1798 Draped Bust Dimes : 8 Over 7 - 13 Stars

What This Coin Looks Like (Obverse, Reverse, Mint Mark Location, Special Features, etc.):

This variety of the 1798/7 Draped Bust Dime features an overdate of 1798 stamped over a 1797 date which results in a very clear 7 being seen under the 8. In addition: This variety features 13 stars above the heraldic eagle on the reverse of the coin as depicted in the example image above. Source of example image is courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

Coin Value Chart: Typical Coin Prices, Values and Worth in USD based on Grade/Condition. Numismatic portion of the values last updated February 2026, precious metal portion of the values is updated live!

Good (G-4)	Very Good (VG-8)	Fine (F-12)	Very Fine (VF-20)	Extremely Fine (EF-40)	About Uncirculated (AU-50)	Uncirculated (MS-60)	Uncirculated (MS-63)	Proof (PR-63)
$3,088	$6,832	$9,334	$11,483	$18,697	$37,245	$62,592	$92,652	-

USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1798 Draped Bust Dime (8 Over 7 - 13 Stars Variety) is Worth $6,832 in Average Condition and can be Worth $62,592 to $92,652 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts. Also, click here to Learn About Grading Coins. The Melt Value shown below is how Valuable the Coin's Metal is Worth (bare minimum value of coin). Click here to see the Melt Value of every US Coin.


MELT VALUE: $6.2672