As of May, 2024, a 1797 Dime JR-1 16 Stars in circulated condition is worth between $2,250.00 and $32,500.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $35,000.00 and $275,000.00, 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 $41,125.00 in the 10/27/2014 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: 25,261
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 89.2% Silver, 10.8% Copper
Series: Draped Bust Dimes 1796-1807

1797 Dime Jr-1 16 Stars (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-66275,000.00
MS-65+175,000.00
MS-65150,000.00
MS-64+100,000.00
MS-6485,000.00
MS-63+65,000.00
MS-6360,000.00
MS-62+50,000.00
MS-6245,000.00
MS-6140,000.00
MS-6035,000.00
AU-58+32,500.00
AU-5830,000.00
AU-55+28,500.00
AU-5527,500.00
AU-53+23,500.00
AU-5322,500.00
AU-50+21,000.00
AU-5020,000.00
XF-45+17,500.00
XF-4515,000.00
XF-4012,500.00
VF-3511,000.00
VF-3010,000.00
VF-259,000.00
VF-208,000.00
F-157,500.00
F-127,000.00
VG-106,500.00
VG-85,500.00
G-65,000.00
G-44,500.00
AG-33,250.00
FR-23,000.00
PO-12,250.00

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 State35,000.00275,000.0098,181.82
About Uncirculated20,000.0032,500.0025,687.50
Extremely Fine12,500.0017,500.0015,000.00
Fine and Very Fine7,000.0011,000.008,750.00
Good and Very Good4,500.006,500.005,375.00
Poor, Fair, and About Good2,250.003,250.002,833.33

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 1797 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1797 Dime 16 Stars (Regular Strike)2,500.0032,500.0035,000.00275,000.00
1797 Dime 13 Stars (Regular Strike)2,500.0050,000.0065,000.00225,000.00
1797 Dime JR-2 13 Stars (Regular Strike)2,500.0050,000.0060,000.00225,000.00

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.

1797 Dime Jr-1 16 Stars (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

$5,750.00

Lowest Sale Price
$9,200.00

Highest Sale Price
$6,699.50

Average Sale Price
$5,760.00

Most Recent Sale Price
5

Number of Sales
$33,497.50

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6335,250.0035,250.0035,250.00
MS-6231,725.0041,125.0036,425.00
MS-6128,200.0028,200.0028,200.00
AU-5824,675.0024,675.0024,675.00
AU-5515,275.0020,400.0017,837.50
XF-4512,925.0012,925.0012,925.00
XF-405,750.009,200.006,699.50
VF-357,475.009,600.008,537.50
VF-305,520.006,900.006,008.75
VF-255,405.005,405.005,405.00
VF-201,680.003,480.002,580.00
F-152,400.007,050.004,190.00
F-124,025.004,935.004,426.67
VG-104,582.504,582.504,582.50
VG-82,760.004,553.133,808.54
G-42,232.502,232.502,232.50
AG-31,610.001,610.001,610.00
FR-2881.00881.00881.00
PO-12,115.004,935.003,525.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1797 Dime JR-1 16 Stars (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-63. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-62 having the highest max price $41,125.00.

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 1797 Dime JR-1 16 Stars (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1797 Dime JR-1 16 Stars (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 70.27% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / American Numismatic Rarities with 16.22% / 5.41% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1797 Dime JR-1 16 Stars (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
VF-35NGCHeritage Auctions9,600.0007/17/2022
VF-20NGCHeritage Auctions1,680.0003/14/2022
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions5,520.0002/27/2022
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions6,900.0001/16/2022
F-15ANACSHeritage Auctions2,400.0004/25/2021
VG-8NGCHeritage Auctions2,760.0001/29/2021
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions3,480.0001/24/2021
XF-40NGCHeritage Auctions5,760.0011/22/2020
F-12PCGSStack's Bowers4,320.0006/21/2018
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions3,120.0001/03/2018
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions20,400.0011/01/2017
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers35,250.0008/01/2017
AU-58PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions24,675.0012/15/2016
PO-1NGCHeritage Auctions2,115.0008/10/2016
MS-61PCGSStack's Bowers28,200.0008/09/2016
VG-10NGCHeritage Auctions4,582.5006/08/2016
FR-2PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers881.0002/01/2016
F-12NGCHeritage Auctions4,935.0001/06/2016
PO-1NGCHeritage Auctions4,935.0001/06/2016
VF-25NGCHeritage Auctions5,405.0010/29/2015
VG-8PCGSHeritage Auctions4,112.5004/26/2015
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions15,275.0004/26/2015
G-4PCGSHeritage Auctions2,232.5004/26/2015
XF-45NGCStack's Bowers12,925.0003/27/2015
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions31,725.0012/04/2014
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions41,125.0010/27/2014
VG-8NGCHeritage Auctions4,553.1310/08/2014
XF-40NGCHeritage Auctions6,462.5002/27/2014
F-15PCGSStack's Bowers7,050.0007/27/2013
F-12ANACSHeritage Auctions4,025.0007/07/2011
AG-3ANACSStack's Bowers1,610.0003/31/2011
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions5,750.0009/22/2010
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0008/11/2010
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions5,865.0001/09/2008
XF-40NGCGoldberg Auctioneers6,325.0005/29/2007
XF-40PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities9,200.0011/30/2004
XF-40NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities5,750.0011/30/2004