½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars)
United States · 1837–1838 · Silver
0.0388 ozt of silver × live silver spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1837–1838 |
| Denomination | 5 Cents |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (.100 copper) |
| Gross weight | 1.34 g |
| Fineness | 90.0% silver |
| Actual silver weight | 0.0388 ozt (1.21 g) |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Christian Gobrecht |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Seated Liberty
Reverse
Value within wreath
About this coin’s value
The ½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars) contains 0.0388 troy ounces of silver (90.0% fine, 1.34 g gross). Its melt value above is that metal content multiplied by the live spot price — the floor any dealer offer should be judged against. Collector value for better dates, mint marks and grades comes on top of melt, so check before selling scarce coins as bullion.
To value a whole stack at once, use the US Silver Coin Calculator. The formula behind the number is explained in how to calculate silver melt value, and where to sell covers what buyers actually pay against melt.
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Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a ½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars)?
Each ½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars) contains about 0.0388 troy ounces of pure silver — its 1.34 g gross weight at 90.0% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live silver spot price.
What is the melt value of a ½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars)?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 0.0388 troy oz × the current silver spot price — use the live calculator above for today's figure. Scarce dates and high grades can be worth more than melt.
What years was the ½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars) minted?
The ½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars) was issued 1837–1838.
Who designed the ½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars)?
The ½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars) was designed by Christian Gobrecht.
How big is a ½ Dime "Seated Liberty Half Dime" (without stars)?
It weighs 1.34 g and measures 15.5 mm across (silver (.900) (.100 copper)).
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.