How much is an 1853 half dime worth?
How much is an 1853 half dime worth?
Seated Half Dime Values May Rise In The Future
| DATE | GOOD | EXTREMELY FINE |
|---|---|---|
| 1853 Seated Liberty Half Dime (Without Arrows) | $35 | $260 |
| 1853 Seated Liberty Half Dime (Without Arrows) (O) | $200 | $2,250 |
| 1853 Seated Liberty Half Dime (With Arrows) | $20 | $70 |
| 1853 Seated Liberty Half Dime (With Arrows) (O) | $20 | $70 |
What is a 1/2 dime worth?
The half dime, or half disme, was a silver coin, valued at five cents, formerly minted in the United States. Some numismatists consider the denomination to be the first business strike coin minted by the United States Mint under the Coinage Act of 1792, with production beginning on or about July 1792.
How much is a 1857 dime worth?
The 1857 dime with no mint mark is worth around $16 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $30 and in extremely fine condition the value is around $50. In uncirculated condition the price is around $300 for coins with an MS 60 grade.
How large is a half dime?
15.5 millimeters
The diameter remained at 15.5 millimeters. Stars and drapery were added in 1838 and 1840, respectively, to the design elements beginning in 1840, however this was not an indication of any further changes in weight or metal purity for the half dime.
How much is a 1856 Seated Liberty half dime worth?
An 1856 Seated Half Dime in good condition may trade for about $10 per coin. An 1853-O edition with no arrows may trade for almost $1500 per coin.
When was the last seated half dime minted?
These coins were last minted in 1873 and the series does have its share of rare coins. Many of the coins produced in the 1860s are difficult to obtain and coins that were minted in New Orleans may also be desired. The value of a seated half dime can vary significantly depending on its condition, mint year and minting location.
What to do with a seated half dime?
If you have a Seated Half Dime that appears to be in excellent physical condition or is of a series that is considered rare, you may want to consider having your coin graded by a professional coin grading company such as PCGS or NGC.