2018 (S) Proof Roosevelt Dime - Reverse Proof Silver 50th Anniversary Set

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The 2018 (S) Proof Roosevelt Dime - Reverse Proof Silver 50th Anniversary Set is a proof dime struck at the San Francisco Mint, part of the Roosevelt Dimes Clad and Silver Proof 1965 to Date series. The U.S. Mint sold 199,116 of the 2018 Silver Reverse Proof sets, each containing one of these dimes. 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. 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. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #679898.