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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 centerpiece of the reverse is the so-called "heraldic eagle" with wings fully spread and emblazoned with a shield replacing the chest. A ribbon bearing the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM hangs from the beak. The eagles right talon holds bundle of arrows and an olive branch in the right. Above the eagle's head are a group of stars and clouds with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA at the top periphery. No denomination is mentioned.
Catalog Information
GSID:
374673
Designer:
Robert Scot
Obverse Designer:
Robert Scot
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1798
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:
16 Stars Reverse
Variety 2:
JR-1
Coin Date:
1798/97
Denomination:
10c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
27,550
Coinage Type:
Draped bust dime
Coinage Years:
1798-1807
Composition:
89% silver; 11% copper
Rarity:
3
PCGS #:
38750
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Coin Value History
1798/97 10c 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1 MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$121,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $101,000 | $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 |
Draped Bust Dime 10c Small Eagle, 1796-1797 MS [Type]
![Draped Bust Dime 10c Small Eagle, 1796-1797 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1796-10-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1,900 – $1,200,000
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]
![Draped Bust Dime 10c Heraldic Eagle, 1798-1807 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1805-10-obv.jpeg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
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
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3 -- Damaged -- NCS. Good Details. Mintage 27,550. ...
$885
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, Fine 15 PCGS. ...
$3,660
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, AU53 NGC. ...
$7,320
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, VG8 PCGS. CDN: $1,400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VG8 . Mintage 27,550....
$3,172
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, VF30 PCGS. CAC....
$10,200
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, MS64 PCGS. CAC....
$30,000
1798/7 Draped Bust Dime. JR-1. Rarity-3. 16 Stars on Reverse. AU-55 (NGC).
$5,760
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, VG10 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (1/9). Mintage 27,550....
$3,600
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, MS66 PCGS....
$84,000
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, VF20 NGC....
$2,340
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, MS65+ PCGS. CAC. ...
$99,000
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, VF35 NGC. ...
$2,880
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, Fine 12 PCGS. ...
$1,560
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, VF25 PCGS. ...
$1,680
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, MS61 NGC. ...
$6,462
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, Good 6 NGC. ...
$1,058
1798/7 Draped Bust Dime. JR-1. Rarity-3. 16-Star Reverse. MS-63 (NGC).
$14,688
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, MS60 NGC. ...
$6,462
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, Fine 15 PCGS. PCGS Population: (2/4 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (0/47 and 0/0+). Fine 1...
$2,400
1798/97 10C 16 Stars Reverse, JR-1, R.3, AU53 NGC. ...
$3,360
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