1948-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001

Description

Catalogued by VarietyVista with markers UVC-176 and DMR-002, and cross-referenced as FS-501 in the Fivaz-Stanton Cherrypickers' Guide, the 1948-S Roosevelt Dime RPM-001 is the primary repunched mintmark variety for this date. The S/S Southeast displacement — the secondary S impression shifted southeast of the primary — is the defining attribution feature. The FS-501 cross-reference confirms recognition in a major numismatic reference, supporting consistent collector demand. Three die stages are catalogued: Stage A is EDS (unconfirmed), with the secondary mintmark at its strongest; Stage B records reverse and obverse together at MDS; Stage C records both at LDS, where the secondary impression has diminished but remains attributable. The 1948-S Roosevelt Dime is a 90% silver coin from the early years of John R. Sinnock's Roosevelt design, introduced in 1946 following the president's death. San Francisco Mint dimes from the late 1940s used hand-punched mintmarks, making repunched mintmark varieties a recurring feature. RPM-001's FS designation ensures broad recognition; Stage A examples showing the most prominent displacement are the most sought.

Die Markers

• UVC-176
• DMR-002
• Stage A:
• EDS (unconfirmed)
• Stage B:
• Reverse and Obverse are MDS
• Stage C:
• Reverse and Obverse are LDS

Attribution History

• Discovered by Unknown
• FS-501
• Expert attribution by VarietyVista

External References