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.
coinage-type | Draped bust dime |
desg | MS |
designer | Robert Scot |
diameter | 19 |
edge | Reeded |
fineness | 0.8924 |
material | 89% silver; 11% copper |
mintage | 34,640 |
ngc-id | 236J |
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. |
pcgs-link | 4471 |
pcgs-number | 4471 |
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. |
weight-grams | 2.7 |
year-display | 1798-1807 |