1875 Liberty Seated Silver Dime — Philadelphia Mint

1875 Liberty Seated Silver Dime — Philadelphia Mint

Own a classic piece of 19th-century American numismatic history with this 1875 Liberty Seated Silver Dime, struck at the Philadelphia Mint during the Reconstruction era.

The Liberty Seated Dime was produced from 1837 through 1891 and remains one of the most recognizable designs in classic United States silver coinage. Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the series circulated through decades of significant American history, including westward expansion, the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the nation's rapid industrial development.

The obverse features Lady Liberty seated upon a rock, holding a shield inscribed LIBERTY and a staff topped with a Phrygian cap. Thirteen stars surround the design, representing the original American colonies, with the date 1875 positioned beneath Liberty.

The reverse displays the denomination ONE DIME within a decorative wreath composed of agricultural elements, surrounded by the inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.

The 1875 issue belongs to the Legend Obverse, Wreath Reverse design period, which was introduced in 1860 and continued through the end of the Liberty Seated Dime series in 1891. This design features the national inscription on the obverse rather than the reverse, distinguishing it from earlier Liberty Seated Dimes.

Struck in 90% silver, the 1875 Liberty Seated Dime combines precious-metal content, classic American artistry, and the enduring appeal of historic United States coinage.

Whether collected as part of a complete Liberty Seated Dime series, a 19th-century silver coin collection, or a broader American numismatic type set, this historic dime offers a tangible connection to the nation's past.

Product Details

• Denomination: Dime ($0.10 USD)

• Year: 1875

• Mint: Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)

• Series: Liberty Seated Dime (1837–1891)

• Type: Legend Obverse, Wreath Reverse

• Original Mintage: 10,350,000 business strikes

• Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

• Weight: 2.50 grams

• Diameter: 17.9 mm

• Actual Silver Weight (ASW): 0.0723 Troy Ounces

• Designer: Christian Gobrecht

• Obverse: Seated Liberty holding a shield and liberty pole, surrounded by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

• Reverse: ONE DIME within a decorative wreath

• Edge: Reeded

• Condition: See product photographs for the exact coin offered

• Quantity: One individual coin

Please Note: This listing is for one specific 1875 Liberty Seated Dime. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.