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1803 10c JR-5 MS

Greysheet & CPG® Values
Melt Value (Silver): 0.0775 oz +13.77%
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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: 213032
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
Variety: JR-5
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: 7
PCGS #: 404859
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