coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 10c \ Liberty Seated Dimes \ 1861 \ San Francisco
The Liberty Seated Dime, produced by the United States Mint from 1837 to 1891, features an iconic design by engraver Christian Gobrecht. The 1861 San Francisco mint marked example is notable for its limited mintage and the historical context of the Civil War era. Collectors value these dimes for their craftsmanship, historical significance, and the role they played in circulating currency during a tumultuous time in American history. The coin typically showcases the Liberty Seated design on the obverse and a wreath encircling the denomination on the reverse.
Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1861-S 10c | 10c | Liberty Seated Dimes | 1861 | San Francisco |