1946 Roosevelt Dime
Base
About This Coin
The 1946 Roosevelt Dime is a United States dime from the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series — the first year of the series. In 1946, the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints struck 344,193,500 Roosevelt dimes. 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. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Across its variants, estimated values range from $7 to $30 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $13K in MS69 grade at Superior Galleries. Designed by John R. Sinnock.
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 across all of this coin's strike types, 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.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(3)
1946 (D) Roosevelt Dime
1946 (S) Roosevelt Dime
1946 Roosevelt Dime
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