1901-O (New Orleans) Barber Dimes

Coin / United States of America / 1901 / New Orleans / Barber Dimes / 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime)

This coin is a 1901 Barber Dime, a ten-cent piece from the United States minted at the New Orleans Mint, designated by the "O" mint mark. The Barber Dime is part of a series designed by famed engraver Charles E. Barber, which was struck in .900 fine silver. This particular coin has a mintage of 5,620,000, making it relatively common compared to other years in the series. The coin has a diameter of 17.9 mm and weighs 2.5 grams. Despite the absence of specific height and width measurements, it retains the standard dimensions associated with dimes. The design features Liberty in profile on the obverse, surrounded by the inscriptions “LIBERTY” and the year "1901," along with 13 stars, representing the original colonies. The reverse showcases an eagle with a shield, symbolizing liberty and strength, and is surrounded by a laurel wreath. Given its mintage and the quality of the strike, this coin is popular among both collectors and investors. The market value can vary based on its condition—graded from Poor (P) to Mint State (MS)—but generally, Barber Dimes in circulated condition are accessible. Due to its silver content and history, collectors often seek this classic representation of early 20th-century American coinage.