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1794 to 1873 Half Dimes
The
Half Dime is a silver coin, valued at five cents, formerly minted in the United States.
The denomination was one of the original coins first authorized in 1792, and production began in 1794.
These coins were much smaller than dimes, in diameter and thickness.
With the introduction of the copper-nickel five-cent pieces half dimes were discontinued in 1873.
The following types of half dimes were produced by the United States Mint:
Flowing Hair Half Dime, 1794-1795
Draped Bust Half Dime (Small Eagle Reverse), 1796-1797
Draped Bust Half Dime (Heraldic Eagle Reverse), 1800-1805
Capped Bust Half Dime, 1829-1837
Seated Liberty Half Dime (various subtypes), 1837-1873
1831 Capped Bust Half Dime
This 1854 Seated Liberty Half Dime recently sold on eBay for only $13.38
Half Dimes Early (1792-1837)
Half Dimes Seated (1837-1873)
The best place to purchase
Half Dimes is at eBay. Most of these coins are expensive in the better grades and rare years. However, if you just want one or two for your collection look for Capped Bust Half Dimes dated 1929-1937 in the grades of about good, good and very good or better. You should be able to find a nice specimen for your collection in the $25.00 or less range. Many of the Seated Liberty Half Dimes can be purchased for $20.00 or less.
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