Coin and Paper Money Collecting/double printed dime

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Expert: Dan Moore - 4/24/2009


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SIR.  I HAVE A 1990 DIME THAT I GOT FROM A NEW ROLL OF DIMES WHERE I WORKED.  ON ONE SIDE YOU CAN SEE THE HEAD OF THE DIME WITH THE IMPRINT OF THE BACK OF A PENNY OVER TOP OF IT.  THE OTHER SIDE HAS LINCOLN HEAD OVER THE IMPRINT OF THE BACK OF THE DIME.  HOW RARE MIGHT THIS BE?  I'VE HAD THIS DIME PUT AWAY SINCE THEN.

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Michael,

This double-strike error has been quite popular in the past.  Also known as an 11-cent piece (haha) I've seen these sell for as much as $150.

You should consider sending it in to be certified and encapsulated.  Check out the following websites for information on how to do that :

www.pcgs.com
www.ngccoin.com
www.anacs.com

I hope this helps,

Dan

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My strong familiarity with all U.S. Mint coins, extensive reference library, and close relationships with many other dealers allows me to identify just about any coin made in the USA. I receive regular updates to all the current price guides -- both wholesale & retail -- to provide accurate values. So, with a good description or pictures, I should be able to identify and value any U.S. coin you have.

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