1838 Liberty Seated Dime Large Stars Good
Semi-Numismatic
1838 Liberty Seated Dime Large Stars Good
The year 1838 marked an early chapter for the iconic Liberty Seated coinage of the United States. This ten cent piece, struck in 90 percent pure silver, offers a physical connection to the pre-1933 era of American currency. Containing 0.0715 troy ounces of precious metal, the coin is a testament to the enduring legacy of early federal coinage. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the obverse of this dime features a seated figure of Liberty. She is depicted holding a staff topped with a liberty cap, while her other hand rests upon a shield. This powerful imagery of freedom and national identity is complemented on the reverse by a delicate wreath that encircles the denomination, which is written as ONE DIME. As a sovereign coin backed by the United States government, this piece bears the historic inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA on its reverse side, alongside the date 1838 on the obverse. Surviving in Good condition, this circulated silver dime invites onlookers to appreciate the artistry and journey of America's early fractional currency.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1838 |
| Grade | Good |
| Legal-tender face value | 10 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.0715 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
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