1948 (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
- $2,938
- Sold
- Grade
- MS68
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1948 (S) Roosevelt Dime represents a San Francisco Mint issue from the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. The San Francisco Mint struck 35,520,000 dimes dated 1948. 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. 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 $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.
External References
Error Varieties(20)
1948-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1948-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1948-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1948-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1948-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-004
1948-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-005
1948-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-006
1948-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-007
1948-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-008
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001 / RPM-001
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-002
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-009
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-010
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-011
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-012
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-016
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-017
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-018
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-019
1948-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-020
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