1877 Liberty Seated Dime Fine
Semi-Numismatic
1877 Liberty Seated Dime Fine
The 1877 Liberty Seated dime offers a window into the monetary history of late nineteenth-century America. Struck in 90% fine silver, this ten-cent piece contains 0.0715 troy ounces of precious metal. As a sovereign coin backed by the United States government, it circulated during a transformative era of American history, bearing the marks of its journey through commerce. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the obverse of the coin showcases a seated figure of Liberty. She is depicted resting her hand on a shield while holding a staff topped with a liberty cap, a classic symbol of freedom. The year 1877 is inscribed beneath this central figure. On the reverse, a delicate wreath encircles the face value of the coin, which is written out as ONE DIME, surrounded by the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1877 |
| Grade | Fine |
| 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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