1946 Roosevelt Dime
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $12,650
- Sold
- Grade
- MS69
- Auction house
- Superior Galleries
Description
The 1946 Roosevelt Dime represents a Philadelphia Mint issue from the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 255,250,000 dimes dated 1946. The obverse features Franklin D. Roosevelt facing left, honoring the president who championed the March of Dimes and the reverse displays a torch flanked by olive and oak branches, symbolizing liberty, peace, and strength. First year of the Roosevelt Dime, honoring the recently deceased president. Struck at Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value ranges from $7 to $19 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5082.
External References
Error Varieties(70)
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-005
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-006
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-007
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-009
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-010
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-011
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-012
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-013
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-014
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-015
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-016
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-017
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-018
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-019
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-020
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-021
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-022
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-023
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-024
1946 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-025
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002 / DDO-026
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-004
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-005
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-006
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-007
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-008
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-009
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-010
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-011
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-012
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-013
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-014
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-015 / DDO-004
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-016
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-017
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-018 / DDO-008
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-019
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-020
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-021
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-022
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-023
1946 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-024
1946 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1946 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1946 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-005
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