1993-S (San Francisco) Roosevelt Dimes

Coin / United States of America / 1993 / San Francisco / Roosevelt Dimes / 10ยข (Ten Cents, Dime)

This coin is a 1993 Proof Roosevelt Dime, minted in San Francisco. It is part of the United States Mint's series of Roosevelt Dimes, which feature the profile of President Franklin D. Roosevelt on the obverse side. This particular dime has a denomination of 10 cents and is made of a copper-nickel clad composition, weighing in at 2.27 grams. The coin measures 17.9 millimeters in diameter. The mint mark on this coin is 'S', indicating its production at the San Francisco Mint. With a total mintage of only 2,633,439 pieces, this coin is more rare compared to many other dimes. The 'Proof' designation signifies that this coin was struck using a special process that results in a high-quality finish, featuring a mirror-like background along with frosted designs, making it a popular choice among collectors. As an example of a modern circulating coin, it represents an essential part of American numismatic history and holds value not only for its face amount of 10 cents but also for its collector appeal, especially in well-preserved condition.

currency USD
currency-amount 0.1
diameter 17.9
height 0
material Copper-Nickel clad Copper
mint-mark S
mintage 2633439
type Coins
weight 2.27
width 0
year-display 1993