USA 1 dime Seated Liberty Dime 1848
USA, Philadelphia


Rarity
Scarce
Attributes of Coins
Region | USA |
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Denomination | 1 dime |
Krause number | KM# 63 |
Mintage | 451,500 |
Metal | Silver 0.900 |
diameter | 17.9 mm |
weight | 2.67 g |
Obverse:

Liberty
Star
Creators:
Christian Gobrecht
LIBERTY
Reverse:

Wreath
Creators:
Christian Gobrecht
ONE DIME
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
The Philadelphia Mint's output of dimes continued its recovery from the low point of 1846. This date is moderately scarce in the higher circulated grades, though there are a fair number of Mint State coins. Gems, however, are quite elusive. The sole variety of interest features a repunching of numerals 48, the earlier impression being west of the final one.Read More