US Barber Dime FINE Condition 1915-S

The Barber design was created by Chief Engraver, William Barber, and graced the US dime, quarter, and half dollar until 1916. The Seated Liberty was the design, at the time, and Mint Director, Edward Leech desired to change the design for a new era. Instead of just designating a new design, Leech thought it would be a good idea to hold a competition among the local artists to see who would have the best design. As a bonus, Leech offered the winner a cash prize to entice any forth comers. Unfortunately, the artists wanted different terms and a better prize so the competition was closed with still no design chosen. Leech finally approached Barbed and agreed on a design that suited both of their distinct tastes. The Barber design wasn't loved but also not hated by the public when it was first released in 1892.

The 1915-S Barber Dime was minted by one of the top mints still standing, the San Francisco Mint. The 1915-S Barber Dime has one of the lowest mintages of the series, with only 960,000 minted. Considered to be in fine condition, the 1915-S Barber Dime contains worn details, such as Liberty's intricate headpiece or the heraldic eagle's details, and are not as sharp compared to higher grades. The 1915-S Barber Dime will be packaged in a coin flip to ensure proper protection while in transit. William Barber, the designer of the Barber series, stuck with a classic portrayal of Liberty on his coins. Liberty's distinct profile is captured and her head is adorned with a Acanthus leaf crown. Barber was the Chief Engraver when he was asked to design a new half dollar, dime, and quarter.