1970 (S) Proof Roosevelt Dime - No S

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The 1970 (S) Proof Roosevelt Dime - No S is a proof dime struck at San Francisco from a die missing its S mint mark, part of the Roosevelt Dimes Clad and Silver Proof 1965 to Date series. The Mint put the number of 1970 proof dimes struck without the S at 2,200. 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. Struck after the transition from silver to clad coinage, as the Mint adapted to modern production methods and record-breaking mintages. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Auction record: $1,610 PR69 05-01-2003 Heritage Auctions. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 2.27 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5248.