Whitman Expo
1979-S Type 1 10 Cents PR DCAM
Details
The proof issues of the Roosevelt dim series have been minted from 1950 to present. The set, without varieties, is easy and affordable to assemble in high grade. A great entry-level project for those interested in 10-cent pieces.
Obverse: 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: Torch of Liberty is flanked by olive branches in the center with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * ONE DIME around the circumference.
Basic Information
GSID:
4996
Coin Date:
1979-S
Denomination:
10c / 10 Cents
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mintage:
3,677,175
Coinage Type:
Roosevelt dime
Coinage Years:
1946-
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
Mint Mark:
S
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Type 1
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
2.27 gr
Weight:
0.073 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
17.9 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
