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Roosevelt dimes were first struck in 1946 and designed by John R. Sinnock. Debuting only months after Franklin Delano Roosevelt's passing in 1945, the Roosevelt dime was deemed a fitting tribute to the man who fought a disease diagnosed as polio and helped established the March of Dimes organization. While Roosevelt dimes are generally regarded as a series chock full of common coins, there are several challenging surprises in store for those who focus their attention on this long-running series.
The 1949, 1949-D, 1949-S, and 1950-S are surprisingly tough coins in the mid-range Mint State grades. Meanwhile, the 1963 doubled die reverse and 1964-D doubled die reverse varieties are two of the more difficult pieces to acquire. One of the most popular Roosevelt dime varieties is the 1982 no-P, which can be found in circulation and even with wear is worth a sizeable premium over face value. The 1982 no-mintmark Roosevelt dime is especially valuable in Mint States grades. The 1996-W Roosevelt dime was offered only in 1996 uncirculated sets and is one of the scarcer late-date business strikes of the series.
Regardless of date, Full Bands (or "FB") Roosevelt dimes, which show complete horizontal lines on the bands across the torch on the reverse, are valued by enthusiasts. Both the 90% silver (1946-1964) and copper-nickel (1965-present) FB Roosevelt dimes are scarce and command substantial premiums over similarly graded non-FB specimens.
Obverse Description
Portrait of Franklin Roosevelt with the word LIBERTY at the left periphery. IN GOD WE TRUST written horizontally at 7 o'clock left of the portrait. The date is positioned to the right of Franklin's neck.
Reverse Description
Torch of Liberty is flanked by olive branches in the center with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * ONE DIME around the circumference.
Catalog Information
GSID:
4711
Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1951
Reverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE DIME
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
2.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.08 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0723 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
17.9
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1951-S
Denomination:
10c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
31,630,000
Coinage Type:
Roosevelt dime
Coinage Years:
1946-
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
5099
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Coin Value History
1951-S 10c MS
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1951-S 10c MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$525.00 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $390.00 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1951-S 10C MS67? NGC. CDN: $38 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 31,630,000. ...
$64
1951-S 10C MS68+ NGC. NGC Census: (41/0 and 5/0+). Mintage 31,630,000. ...
$576
1951-S 10C Roosevelt Dime -- Struck 10% Off Center @10:00 -- AU55 ANACS. ...
$60
1951-S 10c PCGS MS66
$20
(5)1951-S 10C MS65 NGC. NGC Census: (86/1229). PCGS Population (183/1264). Mintage: 31,630,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for p... (Total: 5 item)
$78
1951-S 10C Roosevelt Dimes Struck on thin Blank Weight VF20 ANACS. 1.99 Grams. NGC Census: (0/1243). PCGS Population (0/139...
$50
1951-S Roosevelt Dime--Thin Planchet--AU58 ANACS. 2.23 ...
$9
1951-S 10C Dime MS63 ANACS. Struck 50% off center at 9 o'...
$402
1951-S 10C MS67 PCGS. Mintage 31,630,000. ...
$216
1951-S 10C MS68 PCGS. PCGS Population: (24/0 and 4/0+). Mintage 31,630,000. ...
$301
1951-S 10c PCGS MS66
$20
1951-S 10C MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population (120/1004). NGC Census: (46/1058). Mintage: 31,630,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC...
$14
1951-S 10C Roosevelt Dimes --Struck on Thin Blank Weight 1.99 Grams-- VF20 ANACS. NGC Census: (0/1238). PCGS Population (0/...
$15
1951-S 10C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (726/41). PCGS Population: (377/21). CDN: $38 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 31,630...
$32
1951-S Roosevelt Dime. MS-68 (NGC).
$192
1951-S 10c NGC MS66
$29
1951-S 10C MS65 PCGS. ...
$19
1951-S 10C MS67+ NGC. NGC Census: (696/40 and 19/2+). PCGS Population: (362/21 and 47/4+). CDN: $38 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS...
$38
1951-S 10C MS68 NGC. NGC Census: (41/0). Mintage 31,630,000. ...
$456
1951-S 10C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (594/635). PCGS Population (996/328). Mintage: 31,630,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for probl... (Total: 10 item)
$36
Roosevelt Dime 10c Silver, 1946-1964 MS [Type]
Worth: $5 – $400
Roosevelt Dime 10c Silver, 1946-1964 MS FB [Type]
Worth: $6 – $900
Roosevelt Dime 10c Clad, 1965-Present MS [Type]
Worth: $0 – $160
Roosevelt Dime 10c Clad, 1965-Present MS FB [Type]
Worth: $0 – $200
Roosevelt Dime 10c Satin Finish, 2005-2010 MS FB [Type]
Worth: $1 – $30
1946 10c MS
Worth: $5 – $1,800
1946 10c MS FB
Worth: $12 – $4,000
1946-D 10c MS
Worth: $5 – $425
1946-D 10c MS FB
Worth: $25 – $2,000
1946-S 10c MS
Worth: $5 – $720
1946-S 10c MS FB
Worth: $18 – $1,008
1947 10c MS
Worth: $5 – $800
1947 10c MS FB
Worth: $8 – $2,880
1947-D 10c MS
Worth: $5 – $800
1947-D 10c MS FB
Worth: $25 – $3,500
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