1949 Roosevelt Dime

About This Coin

The 1949 Roosevelt Dime is a United States dime from the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series — 4th of 19 years in the series. In 1949, coins were struck at the San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Denver Mints with a combined mintage of 70.5 million. This represents the second-lowest annual mintage in the series, below the series median of 243.5 million. 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. Lower mintages across all three mints make 1949 issues semi-key dates for the series. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have cataloged 10 known die varieties for this date. Produced 6 years before the celebrated 1955 key date. Across its variants, estimated values range from $7 to $73 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $3.1K in MS68 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by John R. Sinnock.