873-CC Liberty Seated Dime With Arrows, AU50 PCGS, CAC. One of the Finest-Known Examples. The 1873-CC Arrows dime is one of the four key Carson City dates in the Liberty Seated dime series, and this example is one of my favorite coins in the collection. With a mintage of only 18,791 pieces, the issue has always been recognized as a major rarity. Survivors are scarce in any collectible grade, and problem-free examples in higher circulated grades are especially difficult to locate. Many known pieces show damage, cleaning, or other impairments, which makes a straight-graded, CAC-approved AU50 example particularly desirable. This coin also sits near the top of the certified population. PCGS has graded only two examples finer, underscoring its importance as a Condition Census representative of the issue. For a date that is seldom encountered with both originality and eye appeal, that level of preservation is exceptional. The surfaces show attractive antique-silver color with soft champagne accents near the rims, most noticeable on the obverse. Light, honest wear appears on the highest points, including Liberty’s head and flag, while the shield, scroll, and LIBERTY remain well defined. The reverse shows the expected touch of wear on the wreath and ONE DIME, yet retains strong overall detail. Minor abrasions are visible near the reverse center, while the obverse remains notably clean with only a few trivial marks. While the unique 1873-CC No Arrows dime will forever stand as one of the great legends of American numismatics, the 1873-CC Arrows dime is the obtainable Carson City rarity that advanced collectors can realistically pursue. This example combines rarity, quality, CAC approval, and strong visual appeal, making it a standout representative of one of the defining dates in the Seated dime series.
1874 Liberty Seated Dime With Arrows, MS65 PCGS. A satiny example of this desirable two-year type. The obverse displays medium silver-gray toning, while the reverse is enhanced by deep forest-green and gunmetal color. The surfaces are pleasing overall, with marks limited to faint lines in the left obverse field. The strike is crisp, aside from minor softness on a small portion of the upper left wreath. This coin serves as a strong placeholder while I continue to pursue an upgrade. Any replacement will need to be a truly exceptional, monster-quality example, and such coins do exist, though they are rarely available.
The crown jewel of the collection, this Choice Mint State 1874-CC dime is an extraordinary rarity. From a minuscule mintage of 10,817 pieces, only an estimated 35 to 50 survive — typically well worn and impaired. This example defies those odds with razor-sharp detail, prooflike obverse fields, satiny reverse texture, and lovely olive-gray and golden-apricot toning. Second only to the unique 1873-CC No Arrows as the rarest Liberty Seated dime, any example is considered a numismatic prize. In Choice Mint State with original surfaces, this piece represents a virtually unrepeatable opportunity for advanced collectors.
1875-CC Liberty Seated Dime, Mintmark Below Bow, MS64 PCGS, CAC. This frosty Carson City minor silver issue offers excellent detail for the type. Subtle accents of silver-blue and peach appear across otherwise lightly toned surfaces, which show a faint granular texture. PCGS population data records 8 coins in MS64 with 9 finer.
1875-S 10C Mintmark Above Bow MS65+ PCGS. CAC. Fortin-101. In-Wreath Mintmark. Strong luster emanates from the light silver-gray surfaces of this high-end S-mint Gem dime. Most design elements are relatively well-defined except for the normal weakness at Liberty's head and foot, which usually appear flat. No mentionable marks appear on either side. Spindly die cracks and die clashing show around the reverse periphery, but the lower reverse is still in its precud state, at which point it would become Fortin-101a with a fully shattered reverse. A high Condition Census example of the issue. Population: 5 in 65 (2 in 65+), 3 finer (10/15). Ex: Eugene H. Gardner Collection, Part III (Heritage, 5/2015, as MS66 NGC)
Here’s a cleaner rewording: From the 2004 Heritage Auction sale: 1876 Liberty Seated Dime, MS66 PCGS, Type One Reverse. This carefully preserved Gem displays vivid honey-gold, rose, and forest-green toning. Although the 1876 is a high-mintage issue, examples are very scarce at this elevated grade level. At the time of sale, PCGS population data showed 13 coins graded MS66 with only 2 finer as of October 2003.
1877 10C MS66 PCGS, CAC. Housed in an older green-label PCGS holder, this CAC-approved Premium Gem is a beautifully toned example with exceptional visual appeal. Fully mirrored fields contrast with lustrous devices beneath vivid gold and electric-blue toning on the obverse, while the reverse displays rich deep-blue and rose color. With a reported population of 12 in MS66 and only six finer, this is a scarce high-grade survivor. A compelling upgrade candidate, though that opportunity will pass to the next owner.
1878 10C MS65+. A surprisingly difficult issue to locate in Gem Brilliant Uncirculated condition. This example serves as a respectable placeholder for the grade, though it would be a natural candidate for upgrade should a finer Gem become available.
1878-CC 10C Type Two Reverse, F-102, R.5, MS66 PCGS. CAC. Although 200,000 Seated Liberty dimes were struck at the Carson City Mint in 1878, few have survived in Mint State. This CAC-endorsed Premium Gem is conditionally rare. A hint of reflectivity in the obverse fields complements shimmering luster overall. Both sides have original rose-gold and olive-russet toning. Sharp design elements and a lack of bothersome abrasions add to the eye appeal. Population: 5 in 66, 1 finer. CAC: 5 in 66, 0 finer (10/18).
1879 10C MS67 PCGS, CAC. A visually striking example with concentric rings of turquoise, blue, and pale violet toning framing light golden centers. Both sides display semiprooflike fields, adding depth and contrast to the color. Liberty’s head is not fully defined, but the balance of the strike is sharp. Repunching is visible on the date numerals, most notably on the “18.” Spectacular eye appeal, further validated by a CAC green sticker.
1885 10C MS67 PCGS. Formerly housed in an older NGC holder, this Superb Gem crossed over successfully and now resides in a PCGS holder. The coin displays excellent detail and vibrant, frosty luster, accented by only a touch of soft peach patina at the margins.
1887 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. This iridescently toned Premium Gem offers frosty luster and excellent eye appeal, making it a very attractive representative of the issue. The coin is weakly detailed, however, particularly at Liberty’s head, and while visually appealing, a more sharply struck example would be required as a permanent coin for this set. Population: 22 in 66, 3 finer.
1887 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. This iridescently toned Premium Gem offers frosty luster and excellent eye appeal, making it a very attractive representative of the issue. The coin is weakly detailed, however, particularly at Liberty’s head, and while visually appealing, a more sharply struck example would be required as a permanent coin for this set. Population: 22 in 66, 3 finer.
Outstanding 1890-S Dime, MS66 The Finest Certified by PCGS Ex: Gardner Collection, 2015 1890-S 10C MS66 PCGS. CAC. Acquired from the Gardner sale in 2015, this exceptional Premium Gem remains one of the finest known representatives of the issue. Fewer than 200 examples of the 1890-S dime have been certified by PCGS and NGC combined across all grades, and Mint State survivors are notably scarce. At the MS66 level, the two major services had certified only a mere eight examples, with none finer. Both sides exhibit frosty, vibrant luster beneath delicate traces of soft lilac toning at the margins. The strike is sharp overall, with only the typical softness seen at Liberty’s head and the reverse bow knot. Carefully preserved and highly attractive, this coin offers outstanding eye appeal and important condition rarity for the Barber dime specialist.
This is the Eliasberg NGC 67. An error on the form and PCGS graded it a PF64. One day it will be resubmitted as the grade is WAY off. It was also the Kaufman example.
Gold CAC, amazing. Possibly tied for finest but like the gold CAC.
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Wholesome and original gem example of the 1838 Small stars
