1792 Dime Pattern - J-9, Disme

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Description

The Judd-9 is the silver version of the 1792 Disme pattern, struck with a reeded edge. While the 1792 Disme was produced primarily in copper (approximately twenty examples survive), the silver strikings are profoundly rare, with three specimens traced (uspatterns.com). The coin was struck using the same dies as the copper J-10 and J-11 varieties: the obverse features Liberty with flowing hair facing left, inscribed "LIBERTY PARENT OF SCIENCE & INDUST." with the date 1792, while the reverse shows an eagle in flight with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "DISME" below. The silver composition aligns with the Coinage Act of 1792's specifications for silver coinage and indicates these pieces were struck as presentation examples to demonstrate the proposed denomination in its intended metal. Its owners have included Dr. J. Hewitt Judd and Donald G. Partrick. Reference data: struck in silver with a reeded edge, rated R-8. Catalogued as Judd-9, Pollock-10, A/W 1, Taxay EP24.

Rarity Notes

R-8 (USPatterns.com)

Cross References

Judd-9; Pollock-10; Adams-Woodin 1; Taxay EP24