1885 Liberty Seated Dime Good
Semi-Numismatic
1885 Liberty Seated Dime Good
The 1885 Liberty Seated dime offers a fascinating look into nineteenth-century American coinage. Struck in 0.900 fine silver with a precious metal content of 0.0715 troy ounces, this ten-cent piece represents a long-running design era in United States currency. This particular issue was minted in Philadelphia, which means it carries no mint mark on its surface. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the obverse of the coin depicts Lady Liberty seated upon a rock. In her hands, she holds a staff topped with a Phrygian cap, while her other hand rests on a shield adorned with the word LIBERTY. The year 1885 is inscribed clearly beneath her feet. The reverse of the coin is dedicated to the denomination, displaying the words ONE DIME surrounded by a detailed, leafy wreath. This simple yet elegant combination of Liberty and the wreath represents one of the most enduring motifs in early American silver coinage.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1885 |
| 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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