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1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" small eagle
| Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) | 2.70 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1797 |
| Value | 1 Dime = 10 Cents (0.1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) |
| Weight | 2.70 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#30320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Eagle with spread wings within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Engraver: Robert Scot
Designer: Gilbert Stuart
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of these coins was 41³∕₅ grains and the silver content was 37¹∕₈ grains, hence the unusual .8924 fineness.1824
Interesting fact
The Draped Bust Dime, minted from 1796 to 1797, was the first coin to feature an image of Lady Liberty on a US coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1796 | 22135 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1797 | 25261 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle) 1796-1797 coin.
