The Philadelphia Mint struck over 10.8 million Barber dimes in 1897 - less than 1% of the dimes minted in Philadelphia in 2006! Today, with the passage of more than a century - not to mention loss through attrition and silver melts - who knows exactly how many of these 90% silver dimes still survive. This 1897 Barber dime is needed by every collector to complete a date and mint mark collection. Order yours now.