Silver Roosevelt Dime Values

Your silver Roosevelt dime values are tied directly to the current price of silver. With silver at $12 per ounce, that puts the value of the coins minted between 1946 to 1964 at 86 cents each.

Minted and saved in the millions, today only "Mint State" coins are widely collected. These are described as bright, like new, no wear and virtually mark free. Anything less and they trade at the silver value.

On the right is an example of a nice mint state Roosevelt dime, value $2 to $5. At this price there is a lot of upside potential in the future.

There are a few exceptions where circulated or worn coins have premium values, mostly found in the early years, see the value chart below.

The following coin values chart indicates the series is still in the early stages of its value development. Examine your coins closely and grade conservatively. They need time to mature in value.

Finding the Mintmark: The mintmark "S" for the San Francisco mint and "D" for the Denver mint are on the reverse. Locate the mintmark at the bottom of the torch on the left side. No mintmark indicates it was minted at Philadelphia.

The above are wholesale values. Computed from dealers price lists with various markup factors figured in. They reflect closely the value you would expect to receive when selling. Variations in value do occur subject to subtle grading points, collector demands and dealer needs.

For additional reference... NumisMedia publishes an extensive fair market value price guide, covering retail Roosevelt Dime Values in detail.

Printable Coin Values Worksheet

The Mint State Roosevelt Dime Holds all the Value

It is the collector that ultimately determines Roosevelt dime values. Today most collectors want mint state coins in their collections. The coins are readily available, affordable and none of the dates are rare. The result, even in mint state condition most are valued only slightly above their silver value.

For the few that have collector value in the circulated grades. Use the grading images below to help determine the condition of your coins. The vertical lines in the torch on the reverse are an easy indicator of condition. All lines showing, and the coin is in Extremely Fine or higher grade.

Do you have one with enhanced value? An "Mint State" coin? It must not have any trace of wear, look at the cheek bone and hair above the ear. On the reverse check the flame of the torch. Luster must remain over the entire coin. Now, the fewer marks and abrasions the better.

In the mint state grades, it takes great eye appeal to draw the attention of a collector and attain a higher value.

Check a few coin dealers listings, look for those offering similar coins as yours for sale. Their descriptions indicate what is important to value. Additionally, these coin dealers are potential buyers of your coins.

Consider your group of coins as the beginning of a coin collection. The start of an enjoyable and rewarding hobby. If that is not for you, one successful approach is to sell all your coins and use the proceeds to buy one nice rare coin. The one you were hoping to find in the box. Pass the thrill of a rare coin on to your children.

Take a minute and visit Jake's Marketplace. They are serious buyers of US coins. Additionally... they have many fascinating rare coins for sale.

While waiting for values to climb higher, there are a couple of developments to watch. Collectors are examining their holdings and discovering interesting aspects about them. One item that caught their eye was a Doubled Die reverse.

The 1964-D Doubled Die Reverse: Check all your 1964-D dimes, look for a slight doubling of the letters in the word DIME on the reverse. It is somewhat difficult to detect without a magnifying glass. Should you find one the value is $60 in Extremely Fine, $175 in About Uncirculated and $200 if Uncirculated.

Full Bands: Here is the big development that increases Roosevelt dime values. A coin having "Full Bands" is one fully struck with complete detail. Millions where struck with wide ranging quality. Most exhibit weakness in the details.

Examine the two horizontal bands binding the torch on the reverse. Sharp and complete separation of the bands occurred infrequently. A "Full Band", a well struck, sharply detailed dime, is more desirable to a collector.

Roosevelt Dime Values in the Future

The fact so many are available to collectors holds rising value in check. The vast majority have their fortunes tied to the value of silver.

Continuing and developing interest in "Full Bands" has vaulted some coins into rarity. Interesting times are ahead for silver Roosevelt dimes.

Check back occasionally to stay current with developments. Silver Roosevelt dime values are bound to change.

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