$5 FV Barber Silver Dimes

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

Coins in Good condition show heavy wear with most details worn flat. Fine condition coins display moderate wear with some details remaining. Extremely Fine coins have light wear on high points, while About Uncirculated coins show slight traces of wear. Mint State coins have no wear and retain original luster.

Collectible Varieties

• 1894-S Barber Dime: $1,000,000+

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.

• 1895-O Barber Dime: $300 - $1,500

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

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.

• Off-Center Strike: $50 - $500

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.

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$5 Bankroll Barber Silver Dimes Auctions

Listing (Seller)	Price
$5 Face - 90% Barber Silver Dimes AG/G (tdmwpmx)	$158.99
Roll of 50 $5 Face Value 90% Silver Barber Dimes AG/G+ Mixed Mint Full Dates (bigbearcoin)	$183.00

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