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1959 Roosevelt Dime
Dimes · Roosevelt Dimes · 1946–present
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Mintage | 86,929,291 |
| 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-2139 |
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About this coinHistory
Philadelphia struck 86,929,291 Roosevelt dimes in 1959. Alaska became the 49th state in January and Hawaii the 50th in August, completing the territorial expansion of the United States. The economy was recovering from the 1958 recession, and dime production returned to healthier levels. The 1959 is common in all grades.
Price GuideTypical retail prices for problem-free examples.
Educational
| 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–$6.50 |
| MS-60 | Uncirculated (MS) | $6.50–$7 |
| 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.
Other Varieties & References
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Key Varieties
No major varieties are known for this issue.
View all Roosevelt Dimes varieties →References
- 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)