1953 (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
$4,230 MS68 02-16-2017 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1953 (S) Roosevelt Dime is a dime from the San Francisco Mint, belonging to the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. With a mintage of 39.2 million, this is a less common issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 17% 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. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. San Francisco's storied mint, born of the California Gold Rush, has evolved into the primary producer of U.S. proof coins. Estimated market value ranges from $7 to $18 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 #5105.
External References
Error Varieties(8)
1953-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1953-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1953-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1953-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1953-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1953-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1953-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1953-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-002
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