1805 Draped Bust Dime - 4 Berries
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
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$149,500 MS67 07-23-2004 American Numismatic Rarities
Description
The 1805 Draped Bust Dime - 4 Berries was struck at the Philadelphia Mint as a dime in the Draped Bust Dimes 1796-1807 series. The U.S. Mint produced 120,780 examples, making this the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. The obverse features Liberty facing right with draped bust and ribbon-bound hair, designed after a Gilbert Stuart portrait and the reverse displays a small, naturalistic eagle perched on a palm branch within a wreath (1796-1797) or a heraldic eagle with shield on breast, olive branch and arrows in talons, with a banner reading E PLURIBUS UNUM (1798-1807). Multiple die varieties including the 4 Berries and 5 Berries reverse types. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $760 to $25K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 89.2% silver, 10.8% copper, weighing 2.7 grams, 19.8 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4477.
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