1944 Dime Value

 

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  • 1946 Roosevelt Dime
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Coin Info

$1.97
United States
Silver Coin
0.07234 t oz
1944
$0.10 USD
344,193,500
U.S. Mint
1946

After 29 years, the Winged Liberty Head dime – otherwise known as the Mercury dime – was retired following 1945. It was that year, on April 12, that 32nd United States president Franklin Delano Roosevelt died. Roosevelt, who was stricken with polio in 1921, founded the March of Dimes to fight polio. So, upon his death, leaders of the U.S. government found it fitting to honor the fallen leader by depicting him on the obverse of the dime. On the reverse is a torch that signifies Liberty, an olive branch that symbolizes peace, and an oak branch that promises independence and strength.

The Roosevelt dime was designed in 1946 by John R. Sinnock, the same man who would soon design the Franklin half dollar. When the Roosevelt dime was introduced, it was met with overwhelming support from a public that was still mourning the loss of the president who helped lead them through the harrowing depths of the Great Depression and the horrendous World War II.

1944 Dime Value

The first Roosevelt dimes were minted in huge quantities, which are listed below:

  • 1946 – 255,250,000; $3

  • 1946-D – 61,043,500; $3

  • 1946-S – 27,900,000; $3

*Values are for coins in a grade of Extremely Fine 40.

None of the 1946 dimes is particularly scarce, and they can be readily found in grades ranging from Good through the upper Mint State grades at generally affordable prices. Most coin dealers should have a substantial supply on hand, which means there are plenty of opportunities to find 1946 dimes that suit your costs.

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The 1944 Mercury dimes have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these silver coins.

Specifications

Type: Mercury Dime
Year: 1944
Face Value: $0.10
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Silver Weight: .07234 oz.
Total Weight: 2.5 grams
Current Silver Bullion Value: $1.97

1944

Mercury dimes are also known as Winged Liberty Head dimes. The US minted the 1944 dime with no mint mark and also the 1944 D dime and 1944 S dime. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the reverse side of the coin.

1944
SeriesLocationQuantity Minted
1944Philadelphia231,410,000
1944 DDenver62,224,000
1944 SSan Francisco49,490,000

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 1944 dime with no mint mark is worth around $3 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $3.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $6 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $25.

The 1944 D dime and the 1944 S dime have similar values. In very fine condition the value is around $3 and in extremely fine condition the value is around $3.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $7 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $30.

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Grading System

Very fine- Each of the diagonal bands are completely visible.

Extremely fine- There is only a small amount of wear on the diagonal bands. Liberty's braids and the hair before her ear are completely visible.

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

1944

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

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