1900-S Barber Dime
The 1900-S Barber Dime had a total mintage of over 5.1 million coins struck at the San Francisco Mint. This coin features the ‘S’ mint mark on the bottom of the reverse of the coin. San Francisco minted coins are more sought after than some of the other mints and are worth the effort to locate this coin. It has a higher mintage than some of the previous years, making it more plentiful in many circulated and uncirculated Mint State grades.
History of the 1900-S Barber Dime
The 1900-S Barber Dime is a popular and plentiful coin that is worth the effort to cherrypick and find well-struck and with attractive toning and surfaces. The Barber Dime is part of the Barber coinage era. Charles Barber also designed the Barber Quarter and the Barber Half Dollar. The design on this coin features a right facing profile of Lady Liberty on the obverse wearing an olive branch crown with a ribbon, and a headband with “LIBERTY” inscribed on it. The reverse of the coin features a wreath of corn, oak and maple leaves, and wheat, and frames the word One Dime.
1900-S Barber Dime Value
The 1900-S Barber Dime value reaches upwards $15,000 for some of the higher grades available on the market. It can be difficult to find this coin in the highest Mint State grades, and will command a premium if located. There are enough of this coin to choose carefully for your ideal coin. The 1900-S Barber Dime would make an excellent addition to any Barber Dime series collection.
Type of coin: Dime
Year: 1900-S Barber Dime
Barber Dime Mint Mark: San Francisco
Total mintage: 5,168,270
Metal content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Face value: Ten Cents
Weight: 2.50 grams
Edge: Reeded
Designer: Charles E. Barber
Diameter: 17.90 millimeters