1951 (S) Roosevelt Dime

Coin Details

Auction Record

$4,830 MS68 01-01-2003 Bowers & Merena

Description

Part of the Roosevelt Silver Dimes 1946-1964 series, the 1951 (S) Roosevelt Dime is a dime from the San Francisco Mint. With a mintage of 31.6 million, this is a less common issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 16% of total production. 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. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. The San Francisco Mint, a Gold Rush-era institution, now specializes in proof and collector coinage. Estimated market value ranges from $7 to $35 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #5099.