Price Guide for 1947 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.
-
3rd Party PriceCirculated: $7.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $3,220.00
-
eBayCirculated: $0.99 – $5.50Uncirculated: $0.99 – $1,450.00
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $3.00 – $4.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $750.00
-
3rd Party PriceCirculated: $8.00 – $25.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $3,450.00
-
eBayCirculated: $8.50Uncirculated: $2.22 – $900.72
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $2.00 – $4.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $775.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $1,840.00
-
eBayCirculated: $9.95Uncirculated: $0.99 – $600.00
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $2.00 – $4.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $625.00
-
3rd Party PriceCirculated: $36.00Uncirculated: $37.00 – $646.25
-
eBayUncirculated: $55.00 – $240.00
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $18.00Uncirculated: $24.00 – $675.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10.00 – $7,762.00
-
eBayCirculated: $24.50Uncirculated: $9.99 – $629.95
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $8,250.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $11.00 – $3,220.00
-
eBayUncirculated: $8.50 – $699.95
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8.00 – $10,000.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $105.75 – $115.15
-
eBayUncirculated: $6.75 – $300.00
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $20.00 – $200.00
-
eBayUncirculated: $79.95
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $175.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $11.00 – $6,168.75
-
eBayUncirculated: $9.99 – $600.00
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $10,000.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $37.00 – $330.00
-
eBayCirculated: $24.95Uncirculated: $52.65 – $175.00
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $16.00Uncirculated: $22.00 – $450.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $75.00 – $504.00
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $26.00 – $550.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $93.50
-
eBayUncirculated: $105.00 – $114.00
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $20.00Uncirculated: $28.00 – $275.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $119.00
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $40.00 – $500.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $51.00 – $989.00
-
eBayUncirculated: $31.96 – $875.00
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $19.00Uncirculated: $21.00 – $150.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $67.00 – $336.00
-
eBayUncirculated: $325.00
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $22.00Uncirculated: $20.00 – $110.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $511.50
-
eBayUncirculated: $78.77
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $22.00 – $300.00
Design and Specifications of the 1947 Dime
The 1947 Roosevelt Dime was part of the series introduced in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who had passed away in 1945. This coin holds significance as one of the early issues in the Roosevelt Dime series, which continues to be minted today, albeit with a different composition since 1965.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia, no mint mark), D (Denver), S (San Francisco) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| 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 1947 Roosevelt Dimes significantly impacts their value. While circulated examples are common and often worth only their silver content, uncirculated specimens can command substantial premiums. Coins in MS65 (Gem Uncirculated) condition are desirable, but those grading MS66 and above are scarce and highly sought after by collectors.
Key factors affecting condition include:
1. Luster: Original mint luster should be bright and unbroken.
2. Strike quality: Well-struck coins with full details are more valuable.
3. Surface preservation: Minimal contact marks or blemishes are crucial for higher grades.
4. Toning: Natural, attractive toning can enhance value, especially for San Francisco minted coins.
Mintage: 121,520,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 46,835,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 34,840,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Several factors can influence the value of 1947 Roosevelt Dimes beyond their condition:
1. Silver content: As 90% silver coins, they have intrinsic bullion value.
2. Mint mark: San Francisco issues, having the lowest mintage, may command slight premiums.
3. Full Bands: Coins with fully split bands on the torch reverse are more valuable.
4. Historical significance: As an early year of the Roosevelt Dime series, some collectors place added value on 1947 issues.
5. Set completion: Demand may increase from collectors assembling date and mint mark sets.
