1 Dime "Barber Dime"
United States · 1892–1916 · Silver
0.0723 ozt of silver × live silver spot (loading…)
Specifications
| Years | 1892–1916 |
| Denomination | 1 Dime |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (.100 copper) |
| Gross weight | 2.5 g |
| Fineness | 90.0% silver |
| Actual silver weight | 0.0723 ozt (2.25 g) |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Charles Edward Barber |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
Liberty head to right, date below.
Reverse
Value within wreath, mintmark below.
About this coin’s value
The 1 Dime "Barber Dime" contains 0.0723 troy ounces of silver (90.0% fine, 2.5 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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- 1 Dime "Seated Liberty Dime" (no stars around rim)1837–1838
- 1 Dime "Seated Liberty Dime" (with stars, no arrows)1838–1853
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Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a 1 Dime "Barber Dime"?
Each 1 Dime "Barber Dime" contains about 0.0723 troy ounces of pure silver — its 2.5 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 1 Dime "Barber Dime"?
Its melt (intrinsic metal) value is 0.0723 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 "Barber Dime" minted?
The 1 Dime "Barber Dime" was issued 1892–1916.
Who designed the 1 Dime "Barber Dime"?
The 1 Dime "Barber Dime" was designed by Charles Edward Barber.
How big is a 1 Dime "Barber Dime"?
It weighs 2.5 g and measures 17.9 mm across and 1.2 mm thick (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.