But that’s not the only place to find rare dimes! 1885-S Liberty Seated dime - $500+ Barber DimesĪ lot of us are looking for coins in our pocket change, and that’s a great way to start your search for the great rarities.1873 doubled die Liberty Seated dime - $500+.1859, Obverse of 1859 with Stars, Reverse of 1860 Liberty Seated dime - $5,000+.Here’s a list of rare dimes by year, and their values: Early Dimes 1796-1837 OK, are you ready to start searching for the really rare dimes - those that are worth $100 or more in Good condition or better?īreak out the coin loupe and start checking your change! 1996-W Roosevelt dime - $10+ What Years Of Dimes Are Valuable, Specifically?.

Here’s a breakdown on some of the major ones since 1916:

Semi-key dates - Semi-key date coins are pretty much anything that’s between common and rare.

Error dimes - Dimes with off-center strikes, die breaks, and broadstrikes vary in value on a case-by-case basis but are generally worth $5 to $25+.

Pre-1965 silver dimes include Barber dimes, Mercury dimes, and Roosevelt dimes.

All pre-1965 silver dimes - These are made from a 90% silver composition.

Maybe you’ll have better luck than I’ve had so far! What Are The Most Valuable Dimes, Generally?īefore I dive into the list of rare dimes worth a bankroll or so apiece, let me share with you a rundown on dimes that aren’t exactly rare but worth significantly more than face value. However, I’m still looking for some truly rare and valuable dimes. I’ve actually managed to find some 90% silver dimes, a few minor error dimes, and the like. Of course, finding rare dimes is easier said than done… let me tell you! Rare dimes are valuable collectibles that many coin collectors hope to find.

Mercury dime 1942 s