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1879 Proof Seated Liberty Dime
Dimes · Seated Liberty Dimes · 1837–1891
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Mintage | 1,100 |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Silver, 10% Copper |
| Melt Value | $5.47 (spot as of ) |
| Designer | Christian Gobrecht |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-1872 |
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Philadelphia struck 1,100 proof dimes in 1879. The proof is available with searching.
Price GuideTypical retail prices for problem-free examples.
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| Grade | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — |
This table is for educational purposes only and is intended to illustrate general market price trends and pricing steps between grades. Actual market conditions may vary significantly, especially for rarer pieces that often command premiums above the ranges shown here.
Other Varieties & References
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Key Varieties
No major varieties are known for this issue.
View all Seated Liberty Dimes varieties →References
- PCGS CoinFacts: Seated Liberty Dimes
- NGC Coin Explorer: Seated Liberty Dimes
- Heritage Auctions Archives
- Stack's Bowers Auction Archives
- A Guide Book of United States Coins (The Red Book)
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