1872-CC Liberty Seated Dime. Fortin-101, the only known dies. Rarity-4. Good-6 (PCGS). A second circulated example of this normally elusive CC-Mint dime issue, this is an exceptionally attractive coin for the assigned grade. Although well circulated, both sides are pleasingly smooth in hand with none of the environmental damage or other causes of roughness so often seen on early date Carson City Mint silver coins. Originally toned, as well, the obverse is dressed in reddish-gold and olive-gray patina that contrasts with softer dove-gray toning on the reverse. With the rims distinct and all major design elements boldly outlined, this key date 1872-CC dime is sure to find many wiling buyers in todays market.
