The Seated Liberty Dime, minted from 1837 to 1891, features a design by Christian Gobrecht, depicting Lady Liberty seated on a rock with a shield. The 1839 Seated Liberty Dime is particularly notable due to its transitional nature in design and includes various die varieties, which can affect its collectibility and value. The coin is made of 90% silver and 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams and has a diameter of 17.91 millimeters. Collectors often seek the 1839 dime for its historical significance and the variety of issues associated with its production during the early years of the Seated Liberty series.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1839-O (New Orleans) Seated Liberty Dimes 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) Seated Liberty Dimes 1839 New Orleans
1839-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Dimes 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) Seated Liberty Dimes 1839 Philadelphia
1839-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Dimes 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) Seated Liberty Dimes 1839 Philadelphia
United States of America 1839 N/A Seated Liberty Dimes 10¢ 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) Seated Liberty Dimes 1839 N/A
United States of America 1839 New Orleans Seated Liberty Dimes 10¢ 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) Seated Liberty Dimes 1839 New Orleans