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10 Cents "Liberty Cap Dime" 2nd variety
| Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) | 2.7 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1828-1837 |
| Value | 1 Dime = 10 Cents (0.1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#21828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Eagles with arrows and olive branch in talons, banner above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
E. PLURIBUS UNUM
10 C.
Engraver: John Reich
Designer: John Reich
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.1828
1829
1830
1833
1834
Interesting fact
The Liberty Cap Dime, also known as the "Capped Bust Dime," was designed by John Reich and features a portrait of Lady Liberty wearing a cap on her head, symbolizing freedom and liberty.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1828 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1829 | 770000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1830 | 510000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1831 | 771350 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1832 | 522500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1833 | 485000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1834 | 635000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1835 | 1410000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1836 | 1190000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1837 | 359500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents "Liberty Cap Dime" (2nd variety) 1828-1837 coin.
