Price Guide for 2004 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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eBayUncirculated: $56.55 – $275.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $60.00Uncirculated: $65.00 – $275.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $39.00 – $1,380.00
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eBayUncirculated: $3.25 – $199.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $225.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $13.00Uncirculated: $13.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $74.88
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $2.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $35.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $7.00 – $40.00
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eBayUncirculated: $5.68 – $149.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $70.00
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eBayCirculated: $4.25Uncirculated: $2.25 – $49.98
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $2.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $425.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $188.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $50.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4.00 – $18.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $7.00 – $150.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $207.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4.00 – $20.00
Design and Specifications of the 2004 Dime
The 2004 Roosevelt Dime continues the long-standing design introduced in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This coin marks the 58th year of the Roosevelt Dime series, which has been a staple of American coinage for decades. The year 2004 saw continued high production of dimes to meet circulation needs in a growing economy.
| Weight | 2.27 grams |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 17.91 mm |
| Mint Marks | P, D, S |
| 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, oak branch, and olive branch, designed by John R. Sinnock |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 2004 Roosevelt Dimes. While circulated examples are extremely common and generally worth only face value, uncirculated coins can command a premium. Coins in MS65 (gem) condition or higher are considerably scarcer and more valuable due to the difficulty in preserving such a high grade through the minting and distribution process.
For proof coins, grades of PR69 and PR70 are highly sought after by collectors, with perfect PR70 examples commanding significant premiums. The presence of strong strikes, full luster, and absence of contact marks or blemishes greatly enhances the value of both circulation strikes and proofs.
Mintage: 1,457,400,000
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 collected as part of complete date sets
Mintage: 1,467,200,000
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 collected as part of complete date sets
Mintage: 2,125,103
Rarity Scale: Common for proofs
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in most proof grades, but scarce in perfect (PR70) condition
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, collected by proof set enthusiasts
Toning can significantly impact the desirability and value of 2004 Dimes. Natural, attractive toning patterns, especially on proof coins, can increase collector interest and value. Additionally, any major mint errors or die varieties, though rare for this year, could potentially add substantial value to a coin.
While not typically considered a key date, 2004 Dimes in exceptionally high grades (MS67+ for circulation strikes or PR70 for proofs) can command strong premiums due to their relative scarcity in such pristine condition. The overall market for modern dimes remains steady, with most interest coming from date set collectors and those assembling high-grade registry sets.
