What is the value of an 1852 US dime?

Answer 1

1852 is a relatively common year for Liberty seated dimes in average condition. Look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter. It may be blank or there may be an O.

Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 05/2011:

No mint mark (Philadelphia):

Very worn condition - $12

Moderately worn - $16

Slightly worn - $26

Almost no wear - $133

Uncirculated - $252 to $7,470 depending on quality

"O" mint mark (New Orleans):

Very worn - $16

Moderately worn - $60

Slightly worn - $86

Almost no wear - $748

Uncirculated - $1,410 to $9,430

DISCLAIMER: The retail values quoted are the best available as of the date shown, but may vary significantly due to changes in the precious metals market. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
July 6, 2009 The 1852 dime was minted at 2 different mints: Philadelphia and New Orleans. A Philadelpha mint 1852 dime has a value from about $18 in worn condition to about $100 in extremely fine condition and from about $280 in a lower uncirculated grade to about $11,000 in the higher uncirculated grades. A New Orleans mint 1852 dime has a value from about $28 in worn condition to about $700 in extremely fine condition and from about $1800 in lower uncirculated grades to about $4250 in mid uncirculated grades.