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Obverse Description
Lady Liberty is seated on a rock, holding a staff, and bearing a shield with the word LIBERTY on a flowing ribbon. The date appears at the bottom center.
Reverse Description
The words HALF DIME are centered and surrounded by a wreath tied by ribbon and bow at the bottom with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the periphery. Mint mark, if any, appears at bottom center under the bow.
Book Reference
Designer: Christian Gobrecht. Weight: 1.34 grams. Composition: .900 silver, .100 copper. Diameter: 15.5 mm. Edge: Reeded. Mints: Philadelphia, New Orleans.
Key to Collecting: The Liberty Seated design without obverse stars was used in the half dime and dime series only at the Philadelphia Mint in 1837 and the New Orleans Mint in 1838 (1838-O). Liberty has no drapery at her elbow. These coins are very attractive, and the starless obverse gives them a cameo-like appearance. Circulated coins are plentiful in the context of the era. All grades are available, with EF and AU examples being scarcer than lower grades. Enough Mint State pieces are available, so that finding one will be no problem. Two thousand or more exist, most of which are lustrous and quite attractive, a field of opportunity wider than for the related dimes. Nearly all are dated 1837.
Aspects of Striking and Appearance: Usually seen well struck, except for the denticles, which are often mushy. Points to check include the denticles on obverse and reverse and the highest parts of the Liberty Seated figure and the leaves.
Proof Coins: It is likely that at least several dozen Proofs were made of the 1837 half dime, although perhaps more were made of the related dime. Today, attractive examples exist and are rare. Nearly all I have seen called Proofs are, indeed, Proofs. If you aspire to acquire one, select an example with deep mirror surfaces.
Catalog Information
GSID:
72444
Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, [Date]
Reverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, HALF, DIME
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
1.34 gr
Weight (oz):
0.0388 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0388 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
15.5
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
No Stars
Variety 2:
1837-1838
Coin Date:
Seated Liberty Half Dime
Denomination:
H10c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Seated Liberty half dime
Coinage Years:
1837-1838
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
4310
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Coin Value History
Seated Liberty Half Dime H10c No Stars, 1837-1838 MS [Type]
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Seated Liberty Half Dime H10c No Stars, 1837-1838 MS [Type]
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$65,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $54,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
1837 H10c No Stars, Large Date MS
Worth: $26 – $54,000
1837 H10c No Stars, Small Date MS
Worth: $26 – $64,000
1838-O H10c No Stars MS
Worth: $100 – $47,000
Seated Liberty Half Dime H10c No Drapery, 1838-1840 MS [Type]
![Seated Liberty Half Dime H10c No Drapery, 1838-1840 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_132030_27117-0.20200716075727935.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $20 – $38,000
1838 H10c No Drapery, Large Stars MS
Worth: $20 – $38,000
1838 H10c No Drapery, Small Stars MS
Worth: $25 – $5,500
1839 H10c No Drapery MS
Worth: $20 – $38,000
1839-O H10c No Drapery MS
Worth: $22 – $26,400
1840 H10c No Drapery MS
Worth: $20 – $38,000
1840-O H10c No Drapery MS
Worth: $65 – $21,600
Seated Liberty Half Dime H10c Stars Obverse, 1840-1859 MS [Type]
![Seated Liberty Half Dime H10c Stars Obverse, 1840-1859 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20200723/ha_com_1279_3036-0.20200723234918350.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $18 – $14,400
1840 H10c Drapery MS
Worth: $22 – $20,000
1840-O H10c Drapery MS
Worth: $45 – $30,000
1841 H10c MS
Worth: $18 – $4,800
1841-O H10c MS
Worth: $40 – $18,000
1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population: 63 in 45, 438 finer (1/26). CDN: $310 Whsle. Bid f...
$354
1837 H10C Seated, No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) AU50 PCGS. PCGS Population: 51 in 50, 758 finer (12/25). CDN: $430 Whsl...
$488
1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) MS65 PCGS. CAC. ...
$3,660
1837 H10C No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: 98 in 62, 416 finer (11/25). CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid f...
$900
1837 H10C No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1), VF30 ANACS. Mintage 1,405,000....
$204
1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (66/57). ...
$2,520
1838-O H10C No Stars VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population: (8/75). Mintage 70,000. ...
$1,020
1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: (35/332). ...
$528
1837 H10C No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) MS66 NGC....
$4,080
1837 H10C No Stars, Repunch Date (Curl Top 1) MS61 ANACS. Mintage 1,405,000....
$660
1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population: (60/270)....
$750
1838-O H10C No Stars VG10 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (1/25). Mintage 70,000. ...
$690
1837 H10C No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) MS63 PCGS. This piece is housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. Mintage...
$1,320
1837 H10C Seated, No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) XF40 NGC. NGC Census: (30/1095). Mintage 1,405,000....
$264
1837 H10C Seated, No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) VF25 NGC. NGC Census: (14/1168). Mintage 1,405,000....
$198
1837 H10C No Stars, Small Date (Flat Top 1) MS67 CACG....
$14,400
1838-O H10C No Stars Fine 15 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (4/81). NGC Census: (2/43). CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS Fine...
$900
1838-O H10C No Stars -- Damaged, Cleaned -- ANACS Details. VG8. Mintage 70,000. ...
$104
1837 H10C No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) MS60 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (15/515). NGC Census: (5/733). CDN: $600 Whsle...
$840
1837 H10C No Stars, Large Date (Curl Top 1) AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (92/530). NGC Census: (130/738). CDN: $540 Whsle. B...
$600
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