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Bust dimes represent the first iteration of the ten-cent coin, which debuted in 1796. The Draped Bust design is often credited to Gilbert Stuart and was struck from 1796 through 1807.
Obverse Description
Liberty is portrayed with a so-called "draped bust," facing right, with her hair tied back with a ribbon. She is flanked by stars on the left and right periphery with the word LIBERTY on top, and the date positioned at the bottom.
Reverse Description
The so-called "small eagle" is portrayed standing atop rocks motif in the center with wings fully surrounded by an olive wreath that is tied by a ribbon into a bow at the bottom. The words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery. No denomination is mentioned.
Catalog Information
GSID:
72453
Designer:
Robert Scot
Obverse Designer:
Robert Scot
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, [Date]
Reverse Designer:
Robert Scot
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Fineness:
0.8924
Weight (gr):
2.7 gr
Weight (oz):
0.0868 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0775 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
Small Eagle
Variety 2:
1796-1797
Coin Date:
Draped Bust Dime
Denomination:
10c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Draped bust dime
Coinage Years:
1796-1797
Composition:
89% silver; 11% copper
PCGS #:
4460
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Coin Value History
Draped Bust Dime 10c Small Eagle, 1796-1797 MS [Type]
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Draped Bust Dime 10c Small Eagle, 1796-1797 MS [Type]
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$1,440,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $1,200,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| P1 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| P1 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1796 10c MS
Worth: $1,900 – $1,200,000
1796 10c SP
Worth: $1,000,000 – $1,200,000
1797 10c 16 Stars MS
Worth: $1,900 – $250,000
1797 10c 13 Stars MS
Worth: $2,090 – $480,000
Draped Bust Dime 10c Heraldic Eagle, 1798-1807 MS [Type]
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Worth: $275 – $120,000
1798/97 10c 16 Stars Reverse MS
Worth: $1,000 – $100,800
1798/97 10c 13 Stars Reverse MS
Worth: $1,900 – $216,000
1798 10c Large 8 MS
Worth: $750 – $90,000
1798 10c Small 8 MS
Worth: $1,200 – $300,000
1800 10c MS
Worth: $550 – $210,000
1801 10c MS
Worth: $500 – $138,000
1802 10c MS
Worth: $900 – $114,000
1803 10c MS
Worth: $500 – $216,000
1804 10c 13 Stars Reverse MS
Worth: $2,500 – $192,000
1804 10c 14 Stars Reverse MS
Worth: $3,000 – $480,000
1796 Draped Bust Dime. JR-2. Rarity-4. VG Details--Repaired (NGC).
$2,928
1796 10C JR-5, R.5 -- Scratched, Residue -- ANACS Details. Fine 12 Details. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 22,135....
$3,416
1796 10C JR-6, R.3, Fair 2 PCGS. CDN: $2,250 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS Fair 2 . Mintage 22,135. ...
$2,318
1797 10C 16 Stars, JR-1, R.4 -- Heavily Damaged -- ANACS Details. VG8 Details. Mintage 25,261. ...
$1,708
1796 10C JR-1, R.3, AG3 PCGS. ...
$3,416
1796 10C JR-1, R.3 -- Corroded, Scratched, Cleaned -- ANACS Details. Good 4 Details. Mintage 22,135. ...
$2,196
1796 10C JR-4, R.4, XF40 PCGS. ...
$10,980
1796 10C JR-2, R.4, AU55 NGC. ...
$10,986
1797 10C 16 Stars, JR-1, R.4, AU53 NGC. CAC. ...
$18,910
1797 10C 16 Stars, JR-1, R.4, XF45 PCGS. CAC....
$13,200
1797 10C 16 Stars, JR-1, R.4, VF25 PCGS....
$9,600
1796 10C JR-1, R.3, MS63 NGC. CAC....
$44,526
1796 10C JR-3, R.5, VG10 PCGS....
$4,680
1797 Draped Bust Dime. JR-2. Rarity-4. 13 Stars. AU-58 (PCGS).
$30,000
1796 10C JR-1, R.3, MS64 PCGS. CAC....
$69,000
1796 10C JR-1, R.3, MS66 PCGS....
$144,000
1796 10C JR-1, R.3, AU50 PCGS. CAC....
$26,400
1796 Draped Bust Dime. JR-6. Rarity-3. VF-35 (PCGS).
$8,100
1797 10C 13 Stars, JR-2, R.4, MS62+ PCGS. CAC....
$63,000
1796 10C JR-1, R.3, Fine 15 PCGS....
$5,280
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