Historical Figures

What does a 1900 dime look like?

The 1900 dime is a ten-cent coin minted in the United States. The coin features a portrait of Liberty on the obverse, and a depiction of a wreath on the reverse. The obverse of the coin features the bust of Liberty facing right. Liberty is depicted wearing a coronet inscribed with the word "LIBERTY" and a flowing gown. The reverse of the coin features a wreath of wheat, cotton, tobacco, and corn, with the denomination "ONE DIME" inscribed within the wreath. The coin is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, and measures 17.9 millimeters in diameter and weighs 2.5 grams. The 1900 dime was designed by Charles E. Barber, and was produced by the United States Mint in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.