Roosevelt Dime
Country of Origin: United States
Year of Issue: 1965
Denomination: One Dime (10 Cents)
Composition: Outer layers of 75% copper and 25% nickel, bonded to a core of pure copper (Cupro-nickel clad)
Brief Description
A standard US dime featuring a profile of Franklin D. Roosevelt, issued during the first year of non-silver dime production.
Historical Significance
1965 was the first year the US Mint eliminated silver from dimes and quarters due to a silver shortage, moving to 'clad' coinage as authorized by the Coinage Act of 1965.
Estimated Value
$0.10 face value in circulated condition. $1-$10 for high-grade Mint State versions. Rare silver planchet errors can be worth thousands.
Care Instructions
This is a common copper-nickel coin. No special care is needed, but avoid harsh chemicals and never clean with abrasives if preservation of grade is desired. Store in a cool, dry place.
Mint Mark
None (Philadelphia Mint). During 1965-1967, mint marks were removed from all US coins to discourage collecting.
Mintage & Rarity
Extremely common. 1,652,140,570 were produced in 1965.
Weight & Diameter
2.27 grams; 17.9 mm
Edge
Reeded
Apparent Grade
Fine / Very Fine. Shows significant circular wear, loss of detail in hair and on the torch/leaves. Surface appears darkened or slightly dirty.
Obverse (Front)
Profile of Franklin D. Roosevelt facing left. Legends: 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', '1965'. Tiny 'JS' initials of designer John Sinnock at neck base.
Reverse (Back)
A torch (symbolizing Liberty) flanked by an olive branch (Peace) and an oak branch (Victory). Legends: 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', 'ONE DIME'.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition is the primary factor for this common date. Rare errors, specifically 1965 dimes accidentally struck on 90% silver planchets, are the only highly valuable versions.
Similar Coins
1964 Roosevelt Dimes look identical but are 90% silver and lack the copper streak on the edge.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check the edge for a copper-colored 'sandwich' layer. If the edge is solid silver-white and the coin weighs ~2.5g, it may be a rare silver error; however, most 1965 dimes are common clad coins worth only face value.
Notable Varieties & Errors
The most notable (and extremely rare) variety is the 1965 silver planchet error.
Created At: 2026-06-16T16:56:13.092588