1949 (S) Roosevelt Dime
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$3,000 MS68+ 11-03-2022 eBay
Description
The 1949 (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 13.5 million, this is a scarce issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 19% 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. Lower mintages across all three mints make 1949 issues semi-key dates for the series. 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 $73 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 #5093.
External References
Error Varieties(6)
1949-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1949-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1949-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
1949-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-005
1949-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-006
