1903-O Barber Dime Good/VG
Semi-Numismatic
1903-O Barber Dime Good/VG
The 1903 Barber dime offers a tangible look at early twentieth-century American coinage. Minted in New Orleans, as indicated by the 'O' mint mark, this ten-cent piece is struck in 90% silver, containing 0.0715 troy ounces of the precious metal. Kept in Good to Very Good condition, the coin displays the honest wear of a piece that once circulated widely in daily commerce. Designed by Charles Barber, the obverse of the coin presents a dignified profile of Lady Liberty. She wears a traditional Phrygian cap underneath a laurel wreath, surrounded by the bold inscription 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and the year '1903' at the bottom. This imagery was a staple of American pocket change during the turn of the century. The reverse side focuses on the coin's face value, featuring the words 'ONE DIME' nestled inside a detailed, woven wreath. This simple yet elegant wreath design frames the denomination, completing a classic aesthetic that defined an entire era of United States coinage.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1903 |
| Mint mark | O - New Orleans |
| Grade | Good/Very 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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