The dime carries the “Liberty Over Tyranny” design in the 2026 United States Semiquincentennial coinage.
The coinage program commemorates the 250th anniversary of American independence. Its 2026 designs use historical themes across several denominations, including the dime, five quarters, half dollar, and dollar coin. The dime’s obverse depicts Liberty, while its reverse features an eagle and the inscription “Liberty Over Tyranny.”
This design is distinct from the five semiquincentennial quarters, which honor subjects such as the Mayflower Compact, the Revolutionary War, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. The half dollar instead features the Statue of Liberty and hands passing the Liberty torch.
The word “dime” refers to the ten-cent coin, not to a special commemorative denomination. The semiquincentennial designs were intended as one-year issues dated 1776–2026, connecting modern currency with the founding era and the anniversary celebration.