A rare gem quality dime is far above an abraded uncirculated dime with dulling luster. Judging by the strong price of $198 at a David Lawrence Rare Coin Auction, those who saw this gem where impressed enough to bid aggressively.Ībsolutely no wear is apparent, contact marks so small magnification in needed to notice and the luster is as intense as the day of minting. This rare 1941 dime is the exception, and among those saved from the damages of circulating, it stands apart.ĭisplaying most attributes discerning collectors seek as they assemble the highest quality sets, it is true gem quality. The vast majority of coins in the 1940's entered circulation and immediately began to show wear on the high points of the design.
