Price Guide for 1901 Dime Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1901 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.

1901 Dime (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $5.00 - $546.00
    Uncirculated: $2.00 - $3,450.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $1.29 - $175.00
    Uncirculated: $22.50 - $779.39
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $4.00 - $195.00
    Uncirculated: $210.00 - $9,250.00

1901-O Dime (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $8.00 - $500.00
    Uncirculated: $5.25 - $6,325.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $10.00 - $450.00
    Uncirculated: $325.00 - $1,533.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $4.00 - $625.00
    Uncirculated: $800.00 - $12,500.00

1901-S Dime (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $25.00 - $2,400.00
    Uncirculated: $11.25 - $25,850.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $33.89 - $1,395.00
    Uncirculated: $1,705.00 - $2,025.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $40.00 - $1,600.00
    Uncirculated: $1,750.00 - $35,000.00

1901-O Dime O/Horiz O FS-501 (010) (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $253.00
    Uncirculated: $940.00 - $4,230.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $157.05 - $321.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $32.00 - $775.00
    Uncirculated: $900.00 - $6,000.00

1901 Dime (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $127.00 - $1,380.00
    Uncirculated: $1.45 - $14,687.50
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $270.00 - $3,250.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $345.00 - $13,500.00

1901 Dime, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $444.00 - $21,150.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $439.00 - $670.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $375.00 - $23,500.00

1901 Dime, DCAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $8,225.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $6,000.00 - $25,000.00

Design and Specifications of the 1901 Dime

The 1901 Barber Dime was part of the Barber coinage series, which began in 1892 and continued until 1916. This series replaced the long-running Seated Liberty design and was named after its designer, Charles E. Barber, the Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint at the time. The Barber design was used on dimes, quarters, and half dollars, creating a unified look across these denominations.

Weight 2.5 grams
Diameter 17.9 mm
Mint Marks Philadelphia (no mint mark), New Orleans (O), San Francisco (S)
Composition 90% silver, 10% copper
Obverse Design Liberty Head (Barber), designed by Charles E. Barber
Reverse Design Wreath surrounding denomination, designed by Charles E. Barber

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of a 1901 Barber Dime significantly impacts its value. Circulated examples are relatively common and affordable, but the value increases dramatically for uncirculated specimens. Coins in MS65 or higher grades are scarce and highly sought after by collectors.

For the New Orleans and San Francisco mints, high-grade examples are particularly rare and valuable. The quality of the strike, presence of luster, and absence of significant marks or wear are crucial factors in determining the coin's grade and value.

Philadelphia, No Mint Mark

Mintage: 18,859,632

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

New Orleans, O

Mintage: 5,620,000

Rarity Scale: Uncommon

Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate to High, especially for high-grade examples

San Francisco, S

Mintage: 2,284,120

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

Toning can play a significant role in a 1901 Barber Dime's desirability. Coins with attractive, natural toning often command premiums over untoned examples. The strength of the mint mark (particularly for New Orleans and San Francisco issues) can also affect value, with boldly struck mint marks being more desirable.

For all mint locations, coins with full split bands on the reverse (clear separation in the horizontal bands of the fasces) are highly prized and can command significant premiums. Additionally, any coins with proof-like surfaces, while rare, would be especially valuable to collectors.

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