United States Roosevelt Dime (Reverse side)

This is a United States Roosevelt Dime, specifically showing the reverse (tails) side of the coin. The image displays the standard reverse design which includes a central liberty torch flanked by an olive branch on the left and an oak branch on the right. These elements represent liberty, peace, and strength, respectively. The inscription 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' arches across the top edge, while the denomination 'ONE DIME' is situated at the bottom. The phrase 'E•PLURIBUS•UNUM' is visible, split between the floral elements. Physically, the coin appears to be a standard circulating strike, which is 17.91 mm in diameter with a reeded edge. The material appears to be the modern cupro-nickel clad over a copper core, indicated by the duller, non-silver sheen, though a specific date cannot be confirmed from this side alone. The coin's condition shows moderate circulation wear; the high points of the torch and the leaves exhibit smoothing and a loss of original mint luster. There is a visible grayish-brown patina or surface grime across the fields, though no major gouges or deep scratches are immediately apparent from this distance. The craftsmanship is consistent with U.S. Mint mass production since the design's introduction in 1946.

I have examined the reverse of this United States Roosevelt Dime via the provided image. The coin displays a standard circulating strike design featuring the torch, olive branch, and oak branch. Based on the dull, grayish-brown color and the visible wear on the high points of the torch flame and leaf veins, this specimen is clearly a cupro-nickel clad issue (post-1964) rather than a 90% silver composition. The authenticity appears consistent with genuine U.S. Mint production, showing standard typography and relief characteristics. In terms of condition, I would grade this coin as 'Circulated' (likely in the range of Very Fine to Extremely Fine). It lacks the original mint luster found on uncirculated specimens and shows significant surface accumulation and minor contact marks. Market demand for circulated modern clad Roosevelt dimes is non-existent beyond their face value, as billions have been minted and they remain in active circulation. There are no visible indicators of rare mint errors or varieties from this angle. For a definitive authentication, I would need to observe the obverse strike to determine the date and mint mark, and perform a weights-and-measures test to confirm it meets the standard 2.27g specification. However, given its common appearance and lack of silver content, its current value is strictly its legal tender denomination. Without a rare date or significant error, professional grading would exceed the coin's total value.