1948 (S) Roosevelt Dime

Coin Details

Auction Record

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

Description

The 1948 (S) Roosevelt Dime represents a San Francisco Mint issue from 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. 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.