Roosevelt Silver Dime Appraisal

1966 Roosevelt Dime

The item is a United States dime, specifically a Roosevelt dime minted in 1966. It is circular in shape and appears to be made of a silver-colored metallic alloy, consistent with the clad composition (75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper core) used for dimes starting in 1965. The obverse features a profile portrait of Franklin D. Roosevelt facing left, with the word 'LIBERTY' curving along the top rim and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' visible below his chin. The minting year '1966' is clearly legible at the bottom right. The surface exhibits moderate wear consistent with circulation, particularly on higher points of the portrait and lettering, indicating a circulated condition rather than uncirculated. There are some visible scratches and minor abrasions on the surface, but no significant damage like heavy gouges or bends is apparent. A slight darkening or toning is observable across the coin's surface, which is typical for older circulated coinage, presenting a somewhat duller luster compared to a freshly minted coin. The rim appears mostly intact. The craftsmanship is standard for a mass-produced coin of this era.