As of May, 2024, a 1872 Dime, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $650.00 and $11,500.00, 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 $9,400.00 in the 04/04/2017 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: 950
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dimes 1837-1891

1872 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+11,500.00
MS-676,500.00
MS-66+3,750.00
MS-663,250.00
MS-65+2,750.00
MS-652,500.00
MS-64+1,250.00
MS-641,100.00
MS-63+950.00
MS-63850.00
MS-62+800.00
MS-62750.00
MS-61700.00
MS-60650.00

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 State650.0011,500.002,664.29

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 1872 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1872 Dime (Regular Strike)12.00235.00265.0017,500.00
1872-CC Dime (Regular Strike)900.00100,000.00165,000.00575,000.00
1872-S Dime (Regular Strike)50.001,750.002,500.0028,500.00
1872 Dime (Proof)350.00425.00450.002,500.00

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.

1872 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

$616.88

Lowest Sale Price
$1,575.00

Highest Sale Price
$843.63

Average Sale Price
$867.00

Most Recent Sale Price
15

Number of Sales
$12,654.38

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67+5,170.009,400.007,285.00
MS-672,530.005,280.004,183.75
MS-661,800.005,175.002,436.64
MS-651,086.882,760.001,550.65
MS-64+1,380.001,380.001,380.00
MS-64616.881,575.00843.63
MS-63426.00863.00641.75

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1872 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-63 to MS-67+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67+ having the highest max price $9,400.00.

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 1872 Dime, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1872 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 81.13% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Superior Galleries with 7.55% / 3.77% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1872 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-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,040.0005/07/2023
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC867.0009/11/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions5,280.0008/28/2022
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions630.0001/05/2022
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers690.0008/25/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions840.0010/21/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,400.0001/12/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions4,200.0004/29/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,920.0001/03/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions5,170.0008/02/2017
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions3,055.0004/26/2017
MS-67+PCGSHeritage Auctions9,400.0004/04/2017
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions4,230.0002/16/2017
MS-67+PCGSHeritage Auctions5,170.0009/07/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2506/08/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions616.8801/06/2016
MS-65NGCGoldberg Auctioneers1,086.8801/27/2015
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions4,700.0011/06/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0002/27/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0002/03/2014
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers646.2507/27/2013
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions764.0006/05/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,290.0003/21/2013
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0001/09/2013
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers588.0001/01/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions5,175.0005/30/2012
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers978.0008/15/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,013.0008/11/2011
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0009/22/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0001/06/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,575.0012/24/2008
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena2,070.0006/01/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,185.0001/09/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0011/29/2007
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,185.0009/27/2007
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,323.0002/19/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0010/24/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,955.0002/09/2006
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0011/02/2005
MS-67NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities2,530.0005/25/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0003/20/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0009/09/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0006/03/2004
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions426.0006/02/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,760.0005/05/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,910.0005/05/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,151.0011/07/2003
MS-66PCGSSuperior Galleries1,955.0009/14/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0005/01/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0003/03/2003
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,450.0001/08/2003
MS-66PCGSSuperior Galleries2,070.0006/02/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,800.0007/04/2001