Price Guide for 1867 Dime Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $374.00 – $2,875.00Uncirculated: $960.00 – $15,525.00
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eBayCirculated: $1,253.78 – $1,825.00Uncirculated: $1,599.00 – $1,895.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $900.00 – $3,750.00Uncirculated: $3,850.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $0.70 – $3,550.00Uncirculated: $2,070.00 – $29,900.00
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eBayCirculated: $105.51 – $1,050.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $150.00 – $3,750.00Uncirculated: $4,000.00 – $35,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $224.00 – $782.55Uncirculated: $3.10 – $8,050.00
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eBayUncirculated: $759.99 – $1,250.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $300.00 – $600.00Uncirculated: $650.00 – $5,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,260.00 – $1,650.00Uncirculated: $1,920.00 – $2,880.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2,875.00 – $7,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $408.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $437.00 – $14,400.00
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eBayUncirculated: $924.95 – $999.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $750.00 – $15,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,527.50 – $7,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $850.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,750.00 – $10,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $900.00 – $5,170.00
Design and Specifications of the 1867 Dime
The 1867 Seated Liberty Dime was part of the long-running Seated Liberty series, which began in 1837 and continued until 1891. This coin was minted during the post-Civil War Reconstruction era, a time of significant economic and social change in the United States. The Seated Liberty design, featuring Lady Liberty seated on a rock, was a symbol of the nation’s stability and endurance through challenging times.
| Weight | 2.49 grams |
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| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint Marks | Philadelphia (no mint mark), San Francisco (S) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Seated Liberty, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
| Reverse Design | Wreath surrounding the words 'ONE DIME', designed by Christian Gobrecht |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of an 1867 Dime significantly impacts its value and collectibility. Circulation strikes, especially from San Francisco, are scarce in high grades due to extensive circulation and the coin’s small size, which made it prone to wear.
For Philadelphia issues, coins in Extremely Fine (XF) to About Uncirculated (AU) condition are sought after, while Mint State examples are rare and highly valued. San Francisco issues are even more condition sensitive, with Fine to Very Fine examples being more commonly found, and Extremely Fine or better specimens commanding significant premiums.
Key factors affecting value include:
- Strike quality: Well-struck coins with full details are more desirable
- Luster: Original mint luster greatly enhances value, especially for uncirculated coins
- Surface preservation: Minimal contact marks or abrasions increase desirability
- Toning: Natural, attractive toning can add to a coin’s appeal and value
Mintage: 6,420,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, with higher demand for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 140,000
Rarity Scale: Rare
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS63 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples
Several factors can further influence the value of an 1867 Dime:
1. Mint mark rarity: The San Francisco issue, with its low mintage, is significantly rarer and more valuable than the Philadelphia issue.
2. Historical significance: As a post-Civil War coin, it holds interest for collectors of 19th-century American history.
3. Type set inclusion: The Seated Liberty design makes this coin popular for type set collectors, increasing demand.
4. Die state: Late die state examples showing die cracks or other characteristics can be of interest to specialized collectors.
5. Provenance: Coins with a notable ownership history or from famous collections can command a premium.
