1863 Dime Patterns

About This Coin

The 1863 Dime Patterns is a United States cent from the Civil War Patterns (1860-1865) series — 4th of 6 years in the series. In 1863, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint. The obverse features experimental designs reflecting wartime themes including patriotic motifs and alternative compositions and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Produced during the Civil War, when coin hoarding caused severe shortages and the Mint experimented with new compositions to keep coins in circulation. A notable auction result reached $19K in PR65BN grade at Legend Rare Coin Auctions. Designed by James Barton Longacre and other Mint engravers.