This is a 1898 Barber Dime, a ten-cent coin produced by the United States Mint, specifically minted in San Francisco (indicated by the 'S' mint mark). The Barber Dime is part of a series designed by the renowned engraver Charles E. Barber, featuring a classic portrayal of Liberty in profile on the obverse and a decorative wreath on the reverse, encircling the denomination. The coin is made from silver and has a weight of 2.5 grams, with a diameter of 17.9 mm. The coin's production type is a Mint Strike, which ensures a quality finish typical of coins struck from hardened dies at the mint. In 1898, a total of 1,702,507 Barber Dimes were minted, contributing to its availability in the market. Despite the coin's nominal denomination of ten cents, collectors and numismatists value it not just for its face value but also for its historical significance and intrinsic silver content. The Barber Dime is an emblematic piece of American coinage, and its presence in any collection signifies an appreciation for the artistry and technological craftsmanship of the era. As a coin from a century ago, the 1898 Barber Dime serves as both a collectible and a reminder of a pivotal time in U.S. history.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.1 |
| diameter | 17.9 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Silver |
| mint-mark | S |
| mintage | 1702507 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 2.5 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1898 |