The seated liberty dime was produced in several varieties over its lifetime changes occured to both the obverse front and reverse of the coin between 1837 and 1875, then remained unchanged until the end of production in 1891. Seated liberty dimes with the stars obverse exist in substantial numbers in grade levels up to mint state64. The reverse contained a wreath and inscription almost identical to the one used on the final design of the seated liberty dime. The complete guide to liberty seated half dimes al blythe on. This book is being selfpublished, with only a limited number being printed. She holds what looks like a small flag in her left hand.
Seated liberty dimes attract strong collector interest by michele orzano coin world staff it was the longest running design for any u. We also have a seated liberty dime grading forum to help you establish a grade for your seated liberty dime. Liberty seated half dimes and dollars collectors universe. This problem of metal displacement also is found at the lower part of the shield and at liberty s feet. Seated liberty dime shop cheap seated liberty dime from. A complete date run of the series, including the 1859 and 1860 fantasy pieces, and the famous and extremely rare 1870s, totals 83 coins. Up for auction is the orginal authoritative reference book for liberty seated dimes. Liberty seated dime coin collecting guide for beginners. The liberty seated half dime was minted from 1837 to 1873 in 90% silver. Get the best deals on seated liberty dimes 1837 1891 when you shop the largest online selection at.
Order liberty seated dimes 1837 1891 at apmex or call 800 3759006. Encyclopedia of united states liberty seated dimes 18371891 kamal m ahwash on. Seated liberty dimes often are found with the features of liberty s head not fully struck. Coin value prices, price chart, coin photos, mintage figures, coin melt value, metal composition, mint mark location, statistics. Seated liberty dime photos, mintage, designers, weights, diameters, varieties, and much more. I must find time to update the definitive resource for liberty seated dime variety collectors with the new 1852 f119 listing. Another trouble spot is the top of the wreath directly opposite the base upon which liberty sits, a fact especially true of the 186091 issues. Since then, no silver nickels have been minted, aside from the 35% silver jefferson nickels during world war ii. Seated liberty half dime philadelphia us coin errors ebay. This dime was designed by christian gobrecht, third chief engraver of the u.
You will find a lot of information below such as mintages, specifications, and images. Buy seated liberty dimes minted 1837 to 1891 this is a hugely popular series, with so many dates that can be affordably obtained. Be sure to visit our seated liberty dime forum if you need help. Sep 28, 2017 overall, there are nine design types of half dimes, five of which are in the series of liberty seated half dimes. The series spans 55 years and 4 mints, philadelphia, san francisco, new orleans, and carson city. Shopping for cheap seated liberty dime at coins crafts store and more from on,the leading trading marketplace from china. Get the best deals on seated liberty half dime philadelphia us coin errors when you shop the largest online selection at. The website also hosts information for lscc and estes model rocketry kit collectors. Discussion in us coins forum started by emilyrc, jun 11, 2017.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The definitive resource for liberty seated dime variety collectors. The liberty seated dime is the longest running dime type coin series. Encyclopedia of united states liberty seated dimes 1837. United states liberty seated dimes 1837 1891, page 4. Encyclopedia of united states liberty seated dimes 18371891. One dime inscribed above the new orleans mints o mintmark surrounded by a laurel wreath. Dimes liberty seated dime, stars, no drapery, 18381840. Page 5, united states liberty seated dimes 1837 1891. The denominations which featured the goddess of liberty in a seated liberty design included the half dime, the dime, the quarter, the half dollar, and until 1873 the silver dollar. Kamal awash was one of th first researchers and numismatics to identify seated half dimes by variety and catalog such varieties. Home coins us coins halfdimes and dimes liberty seated dime. Seated liberty silver coins for sale rare silver coins. Christian gobrecht designed this handsome dime which saw several design modifications during its run.
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Liberty seated dimes varieties 18371891 table of contents. This page is dedicated exclusively to the 1840 seated liberty dime. That is a nice beginning, but it is just the beginning. Seated liberty dimes were struck in philadelphia, carson city, new orleans, and san francisco. For liberty seated dime type collectors, there are five recognized varieties from changes in drapery, stars, and arrows. Find the best selection from the most respected coins dealers around the world. The seated liberty design appeared on just about every silver us coin from 1836 to 1891. Liberty seated dimes 1837 1891 view precious metals. Otherwise, all seated liberty dimes from 1860 onward, right to the end of the series in 1891, have united states of america on the obverse. In example, its possible for a coin to grade g4 on its obverse, but grade vg8 on its reverse. Aug 03, 2014 finishing up the book, the authoritative reference on liberty seated half dimes the authoritative reference on liberty seated half dimes book by kevin flynn should be done in september. It was widely used in commercial transactions and unfortunately, the small coins wore out. The definitive resource for liberty seated dime variety.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Shop our large selection of precious metals products available 247 online. Other individual coins in the series seated liberty dime. The liberty seated half dime series ran from 1837 to 1873. Seated liberty dime photos, mintage, specifications, errors. Encyclopedia of united states liberty seated dimes 18371891 by kamal awash. The coins obverse features the image of liberty seated on a rock. Rare coin collectors will need some patience to locate liberty seated half dimes in about uncirculated condition and better. With adam and his team, you have a trusted ally with great expertise on your side. Coin value prices, price chart, coin photos, mintage figures, coin melt value, metal composition, mint mark location.
This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell. Oct 11, 2010 though the no stars dime was a more faithful rendition of the cameolike liberty seated design as implemented by christian gobrecht, objections were voiced about the missing stars. Sharing the design with the seated liberty dime were the half dime, twenty cent piece, quarter dollar, half dollar and silver dollar. The liberty seated dime piece is a us dime piece or ten cent coin that was produced from 1837 to 1891. Seated liberty silver coinage rare coin insider adam crum, vice president of numismatics, is a wellknown numismatist, author, speaker, marketmaker and rare coin industry expert. Major varieties include no stars, stars, no drapery, arrows at date and in later years, the legend united states of america on the obverse. In 1892, the barber dime made its debut, along with its companion quarter and half dollar. This is just a guide to give you an idea of what your coin might grade. Welcome to the web book resource for liberty seated dime varieties and gerry fortin rare coins. Page 4, united states liberty seated dimes 1837 1891. Quality coins from approved sellers, one click away. Seated liberty 183791 coins for sale buy seated liberty.
Coins for sale for seated liberty type dimes items. United states liberty seated dimes 1837 1891, page 5. The liberty seated dime was issued from 18371891 the front of these coins also called the obverse has the goddess or lady liberty seated. Protect and display your liberty dime by adding a protective plastic capsule to your order. The obverse also contains the longused stars for the colonies design element. Libertys portrait was inspired by two sourcesfrench coins and medals of the period, as well as ancient greek and roman sculpture. The seated liberty portrait designs appeared on most regularissue silver united states coinage during the mid and late nineteenth century, from 1836 through 1891. United states seated liberty dime coin collecting guide for.