1953 Roosevelt Dime
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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
$1,100 MS68 03-10-2019 eBay
Description
The 1953 Roosevelt Dime is a dime minted at the Philadelphia Mint, within the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. The U.S. Mint produced 53.5 million examples, making this ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 23% 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. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value ranges from $7 to $15 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 #5103.
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Error Varieties(2)
SKH-10c-1953-01 Spike Head
SKH-10c-1953-01 Spiked Head
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