What is a 1961 silver dime worth?
Robert Miller
Updated on April 08, 2026
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1961 Roosevelt Dime value at an average of $2.00, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $12.
How much should a silver dime weigh?
2.268 g
Coin Specifications
| Denomination | Cent | Dime |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.500 g | 2.268 g |
| Diameter | 0.750 in. 19.05 mm | 0.705 in. 17.91 mm |
| Thickness | 1.52 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Edge | Plain | Reeded |
Why is the 1961 D penny worth so much?
1961-D Penny Value As with the 1961 Philly Lincoln cent, 1961-D pennies have been widely saved by the public — due to the value of copper in the coin.
Is a 1946 dime silver?
All Roosevelt dimes minted between 1946 and 1964 are made of silver. Since 1992, proof Roosevelt dimes included in Special Mint Sets are also 90% silver.
How much is a 1943 silver dime worth?
The 1943 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 $27.
Is a penny made in 1961 worth anything?
Most 1961 pennies in circulated condition are only worth their weight in copper. The 1961 penny with no mint mark and the 1961 D penny are each worth around $0.15 in uncirculated condition with an MS-63RB grade. The value is around $0.30 in uncirculated condition with a grade of MS-65RD.
How much does a 1961 D penny cost?
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1961 D Lincoln Penny value at an average of 1 cent, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $75.
How much does a 90% silver dime weigh?
Every one of these coins weighs 2.5 grams or 0.088 troy ounces. So, the pure silver content in these mentioned US 90% silver dimes comes out to approximately 0.0723 troy ounces per coin. Silver Dime Melt Value?
How much is a 1965 silver dime worth?
All pre-1965 silver dimes are silver coins containing 0.0723 troy ounces (2.5 grams) of physical silver weight and value. Older silver dimes are thus worth over 13,800% more than their present-day cupro-nickel versions ($1.39 a silver dime melt value vs just over 1¢ in current dime melt value).
What is the value of a 1964d dime?
1964D –This recognized mint error dime exhibits double striking of the die on the reverse side. It is known as the 1964D Double Die Reverse Error. Coins range from around $10 in Fine condition to around $75 in Mint State.
What is the value of a 1951 dime?
Values range from slightly above melt to $30 in mint state condition. 1951S –Semi Key date. Values range from slightly above melt up to $25 for coins in mint state condition. 1952S –Semi Key date. Values range from slightly above melt up to $25 for specimens in mint state condition.
