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Most Valuable Dimes

Top 25 dimes worth the most money, ranked by highest recorded value

The most valuable dimes are coins that stand out for their rarity, historical significance, and collector demand. Low mintage figures, key date status, mint errors, and exceptional condition all contribute to higher values. Below are the top 25 dimes ranked by their highest recorded price across all grades.

1

1895-O Barber Dime

Key Date

Mintage: 440,000

1895 · New Orleans

Up to $70,125

2

1942/1 Mercury Dime Overdate

Key Date

Mintage: Unknown

1942 · Philadelphia

Up to $65,000

3

1901-S Barber Dime

Key Date

Mintage: 593,000

1901 · San Francisco

Up to $59,650

Top 25 Most Valuable Dimes

1

1895-O Barber Dime

Key Date

1895 · New Orleans · Mintage: 440,000

$60 - $70,125 View →
2

1942/1 Mercury Dime Overdate

Key Date

1942 · Philadelphia · Mintage: Unknown

$500 - $65,000 View →
3

1901-S Barber Dime

Key Date

1901 · San Francisco · Mintage: 593,000

$51 - $59,650 View →
4

1903-S Barber Dime

Key Date

1903 · San Francisco · Mintage: 613,000

$51 - $50,500 View →
5

1893-S Barber Dime

Key Date

1893 · San Francisco · Mintage: 1,330,000

$47 - $49,275 View →
6

1894-S Barber Dime

Key Date

1894 · San Francisco · Mintage: 720,000

$56 - $45,850 View →
7

1904-S Barber Dime

Key Date

1904 · San Francisco · Mintage: 800,000

$57 - $45,200 View →
8

Seated Liberty Dime - 1865

Semi-Key

1865 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 30,000

$54 - $34,475 View →
9

Seated Liberty Dime - 1878

Semi-Key

1878 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 200,000

$27 - $18,900 View →
10

Seated Liberty Dime - 1880

1880 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 37,200,000

$8 - $8,675 View →
11

Seated Liberty Dime - 1890

1890 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 9,710,000

$10 - $8,350 View →
12

1916 D Mercury Dime

Key Date

1916 · D · Mintage: 264,000

$52 - $7,175 View →
13

1921 D Mercury Dime

Key Date

1921 · D · Mintage: 1,080,000

$40 - $5,750 View →
14

1921 Mercury Dime

Key Date

1921 · P · Mintage: 1,230,000

$38 - $5,250 View →
15

1982 No-P Roosevelt Dime

Key Date

1982 · Philadelphia (No Mint Mark) · Mintage: Unknown

$50 - $2,000 View →
16

1968 No S Roosevelt Dime Proof

Key Date

1968 · Philadelphia · Mintage: Unknown

$36 - $1,775 View →
17

1949 D Roosevelt Dime

Key Date

1949 · D · Mintage: 778,289,834

$18 - $1,100 View →
18

1950 Roosevelt Dime

Key Date

1950 · P · Mintage: 1,190,333,856

$17 - $1,100 View →
19

1950 S Roosevelt Dime

Key Date

1950 · S · Mintage: 1,156,129,161

$21 - $1,100 View →
20

1955 D Roosevelt Dime

Key Date

1955 · D · Mintage: 1,283,365,647

$17 - $1,100 View →
21

1949-S Roosevelt Dime

Key Date

1949 · San Francisco · Mintage: 13,520,000

$21 - $1,075 View →
22

1950 D Roosevelt Dime

Key Date

1950 · D · Mintage: 272,290,507

$18 - $995 View →
23

1955 Roosevelt Dime

Key Date

1955 · P · Mintage: 299,127,870

$18 - $995 View →
24

1930 S Mercury Dime

Semi-Key

1930 · S · Mintage: 1,843,000

$8 - $975 View →
25

1931 S Mercury Dime

Semi-Key

1931 · S · Mintage: 1,800,000

$7.5 - $970 View →

Why These Dimes Are Valuable

Background on the most sought-after dimes and what drives their value.

#1 1895-O Barber Dime

Key Date
Mintage: 440,000 Up to $70,125

The 1895-O is another key date from the early Barber Dime era with only 440,000 pieces minted at New Orleans.

#2 1942/1 Mercury Dime Overdate

Key Date
Mintage: Unknown Up to $65,000

One of only two confirmed overdates in the Mercury Dime series. A 1942 die was punched over a previously dated 1941 die, leaving clear traces of the underlying date visible under magnification.

#3 1901-S Barber Dime

Key Date
Mintage: 593,000 Up to $59,650

The 1901-S is a key date with only 593,000 pieces minted.

#4 1903-S Barber Dime

Key Date
Mintage: 613,000 Up to $50,500

The 1903-S has a mintage of 613,000 and is considered a key date.

#5 1893-S Barber Dime

Key Date
Mintage: 1,330,000 Up to $49,275

The 1893-S has a mintage of 1.33 million, making it a key date in the Barber Dime series.

#6 1894-S Barber Dime

Key Date
Mintage: 720,000 Up to $45,850

The 1894-S is one of the most famous and valuable coins in American numismatics. With a mintage of only 720,000, this is the key date of the Barber Dime series.

#7 1904-S Barber Dime

Key Date
Mintage: 800,000 Up to $45,200

The 1904-S has a mintage of 800,000 and is a key date of the Barber Dime series.

#8 Seated Liberty Dime - 1865

Semi-Key
Mintage: 30,000 Up to $34,475

1865 Seated Liberty Dime from the Civil War era, low mintage.

#9 Seated Liberty Dime - 1878

Semi-Key
Mintage: 200,000 Up to $18,900

1878 Seated Liberty Dime from Philadelphia.

#10 Seated Liberty Dime - 1880

Mintage: 37,200,000 Up to $8,675

1880 Seated Liberty Dime from Philadelphia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What dimes are worth the most money? +
The most valuable dimes include key dates with very low mintages, coins from branch mints (especially Carson City, San Francisco, and New Orleans), and coins preserved in exceptional condition. The list above ranks the top 25 by highest known value across all grades.
How do I know if my dime is valuable? +
Check the date, mint mark, and condition of your dime. Coins that appear on key date lists typically carry the highest premiums. Even common-date coins can be valuable in high grades (MS-65 and above). For a quick assessment, use our free coin scanner to identify your coin and get an estimated value.
Where can I sell valuable dimes? +
Valuable dimes can be sold through major auction houses like Heritage Auctions and Great Collections, reputable coin dealers, online marketplaces like eBay, or at local coin shows. For coins worth $100 or more, professional grading from PCGS or NGC is recommended to maximize your selling price.