Price Guide for 1960 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: $6.00 – $28.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $196.00
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eBayCirculated: $1.25 – $30.99Uncirculated: $1.94 – $324.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $4.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $65.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $14.00Uncirculated: $7.00 – $763.75
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eBayUncirculated: $1.99 – $650.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $3.00 – $4.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $400.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10.00 – $2,232.50
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eBayUncirculated: $5.00 – $405.88
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $8,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $99.00 – $364.25
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eBayUncirculated: $279.94
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $10.00 – $38.00Uncirculated: $42.00 – $475.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $9.00 – $40.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $529.00
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eBayCirculated: $22.00 – $50.00Uncirculated: $1.99 – $211.09
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $600.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $12.00 – $2,937.50
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eBayUncirculated: $5.00 – $3,450.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $3,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $7.00 – $534.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.99 – $279.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $80.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $16.00 – $1,265.00
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eBayUncirculated: $10.50 – $749.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $16.00 – $550.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $63.00 – $960.00
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eBayUncirculated: $26.11 – $995.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $200.00 – $600.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,000.00 – $1,250.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,250.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $55.00 – $1,160.90
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eBayCirculated: $38.75 – $159.63Uncirculated: $37.00 – $200.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $30.00 – $225.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $204.00 – $228.00
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eBayUncirculated: $143.50 – $500.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $50.00 – $1,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $79.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2,505.15
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $85.00 – $2,200.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $144.00 – $1,920.00
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eBayUncirculated: $371.77
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $100.00 – $2,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $156.00 – $504.00
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eBayUncirculated: $549.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $60.00 – $650.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $67.00 – $270.25
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eBayUncirculated: $32.00 – $499.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $10.00 – $325.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $141.00 – $264.00
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eBayUncirculated: $93.00 – $400.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $20.00 – $185.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $99.88 – $381.88
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $26.00 – $375.00
Design and Specifications of the 1960 Dime
The 1960 Roosevelt Dime continued the series that began in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who passed away in 1945. This year marked the last of the 90% silver dimes before the composition changed to copper-nickel clad in 1965 due to rising silver prices.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
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| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (no mint mark), D, S |
| 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 1960 Roosevelt Dimes. Circulated examples are generally worth their silver melt value, while uncirculated coins can command significant premiums.
For circulation strikes, coins in MS65 and above are highly sought after by collectors. Full Bands (FB) designation, indicating fully struck horizontal lines on the torch, can significantly increase value.
For proof coins, cameo and deep cameo contrast between the frosted devices and mirrored fields is highly desirable and can substantially increase value.
Mintage: 70,390,000
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, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 200,160,000
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, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 1,691,602
Rarity Scale: Common for proofs
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, higher for cameo and deep cameo specimens
Luster quality is an important factor for uncirculated coins. Brilliant, frosty luster is preferred over dull or subdued surfaces.
Strike quality affects value, with sharply struck coins commanding premiums. This is particularly important for the Full Bands (FB) designation.
Toning can significantly impact value. Natural, attractive toning can enhance a coin’s appeal and value, while unattractive or artificial toning can decrease value.
As the last year of 90% silver composition before the 1965 change, some collectors may place a premium on high-grade examples of 1960 dimes.
