Roosevelt Dime

United States · 1964

A small silver-colored United States coin featuring the profile of Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Country: United States
Year: 1964
Denomination: One Dime ($0.10)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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Overview

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.

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.

Estimated value

$1.50-$2.50 based on silver melt value; $3.00-$10.00 in Mint State (uncirculated) conditions.

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.

Grade assessment

Circulated. Hard to determine exact grade due to image blur, but appears to be in Average Circulated (Fine to Very Fine) condition.

Mintage & rarity

High mintage (over 2 billion combined from Philadelphia and Denver). Common date and not rare.

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.

Similar coins

Post-1964 clad Roosevelt dimes (look for a copper-colored edge; silver dimes have a solid white/silver edge).

Care & preservation

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.