1838-O Liberty Seated Dime AG
Numismatic
1838-O Liberty Seated Dime AG
In 1838, the branch mint in New Orleans produced a silver dime featuring the iconic Liberty Seated design. This early American coin, composed of 90 percent silver, carries a total silver content of 0.0715 troy ounces (with a total metal content of 0.0773 troy ounces). Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the coin represents a classic era of United States coinage. The obverse of this ten-cent piece portrays Lady Liberty seated on a rock. In her hands, she holds a staff topped with a liberty cap, while her other hand rests on a shield. The reverse side features a delicate wreath that encircles the denomination, which is inscribed as ONE DIME. This particular coin is in Almost Good condition, showing the honest wear of a piece that circulated during a transformative period in American history.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1838 |
| Mint mark | O - New Orleans |
| Grade | Almost Good |
| Legal-tender face value | 10 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.0773 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
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