Price Guide for 1965 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: $5.00 – $8,625.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $805.00
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eBayCirculated: $2.25 – $500.00Uncirculated: $0.99 – $1,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $2.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $1,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $8.00 – $3,819.00
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eBayUncirculated: $8.50 – $4,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $4,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $188.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $207.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.25 – $2,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $3.00 – $500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $13.00 – $2,585.00
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eBayUncirculated: $22.00 – $330.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $7.00 – $2,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $32.00 – $2,128.00
Design and Specifications of the 1965 Dime
The 1965 Dime marks a significant transition in U.S. coinage. It was the first year of the new clad composition, replacing the previous 90% silver content due to rising silver prices. This change was part of the Coinage Act of 1965, which aimed to address coin shortages and reduce production costs.
Notably, no mint marks were used on any U.S. coins from 1965 to 1967, regardless of where they were minted, as part of an effort to discourage hoarding by collectors.
| Weight | 2.27 grams |
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| Diameter | 17.91 mm |
| Mint Marks | No mint marks used in 1965 |
| Composition | 91.67% Copper, 8.33% Nickel (Clad) |
| Obverse Design | Profile 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
The condition of 1965 Dimes can significantly impact their value, especially in higher grades. While these coins are common in circulated condition, uncirculated examples with full luster and minimal contact marks can command a premium.
Strike quality is generally good for this year, but coins with exceptionally sharp details and full bands (complete horizontal lines on the torch) are more desirable. The absence of toning is typically preferred for these clad coins, unlike their silver predecessors.
Mintage: 1,652,100,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, but scarce in gem (MS65+) condition
Varieties Errors: None significant for this year
Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest for type sets or as examples of the new clad composition
As the first year of clad composition, 1965 Dimes hold historical significance, which can slightly increase their value to collectors interested in transitional issues. However, their high mintage generally keeps prices modest.
Some collectors seek special mint set examples from 1965, which have a superior finish compared to regular strikes. These can command a small premium over standard uncirculated coins.
While major errors are rare for this issue, any significant mint errors such as off-center strikes or wrong planchet errors could greatly increase the coin’s value due to their scarcity.
