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Bust dimes represent the first iteration of the ten-cent coin, which debuted in 1796. The Draped Bust design is often credited to Gilbert Stuart and was struck from 1796 through 1807.
Obverse Description
Liberty is portrayed with a so-called "draped bust," facing right, with her hair tied back with a ribbon. She is flanked by stars on the left and right periphery with the word LIBERTY on top, and the date positioned at the bottom.
Reverse Description
The centerpiece of the reverse is the so-called "heraldic eagle" with wings fully spread and emblazoned with a shield replacing the chest. A ribbon bearing the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM hangs from the beak. The eagles right talon holds bundle of arrows and an olive branch in the right. Above the eagle's head are a group of stars and clouds with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA at the top periphery. No denomination is mentioned.
Catalog Information
GSID:
3965
Designer:
Robert Scot
Obverse Designer:
Robert Scot
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1803
Reverse Designer:
Robert Scot
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Fineness:
0.8924
Weight (gr):
2.7 gr
Weight (oz):
0.0868 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0775 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
19
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1803
Denomination:
10c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
33,040
Coinage Type:
Draped bust dime
Coinage Years:
1798-1807
Composition:
89% silver; 11% copper
Rarity:
4
PCGS #:
4473
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1803 10c MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS64 |
|
$259,000 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $216,000 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| P1 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| P1 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
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Worth: $275 – $120,000
1798/97 10c 16 Stars Reverse MS
Worth: $1,000 – $100,800
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Worth: $1,900 – $216,000
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Worth: $750 – $90,000
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Worth: $1,200 – $300,000
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Worth: $550 – $210,000
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1803 Draped Bust Dime. JR-3. Rarity-4. Good-6 (PCGS).
$1,830
1803 Draped Bust Dime. JR-3. Rarity-4. Fine-15 (PCGS).
$3,360
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, XF40 PCGS. ...
$5,368
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, MS61 NGC. ...
$25,620
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, Fine 12 NGC. Ex: Hilt Collection. CDN: $2,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS Fine 12. Mintage 33,040.Ex: R...
$2,220
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, VF20 PCGS....
$3,840
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, VF30 PCGS....
$5,520
1803 10C JR-4, R.5, VG8 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (0/0). Mintage 33,040....
$2,400
1803 Draped Bust Dime. JR-4. Rarity-5. VF Details--Cleaned (PCGS).
$2,640
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, MS64 PCGS. CAC....
$216,000
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, Poor 1 PCGS. PCGS Population: (5/91 and 0/1+). Mintage 33,040....
$504
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, Fair 2 PCGS. CAC. Mintage 33,040....
$600
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, AG3 NGC. NGC Census: (4/6). PCGS Population: (0/3). CDN: $600 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AG3 . Mintage 33,...
$630
1803 10c PCGS VG-10
$1,700
1803 10C -- Bent, Cleaned, Damaged -- ANACS. VG Details Net Good 4. Mintage 33,040. ...
$720
1803 10C JR-3, R.4, AU50 PCGS. Deep russet-gray toning blankets this lightly circulated and virtually unabraded early dime....
$5,040
1803 10C JR-4, R.5, AU58 NGC. ...
$22,200
1803 10C JR-4, R.5, VF25 NGC. The 1803 Draped Bust dime is elusive overall compared to most other dates of this type. The M...
$2,880
1803 10C JR-2, R.6, AU53 PCGS. CAC. ...
$19,200
1803 10C JR-2, R.6 -- Cleaned -- ANACS. AU55 Details. ...
$17,625
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