1796 to 1837 Draped Bust and Capped Bust Dimes

A Draped Bust and Capped Bust Dime is a coin issued by the United States Mint with a denomination of one tenth of a United States dollar, or ten cents. The Draped Bust Dime was produced from 1796 to 1807 and was the work of then-Chief Engraver Robert Scot. The Draped Bust design was succeeded by John Reich's Capped Bust Dime from 1809 to 1837.

The best place to purchase Draped Bust and Capped Bust Dime is at eBay. Most of these coins are expensive in the better grades and rare years especially the Draped Bust Dimes. However, if you just want one or two for your collection look for Capped Bust Dimes dated 1814-1837 in the grades of about good, good and very good or better. You should be able to find a nice Capped Bust Dime specimen for your collection in the $30.00 or less range.