Whitman Expo
1962 Dime PR Values
Details
The proof issues of the Roosevelt dim series have been minted from 1950 to present. The set, without varieties, is easy and affordable to assemble in high grade. A great entry-level project for those interested in 10-cent pieces.
This coin is made of 90% silver; 10% copper and has a current melt value of $5.27
Obverse: Portrait of Franklin Roosevelt with the word LIBERTY at the left periphery. IN GOD WE TRUST written horizontally at 7 o'clock left of the portrait. The date is positioned to the right of Franklin's neck.
Reverse: Torch of Liberty is flanked by olive branches in the center with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * ONE DIME around the circumference.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
3,218,019
Coinage Type:
Roosevelt dime
Coinage Years:
1950-1964
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.9
Weight:
2.5 gr
Weight:
0.08 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0723 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
17.9 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1962
Obverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE DIME
Reverse Designer:
John R. Sinnock
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