1950 Roosevelt Dime
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About This Coin
The 1950 Roosevelt Dime is a United States dime from the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series — 5th of 19 years in the series. In 1950, coins were struck at the Denver, Philadelphia, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 117.4 million. This ranks 3rd of 19 years by total mintage, 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. First year of official proof sets at the San Francisco Mint; Roosevelt Dime proofs begin. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have cataloged 22 known die varieties for this date across 4 categories, including doubled die obverse, doubled die reverse, repunched mint mark and 1 other types. Produced 5 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 $11K in PR69 grade at eBay. Designed by John R. Sinnock.
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — range across all strike types, reflecting typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
