2005 Roosevelt Dime

About This Coin

The 2005 Roosevelt Dime is a United States dime from the Roosevelt Dimes Clad and Silver Proof 1965 to Date series — 41st of 61 years in the series. In 2005, coins were struck at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 2.8 billion. This ranks 55th of 59 years by total mintage, above the series median of 1.5 billion. 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. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have identified 4 known die varieties for this date, including doubled die reverse, spiked head. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $11 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $178 in SP70 grade at eBay. Designed by John R. Sinnock.