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Roosevelt dimes were first struck in 1946 and designed by John R. Sinnock. Debuting only months after Franklin Delano Roosevelt's passing in 1945, the Roosevelt dime was deemed a fitting tribute to the man who fought a disease diagnosed as polio and helped established the March of Dimes organization. While Roosevelt dimes are generally regarded as a series chock full of common coins, there are several challenging surprises in store for those who focus their attention on this long-running series.
The 1949, 1949-D, 1949-S, and 1950-S are surprisingly tough coins in the mid-range Mint State grades. Meanwhile, the 1963 doubled die reverse and 1964-D doubled die reverse varieties are two of the more difficult pieces to acquire. One of the most popular Roosevelt dime varieties is the 1982 no-P, which can be found in circulation and even with wear is worth a sizeable premium over face value. The 1982 no-mintmark Roosevelt dime is especially valuable in Mint States grades. The 1996-W Roosevelt dime was offered only in 1996 uncirculated sets and is one of the scarcer late-date business strikes of the series.
Regardless of date, Full Bands (or "FB") Roosevelt dimes, which show complete horizontal lines on the bands across the torch on the reverse, are valued by enthusiasts. Both the 90% silver (1946-1964) and copper-nickel (1965-present) FB Roosevelt dimes are scarce and command substantial premiums over similarly graded non-FB specimens.
Obverse Description
Portrait of Franklin Roosevelt with the word LIBERTY at the left periphery. IN GOD WE TRUST written horizontally at 7 o'clock left of the portrait. The date is positioned to the right of Franklin's neck.
Reverse Description
Torch of Liberty is flanked by olive branches in the center with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * ONE DIME around the circumference.
Catalog Information
GSID:
4699
Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1948
Reverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE DIME
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
2.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.08 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0723 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
17.9
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1948-S
Denomination:
10c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
35,520,000
Coinage Type:
Roosevelt dime
Coinage Years:
1946-
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
5090
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Coin Value History
1948-S 10c MS
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1948-S 10c MS
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$1,400 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $1,150 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1948-S 10C MS67 FSB ANACS ...
$114
1948-S 10C MS68 PCGS. PCGS Population: (5/0 and 1/0+). NGC Census: (13/0 and 1/0+). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS68....
$840
1948-S 10c PCGS MS66
$22
1948-S/S 10C MS64 ANACS. NGC Census: (9/912). PCGS Population (16/1119). Mintage: 35,520,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC...
$25
1948-S 10C --Cleaned, Off Center--AU55 ANACS. AU55 Details. ...
$218
1948-S 10C
$12
1948-S 10C MS67 Prooflike NGC. Mintage 35,520,000....
$203
1948-S 10C MS68 NGC. NGC Census: (12/0). PCGS Population: (4/0). Mintage 35,520,000. ...
$400
1948-S 10c PCGS MS66
$24
1948-S 10C Roosevelt Dime--Cleaned, Off Center--ANACS. AU55 Details. ...
$172
1948-S 10C MS67 Prooflike NGC. NGC Census: (589/13). PCGS Population: (263/5). CDN: $38 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Minta...
$432
1948-S 10C MS68 NGC. NGC Census: (10/0). PCGS Population: (4/0). Mintage 35,520,000. ...
$492
1948-S 10c PCGS MS66
$22
1948-S 10C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (585/13). PCGS Population: (259/5). CDN: $38 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 35,520,...
$34
1948-S 10C MS68 ★ NGC. NGC Census: (4/0). PCGS Population: (4/0). Mintage 35,520,000....
$960
1948-S 10c PCGS MS66
$17
1948-S 10C MS67 NGC. NGC Census: (576/11). PCGS Population: (253/4). CDN: $38 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 35,520,...
$45
1948-S 10C MS68 NGC. NGC Census: (4/0). PCGS Population: (4/0). Mintage 35,520,000. ...
$408
1948-S 10C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population (968/226). NGC Census: (501/535). Mintage: 35,520,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for prob...
$18
10C LOT OF 6 NGC MS67 ROOSEVELT DIMES. OH
$323
Roosevelt Dime 10c Silver, 1946-1964 MS [Type]
Worth: $4 – $400
Roosevelt Dime 10c Silver, 1946-1964 MS FB [Type]
Worth: $7 – $900
Roosevelt Dime 10c Clad, 1965-Present MS [Type]
Worth: $0 – $160
Roosevelt Dime 10c Clad, 1965-Present MS FB [Type]
Worth: $0 – $200
Roosevelt Dime 10c Satin Finish, 2005-2010 MS FB [Type]
Worth: $1 – $30
1946 10c MS
Worth: $4 – $1,800
1946 10c MS FB
Worth: $12 – $4,000
1946-D 10c MS
Worth: $4 – $425
1946-D 10c MS FB
Worth: $25 – $2,000
1946-S 10c MS
Worth: $4 – $400
1946-S 10c MS FB
Worth: $18 – $1,080
1947 10c MS
Worth: $4 – $800
1947 10c MS FB
Worth: $27 – $1,800
1947-D 10c MS
Worth: $4 – $800
1947-D 10c MS FB
Worth: $25 – $3,500
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