1956 Proof Roosevelt Dime
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Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-67). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$495 PR69 07-01-2022 eBay
Description
The 1956 Proof Roosevelt Dime is a proof dime struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. Total mintage reached 669,384. The obverse features Franklin D. Roosevelt facing left, honoring the president who championed the March of Dimes, while the reverse displays a torch flanked by olive and oak branches, symbolizing liberty, peace, and strength. Designed by John R. Sinnock. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5231. The Roosevelt Dime was introduced in 1946, shortly after President Franklin D. Silver Roosevelt Dimes (1946-1964) are collected for both numismatic interest and silver content. Full Bands (FB) and Full Torch (FT) designations add premium value. Proof issues from 1950-1964 are popular.
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Error Varieties(15)
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-004
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-005
1956 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-006
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-005
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-007
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-008
1956 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-009
1956 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
