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1 Dime "Seated Liberty Dime" with stars and date arrows
| Silver (.900) (.100 copper) | 2.49 g | 17.9 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1853-1855 |
| Value | 1 Dime = 10 Cents (0.1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (.100 copper) |
| Weight | 2.49 g |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#14243 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Face value in wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
ONE DIME
Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The arrows either side of the date were added to indicate that the standard coin weight had been reduced (to 39²∕₅ grains) from the previous issue (41¼ grains).These coins saw frequent circulation in Nicaragua.
1853
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Seated Liberty Dime is that it was the first dime to feature a portrait of Lady Liberty with her hair tied in a bun and a crown, which was designed by Mint Engraver Christian Gobrecht. This design was a departure from the previous Draped Bust Dime, which featured a more classical depiction of Liberty. The Seated Liberty Dime was also the first dime to include the value of the coin, "ONE DIME," on the reverse, which made it easier for people to identify and use in everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1853 O | 1100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 | 15 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 O | 1770000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dime "Seated Liberty Dime" (with stars and date arrows) 1853-1855 coin.
