USA 1 dime Roosevelt Dime 1960

USA, Denver
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Rarity

Common

Attributes of Coins

RegionUSA
Denomination1 dime
Krause numberKM# 195
Mintage200,200,000
MetalSilver 0.900
thickness1.3 mm
diameter17.91 mm
weight2.5 g
Obverse:
coin obverse image
Head of state
Description:
Franklin D. Roosevelt (32nd President of the USA)
Creators:
John Ray Sinnock (JS)
IN GOD WE TRUST
JS
LIBERTY
Reverse:
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Liberty
Plant
Description:
Oak leavesOlive branchTorch
Creators:
John Ray Sinnock (JS)
E PLURIBUS UNUM
ONE DIME
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Introduction of Coins

1960-D dimes, while very common in Mint State, have proved to be elusive in the higher grades sought by advanced collectors. A high mintage issue that was accorded no respect for decades, most survivors were traded by the canvas bag for years, becoming scarred by many tiny marks. Full Torch gems are especially sought, and they bring a good premium. Several RPM varieties have been cataloged for this issue, and one is distinct enough to be desirable.Read More