1946 (S) 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
- $1,840
- Sold
- Grade
- MS68
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
Produced at the San Francisco Mint, the 1946 (S) Roosevelt Dime is part of the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. The San Francisco Mint struck 27,900,000 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. San Francisco's storied mint, born of the California Gold Rush, has evolved into the primary producer of U.S. proof coins. Estimated market value ranges from $7 to $30 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 #5084.
External References
Error Varieties(99)
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-004
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1946-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-006
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1946-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-012
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1946-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-014
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
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1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-005
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-006
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-007
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-008
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-009
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-010
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-011
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-012
1946-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-013
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-004
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-005
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-006
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-007
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1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-010
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1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-012
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-013
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1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-020
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-021
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001 / DDR-002
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
1946-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004
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