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Question
How rare is a buffalo head dime? Or does it have a value as a collectors item?
I think you're referring to either a Barber dime, minted between 1892 and 1916 or a Mercury dime, minted between 1916 and 1945. It depends on the date, mint mark, and condition, but generally Barber dimes are worth a little more than Mercury dimes. At a minimum, they're worth their silver content (at least 10X face now). In a nice mid-grade or better condition they can be worth $5-$10-????. They are very collectable and can be quite fun to put a whole set together.
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Bruce Goldstein
Expertise
I specialize in U.S. three-cent nickels, but also close behind them are U.S. two-cent pieces, three-cent silver, and twenty cent pieces. Also, I have a bit of experience in the area of U.S. Early Proofs (19th century). However, I can possibly assist in most questions regarding U.S. Type coins.
Experience
I have read virtually everything I can find in print on the areas of U.S. 2-3-20 cent pieces. I have written articles on three-cent coins and Early Proofs published (or will be published) in Coin World.
Organizations
ANA
Publications
Coin World
Education/Credentials
MS in Mathematical Physics
ANA Advanced Grading and Problem Coins seminar
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