Price Guide for 1907 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: $2.00 – $150.00Uncirculated: $2.50 – $5,760.00
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eBayCirculated: $1.25 – $148.50Uncirculated: $42.00 – $525.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $6.00 – $195.00Uncirculated: $210.00 – $7,250.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $13.00 – $264.00Uncirculated: $1.25 – $15,863.00
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eBayCirculated: $4.25 – $275.00Uncirculated: $135.00 – $890.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $6.00 – $315.00Uncirculated: $350.00 – $18,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $11.00 – $446.50Uncirculated: $4.00 – $12,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $3.25 – $359.00Uncirculated: $104.75 – $1,550.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $7.00 – $385.00Uncirculated: $400.00 – $27,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $13.00 – $288.00Uncirculated: $2.50 – $24,150.00
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eBayCirculated: $12.50 – $291.89Uncirculated: $299.00 – $650.23
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $6.00 – $275.00Uncirculated: $300.00 – $21,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $431.00 – $3,000.00Uncirculated: $1.40 – $7,700.00
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eBayUncirculated: $299.15 – $1,910.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $250.00 – $275.00Uncirculated: $345.00 – $13,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $125.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $40.00 – $210.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $504.00 – $4,888.00
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eBayUncirculated: $480.01 – $1,187.49
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $375.00 – $17,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,586.25
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $3,600.00
Design and Specifications of the 1907 Dime
The 1907 Barber Dime was part of the Barber coinage series, which began in 1892 and continued until 1916. Charles E. Barber, the Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint, designed this coin. The series replaced the long-running Seated Liberty design and was produced during a period of significant economic growth and industrialization in the United States.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint Marks | Philadelphia (no mint mark), Denver (D), New Orleans (O), San Francisco (S) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Liberty Head (Barber), designed by Charles E. Barber |
| Reverse Design | Wreath with denomination, designed by Charles E. Barber |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1907 Barber Dimes significantly impacts their value. Uncirculated examples are particularly desirable, with premium prices for coins grading MS65 and above. Key factors affecting value include:
1. Strike quality: Well-struck coins with full details command higher prices.
2. Luster: Original mint luster is highly prized, especially if unbroken on the high points.
3. Surface preservation: Coins free from noticeable marks, scratches, or other imperfections are more valuable.
4. Toning: Natural, attractive toning can enhance a coin’s appeal and value.
Mintage: 22,220,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 4,080,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 5,058,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 3,178,470
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mint mark rarity: While all 1907 dimes are relatively common, the San Francisco and Denver issues are slightly scarcer than Philadelphia and New Orleans strikes.
Historical significance: As part of the Barber series, these coins represent an important era in American numismatic history, which can increase collector interest.
Set completion: Many collectors seek to complete date and mint mark sets of Barber dimes, which can drive demand for well-preserved examples from each mint.
