Ten Cents (10¢ / One Dime)

Roosevelt Dime

United States · 1966

The obverse displays a left-facing profile of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, with the word "LIBERTY" to the left, "IN GOD WE TRUST" below Roosevelt's chin, and the year "1966" to the right. The reverse typically features a torch in the center, flanked by an olive branch on the left and an oak branch on the right, with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "ONE DIME" inscribed.

Country: United States
Year: 1966
Denomination: Ten Cents (10¢ / One Dime)

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Overview

Historical significance

The Roosevelt Dime was first issued in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt shortly after his death. The 1966 dime is significant because it was part of the transition period away from 90% silver coinage (which ended in 1964) to the copper-nickel clad composition due to rising silver prices. This change meant that 1966 dimes, like all dimes from 1965 onwards, do not contain silver and are considered clad coinage.

Estimated value

For a 1966 Roosevelt Dime in circulated condition, the estimated value is typically face value, around $0.10. Uncirculated examples can fetch slightly more, perhaps $0.25 to $1 or more, depending on their grade and condition.

Care & preservation

To preserve the coin's condition, handle it by the edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin. Store it in a cool, dry place, preferably in an archival-safe holder such as a Mylar flip or a non-PVC coin slab. Avoid cleaning ordinary circulation coins like this 1966 dime, as cleaning can damage the surface and decrease its numismatic value.

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