Price Guide for 1913 Dime Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 1913 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.
1913 Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $8.00 - $89.00Uncirculated: $2.25 - $7,343.75
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eBayCirculated: $2.25 - $329.99Uncirculated: $53.77 - $900.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $3.00 - $195.00Uncirculated: $210.00 - $6,750.00
1913-S Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $23.00 - $1,320.00Uncirculated: $5.25 - $10,925.00
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eBayCirculated: $14.27 - $1,590.00Uncirculated: $776.13 - $1,975.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 - $1,250.00Uncirculated: $1,300.00 - $12,000.00
1913 Dime (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1.40 - $37,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $225.00 - $299.95Uncirculated: $316.00 - $949.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $345.00 - $30,000.00
1913 Dime, CAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $403.00 - $8,518.75
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eBayUncirculated: $700.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $375.00 - $22,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1913 Dime
The 1913 Barber Dime was part of the Barber coinage series, which began in 1892 and continued until 1916. Charles E. Barber, the Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint, designed this coin. The Barber Dime was a staple of American commerce in the early 20th century, circulating widely during a period of significant economic growth and industrialization in the United States.
Weight | 2.5 grams |
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Diameter | 17.9 mm |
Mint Marks | D, P, S |
Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
Obverse Design | Liberty Head (Barber), designed by Charles E. Barber |
Reverse Design | Wreath enclosing denomination, designed by Charles E. Barber |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in determining the value of 1913 Barber Dimes. While these coins are generally common in circulated grades, they become increasingly scarce and valuable in higher mint state conditions.
Coins in MS65 or above are particularly desirable and command significant premiums. The strike quality, which can vary among different mint locations, is an important factor. Well-struck coins with full details are more valuable.
Original luster is highly prized in uncirculated specimens, while attractive, natural toning can also enhance a coin's appeal and value to collectors.
Mintage: 19,760,000
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: 5,029,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 6,101,000
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
Mint mark can influence value, with Denver-minted coins often commanding a slight premium due to lower mintage. The Philadelphia issue, despite its higher mintage, can be challenging to find in top grades due to less careful handling at the time of production.
Die varieties, while not common for this year, can add interest and value. Collectors should look for repunched mint marks or doubled die varieties, which, if discovered, could significantly increase a coin's value.
The historical significance of the Barber series and its representation of early 20th-century America adds to its appeal among collectors and historians alike.
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