Price Guide for 1957 Dime Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $8.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $863.00
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eBayCirculated: $1.00Uncirculated: $1.27 – $670.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $3.00 – $4.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $325.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $2,588.00
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eBayCirculated: $338.33Uncirculated: $1.25 – $1,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $3.00 – $4.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $1,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $5.00 – $246.75
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eBayUncirculated: $3.04 – $664.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $6.00Uncirculated: $7.00 – $150.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10.00 – $4,025.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2.98 – $361.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $8,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $19.00 – $2,233.00
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eBayUncirculated: $16.03 – $1,240.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $4,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $11.00 – $1,057.50
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eBayUncirculated: $11.20 – $484.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $11.00 – $425.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $63.00 – $4,112.50
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eBayUncirculated: $35.00 – $945.25
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $18.00 – $3,750.00
Design and Specifications of the 1957 Dime
The 1957 Roosevelt Dime continues the series that began in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who passed away in 1945. This coin holds significance as part of the last decade of 90% silver dimes before the transition to clad composition in 1965. The Roosevelt Dime design has remained largely unchanged since its introduction, making it one of the longest-running unchanged coin designs in U.S. history.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
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| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia, no mint mark), D (Denver) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, designed by John R. Sinnock |
| Reverse Design | Torch flanked by olive and oak branches, designed by John R. Sinnock |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in determining the value of 1957 Roosevelt Dimes. While circulated examples are generally worth their silver melt value, uncirculated coins can command significant premiums.
For circulation strikes, coins in MS65 and MS66 grades are relatively common, but MS67 and above are scarce and highly sought after. Full Bands (FB) designation, indicating sharp strike quality on the torch’s bands, can significantly increase value, especially in higher grades.
For proof issues, grades of PR67 and below are common, but PR68 and above, especially with deep cameo contrast, can be valuable.
Mintage: 113,655,756
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, primarily driven by silver content and high-grade examples
Mintage: 136,730,900
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, primarily driven by silver content and high-grade examples
Mintage: 1,247,952
Rarity Scale: Common for proof issues
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR67, scarce in PR68 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, popular among proof set collectors
Several factors can influence the value of 1957 Roosevelt Dimes beyond condition:
1. Silver content: As 90% silver coins, their base value is tied to the current silver spot price.
2. Toning: Natural, attractive toning can enhance appeal and value, especially on proof issues.
3. Strike quality: Sharply struck coins, particularly those with Full Bands (FB) designation, are more desirable.
4. Die state: Late die state coins with interesting die deterioration characteristics may appeal to specialists.
5. Preservation: Original, unaltered surfaces are preferred over cleaned or damaged coins.
