1961 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
$396 PR65 02-28-2014 eBay
Description
The 1961 Proof Roosevelt Dime is a proof dime struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series. Total mintage reached 3.0 million. 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 #5236. 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(29)
1961 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1961 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1961 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1961 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
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1961 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-003
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1961 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
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