Price Guide for 1998 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 PriceCirculated: $40.00 – $9,200.00Uncirculated: $1.00 – $4,465.00
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eBayCirculated: $1.48Uncirculated: $0.99 – $225.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $2.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $65.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1.00 – $44.00
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eBayCirculated: $3.02Uncirculated: $4.14 – $158.05
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $2.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $275.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10.00 – $646.25
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eBayUncirculated: $18.00 – $895.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5.00 – $750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $11.00 – $4,602.00
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eBayUncirculated: $4.25 – $827.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4.00 – $1,200.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $7.00 – $633.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $167.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4.00 – $20.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $8.00 – $428.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $199.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4.00 – $25.00
Design and Specifications of the 1998 Dime
The 1998 Roosevelt Dime continued the long-standing design that was first introduced in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This year marked the 52nd anniversary of the Roosevelt Dime, which has become one of the most enduring coin designs in U.S. history.
The late 1990s saw increased coin production to meet the demands of a growing economy, resulting in relatively high mintages for circulation strikes.
| Weight | 2.27 grams |
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| Diameter | 17.91 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia), D (Denver), S (San Francisco – Proof only) |
| 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
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1998 Roosevelt Dimes. While circulated examples are generally worth only face value, uncirculated coins can command a premium. Coins in MS65 condition or higher are considerably scarcer and more valuable.
For proof coins, cameo and deep cameo contrasts between the frosted design elements and mirrored fields can significantly enhance value, especially in grades PR67 and above.
Mintage: 1,248,000,000
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 of interest to date and mint mark collectors
Mintage: 1,575,000,000
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 of interest to date and mint mark collectors
Mintage: 2,134,495
Rarity Scale: Common (for proofs)
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, but scarce in perfect (PR70) condition
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, popular among proof set collectors
Strike quality is particularly important for 1998 Roosevelt Dimes. Well-struck coins with full bands (complete horizontal lines on the torch) are more desirable and valuable to collectors.
Toning can also impact value, with attractively toned specimens often commanding a premium. However, any signs of cleaning or environmental damage can severely decrease a coin’s worth.
While not particularly rare, 1998 dimes in superb gem condition (MS67 or higher) can be valuable due to their scarcity in such high grades.
