As of May, 2024, a 1866 Dime, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $800.00 and $13,500.00, 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 $10,800.00 in the 05/08/2022 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 17.90 millimeters
Weight: 2.48 grams
Mintage: 725
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dimes 1837-1891

1866 Dime, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-67+13,500.00
MS-6710,000.00
MS-66+8,000.00
MS-663,500.00
MS-65+2,500.00
MS-652,250.00
MS-64+1,500.00
MS-641,250.00
MS-63+1,100.00
MS-631,000.00
MS-62+950.00
MS-62900.00
MS-61850.00
MS-60800.00

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 State800.0013,500.003,435.71

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 1866 Liberty Seated 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1866 Dime (Regular Strike)650.003,350.003,500.009,250.00
1866-S Dime (Regular Strike)100.003,500.004,500.0019,000.00
1866 Dime (Proof)300.00650.00700.0025,000.00
1866 Dime, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A2,250.0017,500.00

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.

1866 Dime, Cam (Proof) – 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

$1,955.00

Lowest Sale Price
$4,600.00

Highest Sale Price
$2,817.90

Average Sale Price
$2,280.00

Most Recent Sale Price
22

Number of Sales
$61,993.90

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67+9,400.0010,800.0010,100.00
MS-673,220.004,993.753,951.75
MS-66+1,980.008,225.005,026.25
MS-661,955.004,600.002,817.90
MS-651,020.002,013.001,469.50
MS-64630.001,093.00860.82
MS-62411.00411.00411.00
MS-61411.00411.00411.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1866 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-61 to MS-67+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67+ having the highest max price $10,800.00.

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 1866 Dime, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1866 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 73.53% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Bowers & Merena with 10.29% / 7.35% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1866 Dime, CAM (Proof) 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
MS-66+NGCHeritage Auctions3,000.0005/07/2023
MS-66+NGCHeritage Auctions1,980.0012/18/2022
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers900.0009/21/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions810.0006/22/2022
MS-67+PCGSHeritage Auctions10,800.0005/08/2022
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,280.0001/06/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions630.0010/28/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions840.0010/07/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,980.0002/23/2020
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0001/12/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions750.0011/11/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions720.0010/14/2018
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,020.0007/15/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions900.0006/17/2018
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,040.0006/17/2018
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers2,400.0003/21/2018
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,220.0003/13/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions690.0001/03/2018
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,000.4001/03/2018
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers2,820.0009/04/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0006/08/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,055.0001/04/2017
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers2,585.0008/09/2016
MS-67NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions3,300.0006/28/2016
MS-67+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions9,400.0002/18/2016
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,937.5002/18/2016
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,760.0001/06/2016
MS-67NGCStack's Bowers4,993.7508/12/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5009/04/2014
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions8,225.0007/17/2014
MS-64PCGSScotsman948.7510/18/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions881.0006/05/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,294.0004/24/2013
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers882.0004/16/2013
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions411.0011/29/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions3,408.0010/18/2012
MS-61PCGSHeritage Auctions411.0010/18/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions920.0005/30/2012
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0004/18/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,530.0012/08/2011
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,553.0010/13/2011
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers1,380.0008/15/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions4,600.0008/11/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0008/11/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,875.0004/27/2011
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers2,875.0003/31/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0003/17/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,760.0012/02/2010
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,013.0008/11/2010
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions3,738.0008/11/2010
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,955.0001/06/2010
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena811.0011/13/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions863.0010/22/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions4,025.0010/22/2009
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena1,073.0008/05/2009
MS-65NGCBowers & Merena1,610.0006/01/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions920.0003/31/2008
MS-67NGCBowers & Merena4,485.0002/28/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0011/29/2007
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,955.0007/04/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0003/01/2007
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,300.0012/13/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,220.0002/23/2005
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena4,025.0012/04/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0011/07/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0007/26/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,265.0004/09/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,300.0006/27/2001