Price Guide for 1968 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.

1968 Dime No S (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $4,620.00 – $40,250.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $5.24 – $7.79
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $11,500.00 – $50,000.00
1968-D Dime (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $127.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $2.00
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $750.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 – $2.00
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $300.00
1968-D Dime, FB (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $8.00 – $1,380.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $1,495.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $5.00 – $800.00
1968-S Dime (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $26.00
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $196.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $14.00
    Uncirculated: $0.01 – $80.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $3.00 – $10.00
1968 Dime (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $13.00 – $329.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $2.00 – $1,200.00
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $475.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 – $2.00
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $475.00
1968 Dime, FB (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $13.00 – $1,116.25
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $2.05 – $1,250.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $500.00
1968 Dime DDO FS-101 (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $25.00 – $104.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $20.00 – $159.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $5.00 – $20.00
    Uncirculated: $21.00 – $115.00
1968-S Dime, CAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $61.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $2.00 – $2,650.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $3.00 – $20.00
1968-S Dime, DCAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $7.00 – $575.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $5.75 – $203.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $13,500.00
1968 Dime No S, CAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $12,075.00 – $48,875.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $17,500.00 – $62,500.00
1968 Dime No S, DCAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $47,000.00
1968-S Dime DDO FS-102 (020.2) (Proof)
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $13.19 – $332.49
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $46.00 – $315.00
1968-S/S Dime RPM FS-502 (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $423.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $590.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $37.00 – $1,100.00
1968-S/S Dime RPM FS-502, CAM (Proof)
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $1,000.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $200.00 – $1,350.00
1968-S Dime DDR FS-801 (020.3) (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $210.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $172.50 – $429.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $22.00 – $600.00
1968 Dime No S FS-501 (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $24,000.00 – $45,600.00
1968 Dime No S FS-501, DCAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $25,200.00

Design and Specifications of the 1968 Dime

The 1968 Roosevelt Dime marked a significant transition in U.S. coinage. It was the first full year of production for the new clad composition, which replaced the previous silver content. This change was implemented in response to rising silver prices and coin hoarding.

The Roosevelt Dime, first introduced in 1946 to honor the late President Franklin D. Roosevelt, continued to serve as a tribute to his leadership during the Great Depression and World War II.

Weight 2.27 grams
Diameter 17.91 mm
Mint Marks P (Philadelphia), D (Denver)
Composition 91.67% Copper, 8.33% Nickel (Clad)
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

The condition of 1968 Dimes significantly impacts their value, especially for high-grade examples. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are more valuable, with premium prices for those grading MS65 or higher.

Key factors affecting condition include:

1. Luster: Original mint luster should be present and unbroken.
2. Strike quality: Well-struck coins with sharp details are more desirable.
3. Surface preservation: Minimal contact marks or blemishes enhance value.

Philadelphia, P

Mintage: 424,470,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, slightly scarcer in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, primarily for high-grade examples

Denver, D

Mintage: 480,748,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, slightly scarcer in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, primarily for high-grade examples

Additional factors that can influence the value of 1968 Dimes include:

1. Toning: Natural, attractive toning can increase desirability among collectors.
2. Die state: Late die state coins with interesting die cracks or cuds may command a premium.
3. Full Bands: Coins with fully separated bands on the torch (reverse) are more valuable.
4. Mint State grade: Even small differences in grade (e.g., MS66 vs. MS67) can significantly affect value.

While not particularly rare, high-grade 1968 Dimes are sought after by collectors assembling high-quality sets, driving demand for exceptional examples.

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