10 Dollars (Liberty Cap / Small Eagle)
United States · 1795–1797 · Silver
0.5158 ozt of silver × live silver spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1795–1797 |
| Denomination | 10 Dollars |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) (.0833 silver and copper) |
| Gross weight | 17.5 g |
| Fineness | 91.7% silver |
| Actual silver weight | 0.5158 ozt (16.04 g) |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
About this coin’s value
The 10 Dollars (Liberty Cap / Small Eagle) contains 0.5158 troy ounces of silver (91.7% fine, 17.5 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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- 10 Dollars - Clark, Gruber and Co.1860
Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a 10 Dollars (Liberty Cap / Small Eagle)?
Each 10 Dollars (Liberty Cap / Small Eagle) contains about 0.5158 troy ounces of pure silver — its 17.5 g gross weight at 91.7% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live silver spot price.
What is the melt value of a 10 Dollars (Liberty Cap / Small Eagle)?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 0.5158 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 10 Dollars (Liberty Cap / Small Eagle) minted?
The 10 Dollars (Liberty Cap / Small Eagle) was issued 1795–1797.
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.