As of May, 2024, a 1888 Dime, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $650.00 and $15,000.00, 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 $8,700.00 in the 04/29/2018 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

1888 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-6815,000.00
MS-67+8,500.00
MS-674,000.00
MS-66+3,500.00
MS-662,500.00
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 State650.0015,000.002,946.67

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 1888 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1888 Dime (Regular Strike)12.00185.00200.007,750.00
1888-S Dime (Regular Strike)12.00400.00500.0016,500.00
1888 Dime (Proof)350.00425.00450.005,500.00

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.

1888 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

$930.00

Lowest Sale Price
$4,313.00

Highest Sale Price
$1,845.18

Average Sale Price
$1,620.00

Most Recent Sale Price
26

Number of Sales
$47,974.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-686,900.006,900.006,900.00
MS-67+7,931.258,700.008,187.50
MS-672,300.003,995.003,193.33
MS-66+5,640.005,640.005,640.00
MS-66930.004,313.001,845.18
MS-65810.001,645.001,168.53
MS-64+721.20856.00788.60
MS-64552.001,121.00640.05

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1888 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67+ having the highest max price $8,700.00.

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 1888 Dime, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1888 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 76.39% share, followed by Legend Rare Coin Auctions / Scotsman with 12.50% / 2.78% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1888 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-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,620.0005/07/2023
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions5,640.0007/28/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions810.0002/03/2021
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions930.0010/18/2020
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions969.3810/08/2020
MS-64+PCGSScotsman856.0007/24/2020
MS-67+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions7,931.2501/30/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,212.0001/12/2020
MS-67NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,350.0012/12/2019
MS-67+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions7,931.2505/16/2019
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,020.0002/03/2019
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions576.0012/14/2018
MS-67PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions3,525.0011/15/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions600.0011/11/2018
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,360.0006/17/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions2,880.0006/17/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions576.0006/17/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions552.0006/17/2018
MS-67+PCGSHeritage Auctions8,700.0004/29/2018
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions721.2003/29/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,320.0002/22/2018
MS-66PCGSScotsman1,323.0011/03/2017
MS-64NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions605.0010/12/2017
MS-64NGCKagin's587.5009/15/2017
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,116.2508/10/2016
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,000.0007/19/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,057.5006/08/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions998.7501/06/2016
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions998.7501/06/2016
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,292.5012/03/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,199.6709/20/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,351.2508/16/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,410.0007/12/2015
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,233.7506/25/2015
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,995.0005/12/2015
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,645.0004/26/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0011/06/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,645.0001/08/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,763.0001/09/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,585.0008/02/2012
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,093.0005/31/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0002/02/2012
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions6,900.0001/03/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0010/13/2011
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers1,725.0003/31/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0001/05/2011
MS-66PCGSStack's4,313.0011/10/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,185.0003/24/2010
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,220.0003/24/2010
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0002/03/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions4,025.0001/06/2010
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,105.0007/31/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,121.0007/31/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,300.0001/01/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0012/04/2008
MS-66PCGSStack's3,220.0011/01/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,584.0009/01/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,335.0005/01/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,955.0009/13/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0003/02/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,610.0011/02/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0007/17/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions978.0006/02/2005
MS-67PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities3,910.0005/25/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0001/12/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,755.0012/22/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions604.0012/08/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0003/25/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions575.0011/05/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions604.0007/02/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,323.0006/25/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0010/22/2002