1883 Liberty Seated Dime. Proof-66 (PCGS). CAC. A pleasing Gem Proof 1883 dime featuring light cameo contrast between the satiny devices and mirrored fields. Pale tangerine and violet patina at the centers is accented by deeper sapphire iridescence near the borders. The strike is needle-sharp on the obverse while the reverse displays a touch of flatness at the upper left wheat stalk, not at all unusual for the issue. One of 1,039 Proofs of the date produced, and absolutely one of the finest survivors from that issue. A popular date that is often selected for inclusion in high-grade 19th century type sets. Just 17 coins rank finer at PCGS. From the Harrington Collection.
