Roosevelt Dime
Country of Origin: United States
Year of Issue: 1964
Denomination: One Dime ($0.10)
Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Brief Description
A small silver-colored United States coin featuring the profile of Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Historical Significance
The Roosevelt dime was first released in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt after his death, chosen partly because of his association with the March of Dimes. 1964 is a significant year as it was the final year these coins were minted in 90% silver for general circulation.
Estimated Value
$1.50-$2.50 based on silver melt value; $3.00-$10.00 in Mint State (uncirculated) conditions.
Care Instructions
Do not clean or polish the coin, as this damages the surface and reduces collector value. Handle by the edges only and store in a PVC-free holder or flip.
Mint Mark
No mint mark (Philadelphia Mint) or 'D' (Denver). Image is blurry but 1964 saw high production at both.
Mintage & Rarity
High mintage (over 2 billion combined from Philadelphia and Denver). Common date and not rare.
Weight & Diameter
2.50 grams / 17.91 mm
Edge
Reeded
Apparent Grade
Circulated. Hard to determine exact grade due to image blur, but appears to be in Average Circulated (Fine to Very Fine) condition.
Obverse (Front)
Profile of Franklin D. Roosevelt facing left. Inscriptions: LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and the date 1964. Designer: John R. Sinnock.
Reverse (Back)
A torch representing liberty, flanked by an olive branch (peace) and an oak branch (victory). Inscriptions: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, and ONE DIME.
What Drives This Coin's Value
The primary value factor for a 1964 dime is its silver content (bullion value). High-grade uncirculated specimens (MS67+) carry significant premiums.
Similar Coins
Post-1964 clad Roosevelt dimes (look for a copper-colored edge; silver dimes have a solid white/silver edge).
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check the weight (2.5g) and listen for a high-pitched 'silver ring' when gently tapped. Look for the copper edge (a sign of a post-1964 non-silver dime).
Notable Varieties & Errors
The 1964 Pointed 9 vs. Blunt 9 variety (minor) and various 1964-D doubled die reverses.
Created At: 2026-06-16T16:53:33.647538