Price Guide for 1877 Dime Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $13.00 – $198.00Uncirculated: $2.00 – $8,050.00
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eBayCirculated: $7.50 – $264.95Uncirculated: $91.00 – $1,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $12.00 – $185.00Uncirculated: $200.00 – $6,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $16.00 – $8,400.00Uncirculated: $1.10 – $22,325.00
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eBayCirculated: $6.25 – $338.00Uncirculated: $159.00 – $2,250.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 – $440.00Uncirculated: $465.00 – $22,500.00
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eBayUncirculated: $999.95
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $37.00 – $312.00Uncirculated: $1.00 – $20,700.00
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eBayCirculated: $11.61 – $362.00Uncirculated: $208.00 – $965.55
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $12.00 – $375.00Uncirculated: $400.00 – $25,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $277.00 – $360.00
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eBayCirculated: $215.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,560.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6,900.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $139.00Uncirculated: $329.00
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eBayUncirculated: $432.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $312.00Uncirculated: $1,440.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,112.50
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $322.00 – $546.00Uncirculated: $1.40 – $9,400.00
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eBayCirculated: $214.50Uncirculated: $293.00 – $2,707.49
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $325.00 – $425.00Uncirculated: $450.00 – $10,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,800.00 – $6,670.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $940.00 – $2,040.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $646.25 – $734.38
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $164.50Uncirculated: $6,900.00
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eBayCirculated: $295.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $9,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $399.50 – $7,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $650.00 – $10,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,380.00 – $2,173.75
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $3,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $930.00 – $4,680.00
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eBayUncirculated: $113.50 – $1,350.00
Design and Specifications of the 1877 Dime
The 1877 Seated Liberty Dime is part of the long-running Seated Liberty series, which began in 1837 and continued until 1891. This year saw relatively low mintages across all mints, making the 1877 dimes generally scarcer than those from many other years of the series.
The Seated Liberty design, featuring Lady Liberty seated on a rock, was a significant departure from earlier coin designs and became iconic in American numismatics.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
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| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint Marks | CC, S |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Seated Liberty, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
| Reverse Design | Wreath surrounding denomination, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1877 Seated Liberty Dimes. Due to their age and circulation, finding high-grade examples can be challenging. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are particularly valuable, with premium prices for those grading MS65 or higher.
For circulated coins, even small differences in grade can significantly affect value, especially for the rare Carson City mintage. The presence of original luster and absence of major marks or wear on high points like Liberty’s knee and breast are key factors in determining grade and value.
Mintage: 7,310,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 7,700
Rarity Scale: Very Rare
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Extremely rare in uncirculated condition
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples
Mintage: 2,340,000
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate to High, especially for high-grade examples
Toning can play a significant role in the desirability of 1877 Seated Liberty Dimes. Coins with attractive, natural toning often command a premium over untoned examples. This is especially true for the Philadelphia and San Francisco issues, where beautiful toning can elevate an otherwise common date.
The Carson City mintage is highly prized regardless of condition due to its extremely low mintage. For this mint, even heavily circulated examples are valuable, though well-preserved specimens can command extraordinary premiums.
As with many 19th-century coins, die varieties exist and can add value for specialist collectors. However, for the 1877 dime, these are generally less significant than overall rarity and condition in determining value.
