Dimes are more valuable than their face value primarily for coins minted before 1965, which are composed of 90% silver. These dimes, often referred to as "silver dimes," include those minted in 1964 and earlier. In addition, dimes from certain years or with specific mint marks may have numismatic value beyond their silver content. Therefore, collectors often find dimes from 1964 and earlier to be more valuable than their face value.
The most valuable U.S. dimes are typically the rare 1894-S Barber dime, which can fetch prices exceeding $1.9 million at auction, particularly in high-grade condition. Other valuable dimes include the 1916 Mercury dime and certain varieties of the 1942, 1943, and 1944 Mercury dimes, which can also be worth thousands due to their rarity and collector demand. Additionally, uncirculated or error dimes can significantly increase in value.
Dimes have been made from 1796 to 2010 with 7 different series, so which ones are you asking about?
In general, the earlier dates are less common and more valuable than later years. Most dimes before the 1930s have some premium. Coins from WWII generally sell for around melt value.
No, no proof dimes were made in 1944.
It's not that simple. It depends on the coin's date and condition. Sometimes Mercury dimes from Denver are the most valuable, sometimes San Francisco. See the link page below for prices by mint mark and condition.
No, nor are any U.S. dimes. Mercury dimes are made of silver and copper, neither of which are magnetic.
A kilogram is about 2.2 pounds , a kg. of dimes would be worth 2.2 times more than a lb.
Yes, many. > Any dime dated 1964 or earlier is made of a 90% silver alloy so its melt value is about 0.07 times the current price of 1 troy ounce of silver. > Early-date Roosevelt dimes and nearly all Mercury dimes have a collector value of at least $2 or $3. Mercury dimes' values can be considerably higher, depending on their date, mint mark, and condition. > Older dimes (Barber, Liberty seated, etc.) can bring a significant premium depending again on date, mint mark, and condition.
The most valuable is a error coin, the 1982 dime with no P mint mark. It has a value of $110.00
Any dimes minted before 1965 contain 90% silver and are at least worth the metal content.
Please check your pocket change. The Philadelphia mint produced about 1.37 BILLION dimes in 2001 so they're not scarce, rare, or valuable (other than 10 cents, of course).