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1796 JR-6 10 Cents MS
Details
Bust dimes represent the first iteration of the ten-cent coin, which debuted in 1796. The Draped Bust design is often credited to Gilbert Stuart and was struck from 1796 through 1807.
Obverse: Liberty is portrayed with a so-called "draped bust," facing right, with her hair tied back with a ribbon. She is flanked by stars on the left and right periphery with the word LIBERTY on top, and the date positioned at the bottom.
Reverse: The so-called "small eagle" is portrayed standing atop rocks motif in the center with wings fully surrounded by an olive wreath that is tied by a ribbon into a bow at the bottom. The words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery. No denomination is mentioned.
Basic Information
GSID:
241023
Coin Date:
1796
Denomination:
10c / 10 Cents
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
22,135
Coinage Type:
Draped bust dime
Coinage Years:
1796-1797
Composition:
89% silver; 11% copper
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
JR-6
Rarity:
R-3
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.8924
Weight:
2.7 gr
Weight:
0.0868 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
