1964 Roosevelt Dime 90% Silver Coin
Coin/Bullion · United States Mint (Philadelphia or Denver workshop)
Pattern: Roosevelt Dime series, John R. Sinnock design, introduced 1946
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
United States Mint (Philadelphia or Denver workshop)
Material
90% Silver, 10% Copper (known as 'Junk Silver' in bullion circles)
Dimensions
Diameter: 17.91 mm; Mass: 2.50 grams; Silver content: 0.07234 troy ounces
Description
A classic American 10-cent piece featuring President Roosevelt on the obverse and an olive branch, torch, and oak branch on the reverse, symbolizing peace, liberty, and victory.
Key Features
Final year of 90% silver composition for standard circulation dimes
Material & Composition
90% Silver, 10% Copper (known as 'Junk Silver' in bullion circles)
Finish & Decoration
Business strike with circulating luster; features profile of Franklin D. Roosevelt
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', '1964', and 'JS' (designer initials)
Construction Details
Die-struck at a high-pressure minting press on a silver planchet
Functional Features
Reeded edge to prevent debasement; legal tender status at time of minting
Handle & Grip Details
Reeded edge design for tactile identification and security
Craftsmanship Details
Relief strike from master hubs; industrial precision characteristic of the US Mint
Authentication Indicators
Weight (2.5g), reeded edge, and distinctive silver 'ring' sound test
Origin & Manufacturing
United States of America; Philadelphia (no mint mark) or Denver ('D')
Era & Period
Modern Era / Mid-Century US Coinage; post-WWII commemorative tradition
Age Estimate
Produced in 1964; exactly 60 years old as of 2024
Cultural Significance
Replaced the Mercury dime to honor FDR and his 'March of Dimes' charity
Condition Notes
Circulated condition with visible surface wear, scratches, and light tarnish; Grade: Very Good to Fine
Value Estimate
$2.00 - $3.00 (primarily based on silver melt value)
Care & Maintenance
Do not clean or polish if seeking numismatic value; store in PVC-free flips
Similar Pieces
1965 Roosevelt Dime (Cupro-Nickel clad, no silver content)
Interesting Facts
Billions were minted in 1964 and 1965 (dated 1964) to combat a silver shortage