Price Guide for 1983 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 PriceUncirculated: $558.13 – $2,232.50
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eBayUncirculated: $5.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $50.00 – $1,800.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $223.25 – $499.38
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eBayUncirculated: $125.30 – $2,030.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $20.00 – $2,200.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $10.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $489.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.99 – $1.25Uncirculated: $1.25 – $611.23
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $2.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $550.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $9.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $299.00
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eBayCirculated: $0.99Uncirculated: $1.02 – $259.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $2.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $100.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2.00 – $690.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $192.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4.00 – $22.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $647.43 – $1,175.00Uncirculated: $7.00 – $10,560.00
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eBayUncirculated: $355.00 – $6,300.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $550.00 – $6,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $61.01
Design and Specifications of the 1983 Dime
The 1983 Roosevelt Dime continues the long-standing design introduced in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This year marked the 38th year of the Roosevelt Dime’s production, showcasing the enduring popularity and significance of this coin in American currency.
The Roosevelt Dime was initially created to commemorate President Roosevelt’s efforts in founding the March of Dimes, a foundation dedicated to combating polio. By 1983, the dime had become a staple of American coinage, with its design remaining largely unchanged since its inception.
| Weight | 2.27 grams |
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| Diameter | 17.91 mm |
| Mint Marks | P, D |
| Composition | 91.67% Copper, 8.33% Nickel (Clad over pure copper core) |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, designed by John R. Sinnock |
| Reverse Design | Torch flanked by olive branch and oak branch, designed by John R. Sinnock |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1983 Roosevelt Dimes significantly impacts their value, especially for high-grade examples. While these coins are common in circulated conditions, uncirculated specimens in MS65 or higher grades can command premium prices.
Factors that affect the coin’s grade and value include:
– Luster: Original mint luster should be intact and vibrant.
– Strike Quality: Well-struck coins with sharp details are more desirable.
– Surface Preservation: Minimal contact marks or blemishes enhance value.
– Toning: Natural, attractive toning can increase appeal to collectors.
For circulated coins, the degree of wear on high points like Roosevelt’s hair and the torch flames on the reverse is crucial in determining grade and value.
Mintage: 730,783,424
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, but scarce in gem (MS65+) condition
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors
Mintage: 1,214,916,994
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, but scarce in gem (MS65+) condition
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors
While the 1983 Roosevelt Dime is generally common, certain factors can enhance its value:
1. Full Bands: Coins with fully separated horizontal bands on the torch are more valuable.
2. Die Varieties: Although no major varieties are known for 1983, any discovered could be of interest to specialists.
3. Proof Versions: Proof coins from San Francisco, while not included in circulation strikes, are valued by collectors for their superior strike and finish.
4. Error Coins: Any significant mint errors, such as off-center strikes or wrong planchets, could carry a premium.
The historical significance of the Roosevelt Dime design and its connection to the March of Dimes foundation can also add to the coin’s appeal for some collectors, though this doesn’t typically affect market value for common date coins like the 1983 issue.
