$5 FV Barber Silver Dimes
$5 Bankroll Barber Silver Dimes Value
This silver coin contains 3.5750 troy ounces of bullion. Based on the metal content and weight, the intrinsic worth of one $5 Face - 90% Barber Silver Dimes is $172.74 based on today's silver spot price.
A $5 Bankroll Barber Silver Dimes may also have numismatic value depending on the condition, year of minting, rarity, mint mark, and other characteristics.
Current retail prices for $5 FV Barber Silver Dimes range from $176.00 to $176.00 from various online bullion dealers.
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Design and Specifications
The Barber Silver Dime, designed by Charles E. Barber, was minted from 1892 to 1916. It features the head of Liberty on the obverse and a wreath surrounding the denomination on the reverse.- Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
- Diameter: 17.9 mm
- Weight: 2.5 grams
Mint Marks and Varieties
Barber Dimes were minted at several locations, each indicated by a mint mark. The mint mark is located on the reverse, below the wreath.- No mint mark: Philadelphia Mint
- S: San Francisco Mint
- O: New Orleans Mint
- D: Denver Mint (only in 1916)
Various Grades and Values
| Condition | Value Range |
|---|---|
| Good (G) | $2 - $5 |
| Fine (F) | $5 - $10 |
| Extremely Fine (XF) | $15 - $30 |
| About Uncirculated (AU) | $40 - $60 |
| Brilliant Uncirculated (Mint State) | $100 and up |
Collectible Varieties
- 1894-S Barber Dime: $1,000,000+
- 1895-O Barber Dime: $300 - $1,500
The 1894-S is one of the rarest and most famous coins in U.S. numismatics. Only 24 were minted, with as few as 9 known to exist today. It is highly sought after by collectors.
The 1895-O has a low mintage of 440,000, making it a key date for collectors. High-grade examples carry a significant premium.
Error Coins
- Double Die Obverse: $100 - $1,000
- Off-Center Strike: $50 - $500
This error results from a misalignment during the striking process, causing a noticeable doubling of the design on the obverse. It is a desirable error for collectors.
These dimes were struck off-center, leading to part of the design missing from the coin. The degree of off-centering affects the value.
Melt Value
The melt value of a Barber Silver Dime is determined by its silver content. With a composition of 90% silver and a weight of 2.5 grams, each dime contains 2.25 grams of pure silver. To calculate the melt value, multiply the silver content by the current market price of silver per gram. For example, if silver is $0.80 per gram, the melt value is approximately $1.80 per dime. This calculation helps collectors and investors assess the intrinsic value of these coins, independent of their numismatic worth.
| Weight | 3.575 oz |
| Country | United States |
| Type | Silver Coin |
| Mint | US Mint |
| Purity | .900 fineness |
$5 FV Barber Silver Dimes Auctions
| Listing | Price |
| Roll of 50 $5 Face Value 90% Silver Barber Dimes AG/G+ Mixed Mint Full Dates (bigbearcoin) | $225.00 |
