As of May, 2024, a 1796 Dime JR-4 in circulated condition is worth between $4,000.00 and $11,000.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued at up to $325,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $299,000.00 in the 07/30/2008 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Robert Scot
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 19.80 millimeters
Weight: 2.70 grams
Mintage: 22,135
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 89.2% Silver, 10.8% Copper
Series: Draped Bust Dimes 1796-1807

1796 Dime Jr-4 (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-66+325,000.00
VF-3011,000.00
VF-2510,000.00
F-159,000.00
AG-34,000.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State325,000.00325,000.00325,000.00
Fine and Very Fine9,000.0011,000.0010,000.00
Poor, Fair, and About Good4,000.004,000.004,000.00

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1796 Draped Bust Dime. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1796 Dime (Regular Strike)2,000.0027,500.0030,000.001,250,000.00
1796 Dime JR-1 (Regular Strike)2,000.0027,500.0030,000.001,100,000.00
1796 Dime JR-2 (Regular Strike)3,250.0015,000.00225,000.00225,000.00
1796 Dime JR-3 (Regular Strike)9,000.009,000.00N/AN/A
1796 Dime JR-5 (Regular Strike)6,500.0035,000.0075,000.0075,000.00
1796 Dime JR-6 (Regular Strike)2,000.0027,500.0030,000.0075,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1796 Dime Jr-4 (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$12,000.00

Lowest Sale Price
$17,250.00

Highest Sale Price
$13,803.75

Average Sale Price
$13,200.00

Most Recent Sale Price
4

Number of Sales
$55,215.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67253,000.00299,000.00276,000.00
MS-66+235,000.00293,750.00272,250.00
MS-6669,000.00129,250.0093,491.67
MS-65+57,500.0076,375.0068,125.00
MS-6330,550.0045,825.0037,225.00
MS-6124,725.0024,725.0024,725.00
AU-5817,000.0017,000.0017,000.00
AU-5311,500.0021,150.0016,887.50
AU-5012,000.0017,250.0013,803.75
XF-459,000.0013,800.0012,104.17
VF-356,900.006,900.006,900.00
VF-305,520.005,875.005,697.50
VF-202,357.053,525.002,941.03
F-155,875.007,344.006,609.50
F-125,520.007,637.506,578.75
VG-103,738.003,960.003,869.33
G-42,467.502,467.502,467.50
AG-31,440.001,440.001,440.00
FR-21,080.001,080.001,080.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1796 Dime JR-4 (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from FR-2 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $299,000.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1796 Dime JR-4 (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1796 Dime JR-4 (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 69.77% share, followed by Stack's / Stack's Bowers with 13.95% / 9.30% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1796 Dime JR-4 (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
F-12NGCHeritage Auctions5,520.0001/16/2022
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions13,200.0008/22/2021
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions40,800.0006/20/2021
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions288,000.0001/24/2021
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions293,750.0010/08/2020
VG-10NGCHeritage Auctions3,960.0004/26/2020
FR-2PCGSHeritage Auctions1,080.0001/12/2020
AG-3PCGSHeritage Auctions1,440.0004/28/2019
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions5,520.0001/14/2019
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions9,000.0001/14/2019
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers31,725.0002/19/2018
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions5,875.0001/04/2017
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions70,500.0002/04/2016
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions13,512.5006/07/2015
MS-66+PCGSStack's Bowers235,000.0005/19/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions129,250.0005/12/2015
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions76,375.0004/26/2015
F-12NGCHeritage Auctions7,637.5004/26/2015
AU-53PCGSStack's Bowers18,800.0008/06/2014
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0008/05/2014
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers45,825.0006/02/2014
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions21,150.0002/27/2014
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions5,875.0001/08/2014
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions7,344.0009/25/2013
VF-20NGCStack's Bowers2,357.0507/27/2013
G-4PCGSStack's Bowers2,467.5007/27/2013
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions30,550.0003/21/2013
AU-58PCGSStack's17,000.0007/01/2009
AU-50PCGSStack's12,765.0007/01/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions253,000.0004/01/2009
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions57,500.0004/01/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions69,000.0004/01/2009
VF-35NGCHeritage Auctions6,900.0002/01/2009
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions16,100.0001/01/2009
XF-45PCGSStack's13,800.0010/01/2008
AU-50PCGSStack's17,250.0010/01/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions299,000.0007/30/2008
AU-50PCGSStack's12,000.0011/13/2007
MS-61PCGSStack's24,725.0005/01/2007
VG-10PCGSHeritage Auctions3,738.0005/01/2007
AU-53ANACSHeritage Auctions11,500.0001/01/2007
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions82,225.0001/05/2006
VG-10PCGSHeritage Auctions3,910.0008/18/2004