USA 1 dime Barber Dime 1901

USA, Philadelphia
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Rarity

Extremely Rare

Attributes of Coins

RegionUSA
Denomination1 dime
Krause numberKM# 113
Mintage813
MetalSilver 0.900
thickness1.3 mm
diameter17.91 mm
weight2.5 g
Obverse:
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Liberty
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
LIBERTY
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Reverse:
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Wreath
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
ONE DIME

Introduction of Coins

This issue is surprisingly elusive in higher grades, many examples displaying signs of rough handling. Whether this occurred at the mint or later is not certain. In addition, the depth of frosting on legends and devices continued its slide from the peak quality of 1898. While Cameo examples are still available for this date, it's not likely than any will achieve Ultra Cameo status.Read More