1949-S Roosevelt Dime AU
Semi-Numismatic
1949-S Roosevelt Dime AU
This 10 cent piece from 1949 belongs to the modern era of United States coinage, carrying a rich silver composition of 90% purity, which equates to 0.0715 troy ounces of precious metal. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this coin bears the distinctive 'S' mint mark, identifying its West Coast origin to history enthusiasts and curious observers alike. The obverse of the coin displays a profile of Franklin D. Roosevelt, accompanied by the inscriptions "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE TRUST" alongside the 1949 date. On the reverse, the design features three distinct symbols arranged from left to right: an olive branch representing peace, a central torch symbolizing liberty, and an oak branch signifying strength. The reverse inscriptions include "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "ONE DIME", alongside the traditional motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM". This particular specimen is preserved in Almost Uncirculated condition, showing excellent detail from its original production.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1949 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Almost Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 10 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.0715 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
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