Whitman Expo
1831 Dime PR Values
Details
Bust dimes with proof strikes are extremely rare and should only be purchased when certified by a reputable grading firm.
Obverse: Liberty is portrayed, facing left, with cap on her head and the word LIBERTY on her crown. 7 and 6 stars on the left and right periphery, respectively with the date positioned in the bottom center.
Reverse: An eagle is centered in the design with a shield over its chest, holding arrows and olive branches in its talons. A ribbon above bears the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery. The denomination listed as "10 C." appears at the bottom.
Basic Information
GSID:
4000
Coin Date:
1831
Denomination:
10c / 10 Cents
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
15–20 Known
Coinage Type:
Capped bust dime
Coinage Years:
1828-1836
Composition:
89% silver; 11% copper
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
2.7 gr
Weight:
0.0868 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0775 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
18.5 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
