1948 (S) Roosevelt Dime

Coin Details

Auction Record

$2,938 MS68 09-20-2015 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1948 (S) Roosevelt Dime is a dime produced at the San Francisco Mint as part of the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. With a mintage of 35.5 million, this is a less common issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 22% of total production. 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. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. 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 #5090.