The Barber Dime, named after its designer Charles E. Barber, was minted from 1892 to 1916 and is highly sought after by coin collectors worldwide.
The Barber Dime was part of a series of coins that included the Barber Quarter and Barber Half Dollar, collectively known as the "Barber Coinage."
The most valuable Barber Dime is the 1894-S, with only 24 known specimens in existence.
In 1894, no Barber Dimes were minted in Philadelphia (no mint mark), making it an elusive and desirable coin for collectors.
The 1895 Barber Dime is an absolute rarity. Only 880 specimens were minted, and it is often considered the "King" of Barber Dimes.
The 1892-O Barber Dime holds historical significance as the first year of issue. It was minted in New Orleans and is highly prized by collectors.
The 1892-S Barber Dime is also a highly coveted coin due to its low mintage and scarcity.
Certain Barber Dimes have unique features, such as the "Micro O" variety in the 1905-O coin, where the mintmark appears noticeably smaller.
Barber Dimes were initially met with mixed reviews due to their simplistic design, leading to their replacement by the more artistic Mercury Dime in 1916.
The Barber Dime's obverse (front) features the head of Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap, symbolizing freedom, while the reverse showcases a wreath and the coin's denomination.