1852 Liberty Seated Dime
PCGS AU53 • S.S. Central America “Ship of Gold” Recovery
Includes Original Certificate of Authenticity
Own a genuine treasure from America’s most celebrated shipwreck.
This beautiful 1852 Liberty Seated Dime was recovered from the legendary S.S. Central America, the famous “Ship of Gold,” which sank in a powerful hurricane off the Carolina coast in September 1857 while carrying one of the largest shipments of California Gold Rush treasure ever assembled. Lost beneath the Atlantic Ocean for over 130 years before its historic discovery, the recovery of the S.S. Central America ranks among the greatest treasure finds in numismatic history.
Certified PCGS AU53, this attractive example offers sharp detail, original surfaces, and excellent overall eye appeal. The display also includes a genuine sample of California Gold Dust recovered from the wreck, and this set comes complete with the original Certificate of Authenticity, further enhancing its desirability and provenance.
Highlights
* Genuine S.S. Central America “Ship of Gold” recovery
* Certified PCGS AU53
* Historic 1852 Liberty Seated Dime
* Includes authentic California Gold Dust recovered from the wreck
* Original Certificate of Authenticity included
* Recovered from one of the most famous treasure ships in American history
* Exceptional collectible combining Gold Rush history, maritime archaeology, and classic U.S. coinage
* A superb addition to any shipwreck or Seated Liberty collection
PCGS Population
According to the PCGS Population Report:
* 1852 S.S. Central America AU53 Population: 19
* Total PCGS-Certified 1852 S.S. Central America Dimes: 117
* Only 31 examples have been graded higher by PCGS.
These limited population figures underscore the scarcity of high-grade 1852 S.S. Central America Liberty Seated Dimes and help explain their growing popularity among advanced collectors.
Professionally authenticated and encapsulated by PCGS for permanent protection and guaranteed authenticity.
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