1859-O Liberty Seated Dime. Fortin-103. Rarity-3. Medium O. MS-65+ (PCGS).A beautiful and colorful Gem. Visually captivating iridescence blooms on each side, with gold and tangerine hues glowing at the centers while the borders are cooled by turquoise and lime shades. Well struck and frosty, lacking any notable evidence of handling. Although ranking among the easier New Orleans Mint Liberty Seated dimes to locate in lower grades, the 1859-O is scarce to rare above the VF level. As a premium quality Gem the lovely coin here offered here is decidedly in the latter category and is worthy of the strongest bids.PCGS# 4620. NGC ID: 2395.PCGS Population: 2; 19 finer (MS-67 finest).From our August 2019 ANA Sale, lot 1233; our sale of the Knohl Collection, August 2024 Global Showcase Auction, lot 4687.
