1836 Capped Bust Dime AG
Semi-Numismatic
1836 Capped Bust Dime AG
This ten-cent silver piece from 1836 offers a window into the early decades of United States coinage. Struck in Philadelphia with a silver purity of 0.8924, this dime belongs to the celebrated Capped Bust series. The coin represents a time when the young nation was still establishing its visual identity through its circulating currency. The front of the coin features a left-facing portrait of Liberty. She wears a traditional Phrygian cap, a symbol of freedom, with her hair flowing down her neck. Thirteen stars encircle her image, representing the original colonies that formed the nation. The reverse side depicts a perched eagle with a protective shield draped across its chest. In its talons, the eagle grasps both an olive branch and a bundle of arrows, representing the dual national ideals of peace and defense. The motto UNUM is visible on this side, reinforcing the theme of national unity.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1836 |
| Grade | Almost Good |
| Legal-tender face value | 10 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.0775 troy oz |
| Purity | .8924 |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
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