1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle)
United States · 1796–1797 · Silver
0.0775 ozt of silver × live silver spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1796–1797 |
| Denomination | 1 Dime |
| Composition | Silver (.8924) (.1076 copper) |
| Gross weight | 2.7 g |
| Fineness | 89.2% silver |
| Actual silver weight | 0.0775 ozt (2.41 g) |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Robert Scot, Gilbert Stuart |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Bust to right above date, 15 stars around.
Reverse
Eagle with spread wings within wreath.
About this coin’s value
The 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle) contains 0.0775 troy ounces of silver (89.2% fine, 2.7 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.
More 1 Dime coins
- 10 Cents "Copper Disme" (Pattern)1792
- 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (Heraldic eagle)1798–1807
- 10 Cents "Liberty Cap Dime" (1st variety)1809–1828
- 10 Cents "Liberty Cap Dime" (2nd variety)1828–1837
- 1 Dime "Seated Liberty Dime" (no stars around rim)1837–1838
- 1 Dime "Seated Liberty Dime" (with stars, no arrows)1838–1853
- 1 Dime "Seated Liberty Dime" (with stars and date arrows)1853–1855
- 1 Dime "Seated Liberty Dime" (reduced weight)1856–1860
Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle)?
Each 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle) contains about 0.0775 troy ounces of pure silver — its 2.7 g gross weight at 89.2% fineness. That is the figure the calculator above multiplies by the live silver spot price.
What is the melt value of a 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle)?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 0.0775 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 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle) minted?
The 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle) was issued 1796–1797.
Who designed the 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle)?
The 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle) was designed by Robert Scot, Gilbert Stuart.
How big is a 1 Dime "Draped Bust Dime" (small eagle)?
It weighs 2.7 g and measures 19 mm across (silver (.8924) (.1076 copper)).
Educational reference, not an offer to buy or sell. Specifications are catalog data and may vary by variety; verify before any transaction.