1954 Roosevelt Dime
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $840
- Sold
- Grade
- MS68
- Auction house
- Stack's Bowers
Description
Produced at the Philadelphia Mint, the 1954 Roosevelt Dime is part of the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 114,010,203 dimes dated 1954. 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 $17 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 #5106.
External References
Error Varieties(5)
1954 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1954 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
SKH-10c-1954-01 Spiked Head
SKH-10c-1954-02 Spiked Head
SKH-10c-1954-03 Spike Head
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