1895-S Barber Dime (10c)

The 1895-S Barber dime stands as one of the key semi-key dates in the series with a modest mintage of just 1,120,000 pieces. San Francisco mint coins from this era were produced primarily for circulation in the West, where they saw heavy use in commerce, making well-preserved examples particularly elusive today.

This F12 example has developed a lovely, even patina that highlights the essential design elements. Despite its years in circulation, the coin maintains clear detail in Liberty's hair and the wreath on the reverse. The "S" mintmark remains bold and legible. The surfaces display honest wear with no distracting marks or damage, giving the coin excellent eye appeal for the grade. An ideal representative of this scarce issue that would enhance any Barber dime collection.