USA 1 dime Barber Dime 1897
USA, Philadelphia


Rarity
Extremely Rare
Attributes of Coins
Region | USA |
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Denomination | 1 dime |
Krause number | KM# 113 |
Mintage | 731 |
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
The superior quality of U. S. Mint proofs that began in 1896 carried into this year, and some degree of Cameo contrast is more the norm than the exception for 1897 proofs. On richly toned coins, however, this may not be evident. Ultra Cameo pieces are rare.Read More