1970 Roosevelt Dime BU
Numismatic
1970 Roosevelt Dime BU
The 1970 Roosevelt dime represents a classic era of modern United States coinage, preserved in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. This ten cent piece showcases the familiar left-facing profile of President Franklin D. Roosevelt on its obverse. Accompanying his portrait are the traditional inscriptions of LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRUST, along with the 1970 date. On the reverse, the design features three distinct symbols of American values arranged from left to right: an olive branch representing peace, a central lit torch symbolizing liberty, and an oak branch signifying strength and independence. The legends UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and ONE DIME frame this central imagery, alongside the Latin motto E PLURIBUS UNUM. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this particular issue is notable for its lack of a mint mark, which was the standard practice for Philadelphia coinage of this era. The coin remains a fascinating specimen for those exploring the evolution of everyday American pocket change.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1970 |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 10 Cents |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
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