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1957 Franklin D. Roosevelt Dime
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Key Fact
Description
This is a United States dime, specifically a Roosevelt dime, minted in 1957. The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Franklin D. Roosevelt, designed by John R. Sinnock, with the inscriptions "LIBERTY", "IN GOD WE TRUST", and the year "1957". The reverse depicts a torch flanked by an olive branch and an oak branch, also designed by Sinnock. The coin is made of a silver and copper composition and has a reeded edge.
History
The Roosevelt dime was first minted in 1946, following the death of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Its design was created by John R. Sinnock, the Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint. The dime's introduction marked a significant change in U.S. coinage, replacing the Mercury dime. The portrait of Roosevelt was chosen to honor his legacy and leadership during World War II.
Facts
This particular dime is a standard circulation strike from 1957, a year with substantial mint production. While many Roosevelt dimes were struck in silver, dimes minted after 1964 are made of a copper-nickel clad composition. The design's symbolism is notable, with the torch representing liberty, the olive branch peace, and the oak branch strength.
Value Fact
Circulated 1957 Roosevelt dimes typically have a low numismatic value, often selling for their silver melt value if they are pre-1965 silver dimes, or a few cents above face value for common dates in circulated condition. The market demand is steady, driven by collectors of U.S. coinage and those seeking silver dimes for their intrinsic metal content.
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