This coin is a 1964 Roosevelt Dime, part of the United States Mint series featuring President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Minted in Philadelphia, it displays the "P" mint mark, which indicates that this particular coin was produced at the Philadelphia Mint facility. The Roosevelt Dime has a denomination of ten cents (10¢) and is made from silver, a significant characteristic for collectors, as it was one of the last years that dimes were struck in this precious metal. The coin has a diameter of 17.9 mm and a weight of 2.5 grams, standard for dimes of this era. Specially noted is the fact that this dime was produced as a Proof coin, which means it was struck using specially polished dies and is typically of a higher visual quality compared to circulation strikes. With a mintage of 3,950,762 coins, this proof version offers a limited availability that may appeal to numismatists and collectors alike. Overall, the 1964 Roosevelt Dime is not just a piece of currency; it represents a significant historical context, commemorating the legacy of a president greatly admired for his leadership during turbulent times in American history. Collectors value such coins for their artistry, historical relevance, and precious metal content.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.1 |
| diameter | 17.9 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Silver |
| mint-mark | P |
| mintage | 3950762 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 2.5 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1964 |