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Obverse of 1912-D Barber Dime     Reverse of 1912-D Barber Dime


1912-D BARBER DIME

PCGS No: 4861

Mintage:

Circulation strikes: 11,760,000
Proofs: 0

Designer: Charles E. Barber

Diameter: 17.9 millimeters

Metal content:
Silver - 90%
Copper - 10%

Weight: ±2.5 grams

Edge: Reeded

Mintmark: "D" (for Denver) just below the wreath on the reverse

Images courtesy of David Lawrence Rare Coins

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Notes:
"At first glance this year would appear similar to 1911. However, both 1912-D&S have very low pops above MS 65 (just seven each) and the 1912-S is a better date in all grades.

As with the 1911 issues, all three coins come decently struck. However, the "D" will not be as sharp as the other two."1

The finest Uncirculated examples graded by PCGS are 10 MS-66's.

Sources and/or recommended reading:
1. "The Complete Guide To Certified Barber Coinage" by David & John Feigenbaum

"The PCGS Population Report, July 2003" by The Professional Coin Grading Service

 
 

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