1950 (D) 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
$3,450 MS68 01-01-2009 Superior Galleries
Description
The 1950 (D) Roosevelt Dime is a dime produced at the Denver Mint as part of the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. With a mintage of 46.8 million, this is a less common issue — ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 40% of 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. First year of official proof sets at the San Francisco Mint; Roosevelt Dime proofs begin. Struck at the Denver Mint, established in 1906 from an earlier assay office that processed Colorado gold rush metal. 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 #5095.
External References
Error Varieties(8)
1950-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1950-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1950-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1950-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1950-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1950-D Repunched Mintmark WRPM-006
1950-D Repunched Mintmark WRPM-007
