What is the value of an 1872 US dime?

Look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter below the wreath. It may be blank or there may be a CC or S.

Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 08/2010:

No mint mark (Philadelphia):

Very worn condition - $10

Moderately worn - $14

Slightly worn - $18

Almost no wear - $104

Uncirculated - $168 to $10,160 depending on quality

"CC" mint mark (Carson City):

Very worn - $940

Moderately worn - $2,940

Slightly worn - $5,310

Almost no wear - $23,526

"S" mint mark (San Francisco):

Very worn - $37

Moderately worn - $75

Slightly worn - $167

Almost no wear - $525

Uncirculated - $1,190 to $3,970