1820 Capped Bust Dime - Large 0
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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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$74,750 MS68 01-09-2005 Bowers & Merena
Description
The 1820 Capped Bust Dime - Large 0 is a dime produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Capped Bust Dimes 1809-1837 series. With a mintage of 942,587, this is a less common issue — ranked 2nd of 4 mint variants by mintage, with 29% of production. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a mob cap or turban and the reverse displays a heraldic eagle with shield on breast, olive branch and arrows in talons, with a banner reading E PLURIBUS UNUM. Several die varieties exist. The Capped Bust Dime remained a Philadelphia-only issue throughout the series. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $222 to $9.3K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 89.2% silver, 10.8% copper, weighing 2.7 grams, 19 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4492.
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