1914-S Barber Dime
The 1914-S Barber Dime had a total mintage of 2.1 million coins struck at the San Francisco Mint. This was a larger mintage than the previous year by almost 2 million, and is about average for the San Francisco minted Barber Dimes. This coin is relatively easy to find in circulated and Mint State condition, with the majority landing somewhere around MS63 and MS64. It becomes a condition rarity around MS67, and will command a small premium.
History of the 1914-S Barber Dime
The 1914-S Barber Dime features the popular ‘S’ mint mark on the bottom of the reverse of the coin. Cherrypicking is advised to find a well-struck coin with attractive surfaces and sharp detailing. Charles Barber 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.
1914-S Barber Dime Value
The 1914-S Barber Dime value reaches upwards of $13,000 for some of the highest grades available of the coin. It’s possible to build a more affordable collection by seeking out circulated and lower Mint State grade coins. The 1914-S Barber Dime is a beautiful coin that would make a great addition to any Barber Dime series collection.
Type of coin: Dime
Year: 1914-S Barber Dime
Barber Dime Mint Mark: San Francisco
Total mintage: 2,100,000
Metal content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Face value: Ten Cents
Weight: 2.50 grams
Edge: Reeded
Designer: Charles E. Barber
Diameter: 17.90 millimeters