1888-S Liberty Seated Dime Fine
Semi-Numismatic
1888-S Liberty Seated Dime Fine
The 1888-S Liberty Seated Dime represents a fascinating era in United States coinage. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this ten-cent piece is composed of 90% silver, containing approximately 0.0715 troy ounces of the precious metal. Surviving in Fine condition, it carries the gentle wear of a coin that actively circulated through the commerce of the late 1800s. On the obverse, the design features Lady Liberty seated upon a rock. In her right hand, she supports a shield, while her left hand holds a staff topped with a liberty cap. The base of the design displays the year of issue, 1888, set beneath the central figure. This imagery is framed by the inscription "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" curving around the upper rim. The reverse of the coin focuses on a detailed wreath that encircles the central denomination, which is spelled out as "ONE DIME". This elegant combination of a seated allegorical figure and a naturalistic wreath defines one of the most enduring and recognizable design families in American numismatic history.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1888 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| 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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