1955 Roosevelt Dime
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Mintage | 12,828,381 |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Silver, 10% Copper |
| Melt Value | $5.50 (spot as of ) |
| Designer | John R. Sinnock |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-2126 |
Mintage for the 1955 Philadelphia Roosevelt dime fell to 12,828,381, the lowest Philadelphia figure in the entire Roosevelt dime series. The drop reflected reduced commercial demand for new dimes as existing coins circulated effectively through the economy. The low mintage makes the 1955 one of the better Philadelphia dates, though the coin remains available in circulated grades and in Mint State. Collectors building complete silver-era sets note the 1955 as one of a handful of Philadelphia dates that stands above the common-date level.
| Grade | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| G-4 | Good (G) | $4.50–$5 |
| VG-8 | Very Good (VG) | $5–$5.50 |
| F-12 | Fine (F) | $5.50–$6 |
| VF-20 | Very Fine (VF) | $6 |
| EF-40 | Extremely Fine (EF) | $5.50–$6.50 |
| AU-50 | About Uncirculated (AU) | $6–$7 |
| MS-60 | Uncirculated (MS) | $6.50–$7.50 |
| MS-63 | Choice Uncirculated (MS) | — |
This table is for educational purposes only and is intended to illustrate general market price trends and pricing steps between grades. Actual market conditions may vary significantly, especially for rarer pieces that often command premiums above the ranges shown here.
No major varieties are known for this issue.
View all Roosevelt Dimes varieties →- PCGS CoinFacts: Roosevelt Dimes
- NGC Coin Explorer: Roosevelt Dimes
- Heritage Auctions Archives
- Stack's Bowers Auction Archives
- A Guide Book of United States Coins (The Red Book)