USA 1 dime Barber Dime 1895
USA, New Orleans
Rarity
Scarce
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 1 dime |
| Krause number | KM# 113 |
| Mintage | 440,000 |
| Metal | Silver 0.900 |
| thickness | 1.3 mm |
| diameter | 17.91 mm |
| weight | 2.5 g |
Obverse:
Liberty
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
LIBERTY
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Reverse:
Wreath
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
ONE DIME
Introduction of Coins
If one disregards the 1894-S, which was not coined for circulation, then 1895-O is clearly the key date for this popular series. It's low mintage was a consequence of severe economic depression in the years 1894-96, and examples are highly sought in any grade. Most 1895-O dimes are fairly well struck, but few are known in grades high enough for this to be evident. Mint State survivors are rare, and gems are extremely so.Read More
