Silver Dimes

1. Silver Dimes Value List
2. 1946 Silver Dime
3. Silver Dimes For Sale
4. Silver Dimes Melt Value
5. Roosevelt Dime Values

The 1902 Barber dimes have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these silver coins.

Specifications

Type: Barber Dime
Year: 1902
Face Value: $0.10
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Silver Weight: .07234 oz.
Total Weight: 2.5 grams
Current Silver Bullion Value: $1.97

Although the United States Mint began making the Roosevelt dime from copper-nickel clad in 1965, some of the 90% silver dime planchets intended for striking 1964 dimes were stamped by the 1965 dies. And the rest, as they say, is numismatic history. Silver dimes offer an affordable way to accumulate physical silver. Each dime contains just 0.0715 troy ounces of actual silver content, meaning the price per coin is rather modest. And buyers get something that is both trusted and recognizable, because it is an official US coin. 90% Silver Bag Roosevelt Dimes $1000 Face (10000 pcs.) Authorized by the Coinage Act of 1792, the dime is the smallest and thinnest coin in all of the US coins minted. The last circulating silver dimes are dated 1964, and the United States Mint began striking copper-nickel clad dimes in 1965. However, it should be noted that the United States Mint began issuing 90% silver dimes again in 1992 for collectors only. These more recent silver dimes were sold only in proof sets and other special mint products.

The US minted the 1902 dime with no mint mark and also the 1902 O dime and 1902 S dime. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the reverse side of the coin.

Silver Dimes Value List

Value

This coin in circulated condition is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $1.97 as of February 09, 2021. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $27.23 per ounce.

The 1902 dime with no mint mark is worth around $4 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $8 and in extremely fine condition the value is around $25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $125 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $225.

The 1902 O dime is worth around $4 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $32 and in extremely fine condition the value is around $65. In uncirculated condition the price is around $425 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $750.

The 1902 S dime is worth around $9 in good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $80 and in extremely fine condition the value is around $140. In uncirculated condition the price is around $400 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $750.

Proof coins with no mint mark are available and they are valued at around $500 each in PR 63 condition. There were only 777 proof coins minted but mostly all of them were saved by collectors so the value isn't as high as you might expect.

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Grading System

Good- The date and the letters are visible but plain. The word 'LIBERTY' inscribed on Liberty's headband has been completely worn off.

1946 Silver Dime

Very fine- The word 'LIBERTY' inscribed on Liberty's headband is visible but plain.

Extremely fine- The word 'LIBERTY' inscribed on Liberty's headband is sharp. The edges on Liberty's headband are distinct.

MS 60 uncirculated- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.

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.

PR 63 proof- This coin has reflective surfaces and only a few blemishes away from the major focal points. There are no major flaws.

Silver Dimes For Sale

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Silver Dimes Melt Value

See also:

Roosevelt Dime Values

1903 Dime
1901 Dime
1900 Dime