Price Guide for 1899 Dime Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 1899 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.
1899 Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 - $462.00Uncirculated: $2.00 - $11,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $2.50 - $169.99Uncirculated: $26.00 - $3,250.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $6.00 - $195.00Uncirculated: $210.00 - $15,000.00
1899-O Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $19.00 - $489.00Uncirculated: $6.30 - $12,337.50
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eBayCirculated: $13.50 - $309.95Uncirculated: $470.00 - $2,120.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $7.00 - $410.00Uncirculated: $475.00 - $22,500.00
1899 Dime, DCAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2,115.00Uncirculated: $1,680.00 - $14,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,325.00 - $13,500.00
1899-S Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $7.00 - $688.00Uncirculated: $5.25 - $9,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $16.00 - $475.00Uncirculated: $243.30 - $1,325.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $7.00 - $365.00Uncirculated: $425.00 - $8,250.00
1899-S Dime, PL (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,800.00 - $7,200.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,750.00 - $12,500.00
1899 Dime (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $71.00 - $1,600.00Uncirculated: $2.10 - $16,450.00
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eBayUncirculated: $312.00 - $3,850.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $200.00 - $275.00Uncirculated: $345.00 - $25,000.00
1899-O Dime FS-501 RPM (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $115.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 - $510.00Uncirculated: $600.00 - $725.00
1899 Dime, CAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $881.25 - $5,640.00Uncirculated: $374.00 - $7,931.25
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eBayUncirculated: $426.09 - $3,300.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $375.00 - $22,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1899 Dime
The 1899 Dime, part of the Barber coinage series, was minted during a period of economic recovery following the Panic of 1893. This coin design, which replaced the long-running Seated Liberty motif, was named after its designer, Charles E. Barber, the Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint. The Barber dime series, introduced in 1892, represented a more modern and simplified design compared to its predecessor.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
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| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia), O (New Orleans), S (San Francisco) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Liberty Head (Barber), designed by Charles E. Barber |
| Reverse Design | Wreath with denomination, designed by Charles E. Barber |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of an 1899 Barber Dime significantly impacts its value. Coins in circulated conditions (Good to Very Fine) are relatively common and affordable. However, coins in Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated conditions become more valuable.
In Mint State grades, particularly MS65 and above, the 1899 Barber Dime becomes quite scarce and valuable, especially for the New Orleans and San Francisco issues. The presence of original luster and absence of significant contact marks greatly enhance the coin's desirability and value.
Mintage: 19,580,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 2,650,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for high-grade examples
Mintage: 1,867,493
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, particularly for well-preserved specimens
Strike quality is an important factor for Barber Dimes. Well-struck coins with full details, particularly on Liberty's head and the reverse wreath, command premium prices. Toning can also significantly affect value, with coins displaying attractive, natural toning often being more desirable to collectors.
The San Francisco issue is particularly valuable in high grades due to its lower mintage and status as a semi-key date. For all mint marks, prooflike surfaces on business strikes, while rare, can substantially increase a coin's value. Lastly, any major mint errors or die varieties, though not commonly noted for this year, would likely carry a significant premium if discovered.
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