coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) \ Roosevelt Dimes \ 1979 \ Philadelphia
The Roosevelt Dime is a ten-cent coin that has been in circulation in the United States since 1946, featuring a portrait of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The 1979 Roosevelt Dime minted in Philadelphia is notable for its composition of 91.67% copper and 8.33% nickel, weighing 2.5 grams. Collectors often seek to acquire specific mint marks, such as those from Philadelphia (no mint mark), to complete their collections or as investment pieces. The Roosevelt Dime series includes coins of varying conditions and rarities, which can significantly affect their market value.
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1979-P (Philadelphia) Roosevelt Dimes | 10¢ (Ten Cents, Dime) | Roosevelt Dimes | 1979 | Philadelphia |