coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) \ Seated Liberty Dimes \ 1857
The Seated Liberty Dime, designed by engraver Christian Gobrecht, was struck by the United States Mint from 1837 to 1891. The 1857 Seated Liberty Dime features Lady Liberty seated on a rock, holding a pole with a liberty cap and a shield, symbolizing freedom and protection. This dime is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, weighing 2.50 grams with a diameter of 17.9 mm. Collectors highly value the 1857 date for its historical significance and scarcity, with varying conditions affecting its market price and desirability.
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1857-O (New Orleans) Seated Liberty Dimes | 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) | Seated Liberty Dimes | 1857 | New Orleans |
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1857-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Dimes | 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) | Seated Liberty Dimes | 1857 | Philadelphia |
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1857-P (Philadelphia) Seated Liberty Dimes | 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) | Seated Liberty Dimes | 1857 | Philadelphia |
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United States of America 1857 N/A Seated Liberty Dimes 10¢ | 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) | Seated Liberty Dimes | 1857 | N/A |