What does no S Proof mean?

By Jaime Hernandez May 6, 2013. The 1968-S Proof Dime is the first date for the Roosevelt Dime

Roosevelt Dime

The Roosevelt dime is the current dime, or ten-cent piece, of the United States. Struck by the United States Mint continuously since 1946, it displays President Franklin D. Roosevelt on the obverse and was authorized soon after his death in 1945.

https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Roosevelt_dime

Roosevelt dime - Wikipedia

Proofs where a coin was missing the "S" mint mark. There are other coins that are lacking a mint mark but these are usually a result of over polishing or grease filled dies.

What does no s mean on coins?

Starting in 1968, the proof coins in these sets were supposed to be minted with an “S” mintmark for San Francisco, the US Mint facility that produces these pieces. A few sets from selected years were accidentally released to the public without the intended S mintmark, however, and are known today as “No S Proofs.”

How can you tell if you have a 1975 No S Proof dime?

The coin on the right is a typical example of a 1975-S Proof Roosevelt dime. This example has mirrored fields and frosted devices. It carries the S mintmark of San Francisco. Any Proof coin struck by the San Francisco Mint that does not have an S mintmark was struck that way in error and is potentially valuable.

How much is a 1975 No S Proof dime worth?

A genuine Proof 1975-S Roosevelt, No S dime sold for $456,000 in 2019, but it is one of only two known. Common “no Mint mark” coins of face value are being offered in online auctions for exorbitant prices.

How many 1968 No S dimes are there?

The 1968 No S Dime does not seem to come up for sale often. The auction prices realized indicate that the coin has surfaced in a public auction a total of only 19 times in the past 12 years.

The Universal S

Are dimes with no mintmark valuable?

If you find one of those in circulation, it's common. It's worth face value. However, there are two 1975 dimes without Mint marks that are rare and are valuable, but these are found in Proof sets. In 1975, the San Francisco Mint struck a small number of Proof Roosevelt dimes without that facility's S Mint mark.

How do you tell if a dime is a proof?

Appearance. Proof coins are struck twice instead of just once like regular coins, but this one extra strike gives the coins a much shinier, clean-looking finish and makes the intricate details of the design pop. Most proofs can be identified by their mirror-like background.

What dime is worth a million dollars?

The 1894-S Barber dime is a dime produced in the United States Barber coinage. It is one of the rarest and most highly prized United States coins for collectors, along with the 1804 dollar and the 1913 Liberty Head nickel. One was sold in 2005 for $1.3 million, and another for $1.9 million in 2007.

Are there any rare dimes?

1975 No-S Roosevelt Dime

The 1975 No-S proof Roosevelt dime is one of the most valuable of all modern coins. Just two known specimens exist. The most recent sale realized $456,000—nearly a half-million dollars. It's not hard to see why this coin is worth so much.

How much is a 1965 dime worth with no mint mark?

The value of no mint mark dime coin in average condition can be estimated at around 10 cents, but one in certified mint state (MS+) condition may be worth as much as $3.

Are Proof coins worth anything?

Rarity: Proof coins are less common than general uncirculated coins, making them highly collectable. Value: Proof coins are typically considered more valuable (but this is not always the case). Condition: Proof coins are shipped in exceptional condition and are usually free from any visual blemishes.

What is the rarest mint mark on a coin?

How much is the 1969 s penny worth?

Circulated 1969-S doubled die cents are generally worth $10,000 USD and up, while uncirculated specimens typically sell for $35,000 to $50,000 or more.

What is the rarest penny?

1958 Double Die Lincoln Penny - About $336,000

Due to an error involving a double stamping that affected the lettering on the front of the penny, this rare coin is highly coveted by collectors. Only three examples are known to exist, and one in great condition sold at auction in 2018 from about $336,000.

What is the rarest quarter?

Why is my coin black?

It is primarily the result of oxygen and/or sulfur reacting with the coin's metal. However, the toning process can be accelerated by heat, moisture, and various chemicals in the environment. Some of the most harmful chemicals to coins can be found in cheap coin holders and coin folders.

Are all S coins proofs?

All proof coins from 1968 and on have the "S" mintmark on them. A few didn't get this mark in error, and they are very rate and valuable if you happen upon one. In 1973, the dollar was added to the proof sets each year, but was then removed in 1982.

Is proof or uncirculated better?

What is the difference between Proof, Brilliant Uncirculated and bullion coins? Proof coins are the highest standard of commemorative coin produced by The Royal Mint. Brilliant Uncirculated coins and bullion coins are struck to a similar standard, without the extra finishing and detail provided on Proof coins.

What makes a 1964 dime rare?

This transitional error coin was struck when the United States Mint was moving from the production of 90% silver Roosevelt dimes to making the ten-cent coin from copper-nickel clad. The 1964 clad Roosevelt dime is a rare coin with only a handful of specimens, and these are worth four figures or more.

Which dimes are worth keeping?

What makes a 1964 nickel rare?

A full steps coin has at least five steps of the home in perfect condition, good relief, and no minting defects. A full steps attribute redefines the coin's value, making it a preference of many coin collectors. 1964 Jefferson Nickel coins having full steps are rare, hence in high demand.