10 cents

Dime

United States · 1946

The 1946 Dime features the profile of President Franklin D. Roosevelt on the obverse and a torch, olive branch, and oak branch on the reverse, symbolizing liberty, peace, and strength.

Country: United States
Year: 1946
Denomination: 10 cents
Metal: 90% silver, 10% copper

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Overview

The 1946 Dime features the profile of President Franklin D. Roosevelt on the obverse and a torch, olive branch, and oak branch on the reverse, symbolizing liberty, peace, and strength.

Historical significance

This coin was introduced shortly after Roosevelt's death in 1945, commemorating his contributions to the nation. It marks the transition in U.S. currency from coins made from silver to more base metal as time progressed.