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Capped Bust Dime Small Planchet 10 Cents MS 1828-1837 Values
Details
Capped Bust dimes, designed by John Reich, are generally more common than the Draped Bust issues. However, like their earlier counterparts they are challenging to locate in the better Mint States grades. The 1822 and 1829 Curl Base 2 are the rarest issues, with both regularly trading in the four-figure range.
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. The border has defined beads due to improved manufacturing techniques.
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. The border has defined beads due to improved manufacturing techniques.
Basic Information
GSID:
72456
Coin Date:
Capped Bust Dime
Denomination:
10c / 10 Cents
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Capped bust dime
Coinage Years:
1809-1837
Composition:
89% silver; 11% copper
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Small Planchet
Variety 2:
1828-1837
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.8924
Weight:
2.7 gr
Weight:
0.0868 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0775 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
18.5 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
