Price Guide for 1973 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.

1973 Dime (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1.00 – $1,020.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $0.99 – $6.50
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $550.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 – $2.00
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $375.00
1973-D Dime, FB (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $84.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $6.39 – $399.95
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $525.00
1973-D Dime (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $196.00
    Uncirculated: $3.00 – $57.20
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $99.90
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 – $2.00
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $65.00
1973-S Dime, DCAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $7.00 – $7,050.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $27.55
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $1,300.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $1,150.00
1973-S Dime (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $17.00
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $978.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $43.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $3.00 – $8.00
1973 Dime, FB (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $89.00 – $426.53
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $2.00 – $167.50
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $2,650.00
1973-S Dime, CAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $10.00 – $16.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $20.50
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4.00 – $10.00

Design and Specifications of the 1973 Dime

The 1973 Roosevelt Dime continued the design introduced in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who passed away in 1945. This coin marked the 28th year of the Roosevelt Dime series, which remains in circulation today. The year 1973 was significant as it was during the height of the Watergate scandal, adding historical context to coins minted this year.

Weight 2.27 grams
Diameter 17.9 mm
Mint Marks P, D, S
Composition 75% copper, 25% nickel clad over a pure copper core
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 a 1973 Roosevelt Dime significantly impacts its value, particularly for circulation strikes. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are more valuable than circulated examples. For circulation strikes, coins in MS65 and above can command premium prices, with those in MS67 and above being quite scarce and valuable.

For proof coins, the presence of cameo or deep cameo contrast can significantly increase value. Proof coins in grades PR69 and PR70 are highly sought after by collectors.

Philadelphia, P

Mintage: 424,748,384

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date collectors

Denver, D

Mintage: 481,532,076

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date collectors

San Francisco, S

Mintage: 2,760,339

Rarity Scale: Common for proofs

Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Uncommon in grades PR70

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate among proof set collectors

Strike quality is particularly important for Roosevelt Dimes. Well-struck coins with full bands (complete horizontal lines on the torch) are more desirable and valuable. Luster also plays a crucial role, with coins exhibiting bright, original mint luster being more sought after.

Toning can significantly impact value, especially for proof coins. Natural, attractive toning can enhance a coin’s appeal and value, while unattractive or artificial toning can decrease it. For the 1973 dimes, any major mint errors or die varieties, though rare, could substantially increase value if discovered.

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