Roosevelt Dime (90% Silver) melt value
United States, 1946–1964. Contains 0.07234 troy oz of pure silver. The value below updates with the live spot price.
Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Years | 1946–1964 |
| Denomination | Dime |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Total weight | 2.5 g |
| Purity | .900 (90% silver) |
| Pure silver | 2.250 g (0.07234 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Obverse design | John R. Sinnock |
| Reverse design | John R. Sinnock |
| Face value | $0.10 |
| Standard roll / tube | 50 coins |
Dimes dated 1965 and later are copper-nickel clad with no silver.
Specifications: U.S. Mint specifications and U.S. coinage law.
Common questions
How much silver is in a Roosevelt Dime (90% Silver)?
A Roosevelt Dime (90% Silver) contains 0.07234 troy ounces (2.250 grams) of pure silver. It weighs 2.5 grams in total and is .900 fine.
How is the melt value of a Roosevelt Dime (90% Silver) calculated?
Multiply the pure silver content (0.07234 troy oz) by the current silver spot price. The calculator on this page does this automatically with live prices.
Is a Roosevelt Dime (90% Silver) worth more than melt value?
Often, yes. Scarce dates, certain mint marks and coins in high grade sell to collectors for more than their metal content. Common circulated examples usually trade close to melt. Check the date and mint mark before selling.
Related melt values
Melt value is an estimate of metal content at spot price. It is not an offer, appraisal or measure of collector value.