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This variety is one of the most intriguing and elusive varieties in the early federal silver series. Struck from an obverse die originally prepared for 1797 and later altered, it reflects the practical challenges faced by the young United States Mint as it reused expensive dies whenever possible. Survivors in Mint State are exceptionally scarce, making this a prize for specialists in early American coinage.
Writes Ron Guth, "The 1798/7 Dime with 16 stars on the reverse is an unusual case of die usage. First, the obverse die, which was left over from 1797 and over-dated with an 8 that was much too small. Why a tiny 8 was used is unknown, but the appearance of the overdate prompted Walter Breen to proclaim it the reason that engraver Robert Scot often omitted the final digit in the dies to avoid over-dating."
Certified by PCGS as MS-63, this example represents an important rarity. PCGS has graded only 6 examples in MS-63, with just 17 finer, underscoring its limited availability at this level. Combining a desirable overdate, the distinctive 16 Star Reverse, and impressive Mint State preservation, it is a significant opportunity for collectors pursuing the rarest and most historic early U.S. dimes.
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