As of May, 2024, a 1878 Dime, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $650.00 and $8,000.00, 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 $5,606.00 in the 10/29/2008 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 17.90 millimeters
Weight: 2.50 grams
Mintage: 800
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dimes 1837-1891

1878 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-678,000.00
MS-66+5,250.00
MS-663,750.00
MS-65+2,000.00
MS-651,650.00
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 State650.008,000.002,130.77

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 1878 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1878 Dime (Regular Strike)20.00185.00200.0028,500.00
1878-CC Dime (Regular Strike)200.001,850.002,000.0042,500.00
1878 Dime (Proof)350.00425.00450.004,500.00
1878 Dime, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,000.004,500.00

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.

1878 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:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$840.00
Lowest Sale Price
$1,898.00
Highest Sale Price
$1,293.14
Average Sale Price
$840.00
Most Recent Sale Price
24
Number of Sales
$31,035.38
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-672,350.005,606.003,650.80
MS-66+1,380.004,080.002,730.00
MS-661,418.234,800.002,616.28
MS-65840.001,898.001,293.14
MS-64575.00969.38753.63
MS-63390.00644.00503.68
MS-62275.00546.00420.29

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1878 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $5,606.00.

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 1878 Dime, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1878 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 71.25% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Legend Rare Coin Auctions with 7.50% / 3.75% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1878 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-62PCGSHeritage Auctions420.0005/10/2023
MS-66+NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0002/12/2023
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,582.5007/28/2022
MS-64PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions616.8805/29/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions732.0003/10/2021
MS-66+PCGSStack's Bowers4,080.0012/21/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions600.0010/21/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,560.0004/26/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions4,800.0001/12/2020
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers840.0007/31/2019
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers504.0004/30/2019
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC550.0011/11/2018
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions900.0001/03/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions705.0002/16/2017
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions881.2502/04/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,057.5002/04/2016
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions646.2501/06/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions446.5001/06/2016
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,418.2301/06/2016
MS-64NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions969.3812/17/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,232.5008/16/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,057.5008/16/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,175.0007/12/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,821.2504/26/2015
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions423.0003/31/2015
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions387.7511/02/2014
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,145.6306/28/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions544.0304/23/2014
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions470.0003/21/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections747.0102/09/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5001/08/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections880.0012/29/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,350.0008/08/2013
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions823.0004/08/2013
MS-63PCGSGreat Collections644.0011/25/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,938.0010/18/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions716.0010/18/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,233.0008/02/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions4,600.0001/03/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0001/03/2012
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers748.0008/15/2011
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers1,610.0006/14/2011
MS-65NGCBowers & Merena1,898.0001/03/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0012/02/2010
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena782.0002/15/2010
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0001/06/2010
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,380.0009/11/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions805.0009/11/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0007/01/2009
MS-63PCGSSuperior Galleries552.0011/01/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions5,606.0010/29/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,369.0005/05/2008
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC621.0004/14/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,438.0003/06/2008
MS-62PCGSBowers & Merena275.0002/13/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0009/27/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions834.0005/01/2007
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions748.0003/20/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0002/01/2007
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions460.0010/24/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,121.0010/24/2006
MS-65NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,208.0006/21/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions633.0011/07/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0007/27/2005
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,496.0007/27/2005
MS-65NGCSuperior Galleries1,466.0005/29/2005
MS-67NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities2,760.0005/25/2005
MS-65PCGSScotsman1,466.0005/04/2005
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC920.0003/06/2005
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,265.0012/08/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,530.0012/08/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0011/04/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,208.0011/04/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions604.0005/05/2004
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions426.0009/01/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,265.0008/06/2003
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions575.0007/26/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions719.0003/20/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,265.0003/20/2002
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions390.0012/19/2001

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Last Updated on May 15, 2024 at 01:30 AM

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