1998-D (Denver) Roosevelt Dimes

Coin / United States of America / 1998 / Denver / Roosevelt Dimes / 10ยข (Ten Cents, Dime)

This coin is a 1998 Roosevelt Dime, minted in Denver (designated by the 'D' mint mark). As part of the Roosevelt Dime series, it features the profile of President Franklin D. Roosevelt on the obverse, a design that has been in use since its introduction in 1946. The coin has a denomination of 10 cents (or one dime) and is composed of a copper-nickel clad copper material. It has a diameter of 17.9 mm and a weight of 2.27 grams, which are standard specifications for this denomination. The 1998 Roosevelt Dime was produced as a mint strike, indicating that it was struck at the mint specifically for circulation. With a mintage of 1,172,250,000, this particular dime was produced in significant quantities, making it relatively common among collectors. The coin's design includes the torch, olive branch, and oak branch on the reverse, symbolizing liberty, peace, and strength respectively. In summary, this 1998 Denver mint Roosevelt Dime represents a piece of American numismatic history, showcasing both craftsmanship and the enduring legacy of President Roosevelt, while serving as a functional piece of currency in the United States.

currency USD
currency-amount 0.1
diameter 17.9
height 0
material Copper-Nickel clad Copper
mint-mark D
mintage 1172250000
type Coins
weight 2.27
width 0
year-display 1998