This coin is a Draped Bust Dime, also known as the Small Eagle dime, produced in the United States in the year 1831. It features a mint mark of 'P', indicating that it was minted in Philadelphia. This particular specimen is notable as a proof coin, a specialized format that showcases the highest quality of production, typically reserved for collectors and special issues. Measuring 18.5 mm in diameter and weighing 2.7 grams, this dime is composed primarily of silver, making it both a historically significant piece and valuable in terms of its material content. The denomination is 10 cents, a standard representation for dimes in U.S. currency. With a mintage of 0, which is indicative of a limited or special production, this particular coin may hold unique value for collectors. Its design, embodying the artistic elements of the Draped Bust series, features an elegant image of Liberty draped in a flowing gown on the obverse, while the reverse typically displays a small eagle. This coin is part of a respected series that is sought after by numismatists for its artistry, historical context, and rarity, particularly in the proof format. As such, it represents not only a means of currency but also a collectible item of great significance in American numismatic history.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.1 |
| diameter | 18.5 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Silver |
| mint-mark | P |
| mintage | 0 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 2.7 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1831 |