1906-S Barber Dime For Grading

AU Details - Scratch.

I would say AU-50 but details.

I agree. I was trying really hard to convince myself that the coin is more valuable than it actually is.

I see AU-53 details due to scratch on check.
I have a 1901 O very similar to yours with that crusty gunk embedded within both obv. and reverse devices it has very high EF details but the crusting bugged me so I soaked it in acetone for 24 hours then generously soaked it in Classic Coin Conditioner and dabbed at it improving its appearence.
I wanted that gunk off so soaked it in CCC again and got more aggressive with the soaked q-tips and coin looks great except now its an EF-45ish cleaned its underlying original surface was almost mirror like now it shows every single swipe or buffing action I made with tiny little hairline scratches. I don't recommend anyone do this, restoration is fine but I downright cleaned my example and I never win the clean game on barbers. Here's what I learned about crusty Barber dimes there's good crusty and theirs bad crusty and although not perfect I've gotten good at avoiding bad crusting.
I like this high grade better date dime with scratch and all its got some punch. Maybe an ANACS holder and their inexpensive restoration would show more of original surface?

run a new thread with the coin and we will give you input on that. I learned the same thing the hard way. leave them alone as you never know whats underneath and almost always shows little marks that its hiding

@luvmycam I'll take a look at your barber to see what you've done.

I love the discussion here, but just for me to send the coin to the U.S. + insurance it would cost me close to $200. I looked up PCGS fees and that's only my shipping fees.

Holding your coins like this are a big no no.

Hold them by their edges.

AU-50 details, scratched.