1954 Dime

The 1954 Roosevelt dimes have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these silver coins.

Specifications

Type: Roosevelt Dime
Year: 1954
Face Value: $0.10
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Silver Weight: .07234 oz.
Total Weight: 2.5 grams
Current Silver Bullion Value: $4.18

The US minted the 1954 dime with no mint mark and also the 1954 D dime and 1954 S dime. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the reverse side of the coin.

Value

This coin in circulated condition is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $4.18. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $57.82 per ounce.

Most of these coins only sell for a premium above their silver melt value in uncirculated condition.

The 1954 dime with no mint mark is worth around $3.70 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $12.

The 1954 D dime is worth around $3.70 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $9.50.

The 1954 S dime is worth around $3.90 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $11.

Proof coins with no mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $16 in PR 65 condition. There were 233,300 proof coins minted.

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Grading System

MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.

MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.

PR 65 proof- An attractive coin with only small flaws. A few blemishes or contact marks may be present.

Sources:

The Red Book

See also:

1955 Dime
1953 Dime
1952 Dime