1838 Dime Value: Mint Varieties, Rarity, and Current Prices

Price Guide for 1838 Dime Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1838 Dime variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.

1838 Dime No Drapery, Large Stars (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $25.00 - $1,615.00

  Uncirculated: $1.60 - $43,125.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $21.50 - $665.01

  Uncirculated: $214.00 - $1,350.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $15.00 - $700.00

  Uncirculated: $750.00 - $50,000.00

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1838-O Dime (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $2.00 - $3,526.18

  Uncirculated: $1,725.00 - $37,600.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $29.00 - $2,450.00

  Uncirculated: $8,275.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $75.00 - $3,500.00

  Uncirculated: $4,500.00 - $45,000.00

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1838-O Dime Fortin-101, RPM (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $150.00 - $646.25

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1838-O Dime Fortin-101a (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $1,170.00

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1838-O Dime Fortin-102, Huge O (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $100.00 - $3,120.00

  Uncirculated: $6,462.50 - $15,600.00

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1838 Dime No Drapery, Large Stars F-103 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $3,960.00

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1838 Dime F-104 No Drapery Large Stars (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $920.00

  Uncirculated: $1,320.00 - $40,800.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $340.00

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1838 Dime No Drapery, Large Stars F-106 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $1,175.00

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1838 Dime Partial Drapery, F-108a (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $264.00 - $336.00

  Uncirculated: $381.88 - $4,935.00

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1838 Dime No Drapery, Large Stars F-111 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $1,610.00 - $4,560.00

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1838 Dime No Drapery, Large Stars F-111a (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $152.75

  Uncirculated: $3,960.00 - $9,987.50
• eBay

  Circulated: $135.70

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1838 Dime No Drapery, Large Stars F-112 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $11,162.50

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1838 Dime No Drapery, Large Stars F-113 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $95.18 - $725.00

  Uncirculated: $384.00 - $4,817.50
• eBay

  Circulated: $203.70

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1838 Dime No Drapery, Large Stars F-114 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $2,043.60

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1838 Dime DDR FS-801, F-101a No Drapery, Small Stars (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $156.00 - $492.00

  Uncirculated: $810.00 - $940.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $359.99

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1838 Dime Partial Drapery, F-109 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $240.00

  Uncirculated: $1,740.00

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1838 Dime DDR FS-801, F-101 No Drapery Small Stars (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $110.00 - $492.00

  Uncirculated: $1,762.50 - $10,575.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $425.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $275.00 - $550.00

  Uncirculated: $3,000.00 - $11,500.00

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1838 Dime DDR FS-802 No Drapery Large Stars (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $115.00 - $150.00

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1838 Dime No Drapery, Small Stars (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $60.00 - $748.00

  Uncirculated: $470.00 - $29,900.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $67.50 - $299.00

  Uncirculated: $500.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $30.00 - $1,000.00

  Uncirculated: $1,100.00 - $15,000.00

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1838 Dime Partial Drapery (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $35.00 - $880.00

  Uncirculated: $38.00 - $28,800.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $35.00 - $429.99

  Uncirculated: $2,091.00 - $4,150.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $30.00 - $1,100.00

  Uncirculated: $1,250.00 - $32,500.00

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1838 Dime No Drapery, CAM (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Uncirculated: $161,000.00 - $164,500.00

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Design and Specifications of the 1838 Dime

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of 1838 Dimes significantly impacts their value. As first-year issues, many were saved, but high-grade examples remain scarce. Coins in Mint State are particularly valuable, with those grading MS65 or higher commanding substantial premiums.

Strike quality is crucial, as many 1838 dimes show weakness in certain areas, particularly on Liberty's head and the stars. Well-struck examples with full details are highly sought after. Original luster and attractive natural toning can also greatly enhance the coin's desirability and value.

Several factors can affect the value of 1838 Dimes:

1. Mint mark: New Orleans (O) mint dimes are generally rarer and more valuable than Philadelphia issues.

2. Varieties: The Large Stars and Small Stars varieties for Philadelphia issues can command different premiums, with Large Stars being scarcer.

3. Historical significance: As the first year of the Seated Liberty design and the first New Orleans Mint dime, these coins hold special appeal for collectors of early American coinage.

4. Preservation: Due to their age and historical importance, well-preserved examples with minimal wear and no damage are highly prized.