1949-S Roosevelt Dime

1949 | San Francisco | Mintage: 13,520,000 | 90% Silver, 10% Copper

$21 – $1,075 Key Date

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Reverse

The 1949-S Roosevelt Dime was minted at the San Francisco Mint with a mintage of 13,520,000. Values range from $21 in lower grades to $1,075 in top condition. This is a key date, making it especially sought-after by collectors.

CoinValueDB Value Estimate

$1.70 – $1,075

Price History

SoldHigh BidFor SaleLast Asking PriceMoving Average

Avg: $147 High: $1,075 Low: $2 11 total data points

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade
Grade	Value
Good (G-4)	$21
Very Good (VG-8)	$24
Fine (F-12)	$31
Very Fine (VF-20)	$32
Extremely Fine (EF-40)	$33
About Uncirculated (AU-50)	$38
Mint State (MS-60)	$47
Choice Mint State (MS-63)	$93
Gem Mint State (MS-65)	$225
Superb Gem+ (MS-67)	$1,075

About the Roosevelt Dime

The Roosevelt dime replaced the Mercury dime in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt after his death in 1945. Chief Engraver John R. Sinnock designed the coin, featuring Roosevelt’s portrait on the obverse and an olive branch, a torch, and an oak branch on the reverse. The U.S. Mint selected Sinnock because he already designed the Roosevelt inaugural medal. His initials, JS, appear at the base of the neck on the obverse. Production changed significantly in 1965 when the Mint removed silver from the composition. Coins minted from 1946 through 1964 contain 90% silver, while coins from 1965 to the present use a copper-nickel clad composition. The Mint moved the mint mark from the reverse to the obverse above the date in 1968. The series remains in production today, making it one of the longest-running active designs in American coinage.

Coin Details

Designer: John Sinnock
Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 2.5g
Diameter: 17.91mm
Edge: reeded
Series: Roosevelt Dime (1946-present)

Historical Notes

The 1949-S is a key date among Roosevelt dimes.

Collecting Roosevelt Dime Coins

Start your collection with the copper-nickel clad issues from 1965 to the present, as you can find most of these in circulation for face value. Look for high-grade examples of the 1996-W dime, which was the first coin to feature a W mint mark for circulation, with a mintage of only 1,457,000. Silver issues from 1946 to 1964 remain affordable and provide a great way to own precious metal coins. Watch for weak strikes on the torch bands on the reverse, as fully split bands increase the value of the coin significantly. Avoid cleaning your coins, as even light polishing destroys the numismatic value.

This series includes key dates — check individual coin pages for rarity details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 1949-S Roosevelt Dime worth? +

A 1949-S Roosevelt Dime is worth between $21 and $1,075 depending on condition. Coins in higher grades (MS-65 and above) command significant premiums.

How many 1949 Roosevelt Dime coins were made? +

The San Francisco Mint produced 13,520,000 1949 Roosevelt Dime coins. Lower mintage numbers generally correlate with higher collector value.

Is the 1949-S Roosevelt Dime a key date? +

Yes, the 1949-S Roosevelt Dime is considered a key date in the Roosevelt Dime series. Key dates are coins with low mintage, high collector demand, or both, making them among the most valuable in the series.

How much is a 1949-S Roosevelt Dime worth? +

In circulated condition, a 1949-S Roosevelt Dime typically sells for $3 to $10 due to its silver content and scarcity. High-grade specimens in MS-65 or better sell for over $100.

Is the 1949-S Roosevelt Dime rare? +

The 1949-S is a key date in the Roosevelt dime series. With a mintage of 13,520,000, it is much scarcer than most other dates from the 1940s and 1950s.