New 2022 Dime Error?
Is the viral “2022 Burning Branch Dime Error” really worth the excitement… or is it just another overhyped social-media myth? At PennyVerse.info, we break down what this coin actually is, how to identify it, and whether it’s truly valuable.
💰 Why This “New Error” Is Making Noise
Recently, collectors have circulated claims that a 2022 Roosevelt Dime with a “burning branch” error sold for $13.50. It’s interesting, yes — but is it rare? Let’s dive into the facts.
This coin appears to show a strikethrough error on the branch of the reverse design. To understand its value, you must first understand the coin itself and how real mint errors work.
🔍 What a Normal 2022 Dime Looks Like
Before identifying errors, confirm the coin is authentic and from 2022.
➤ Obverse (Front) – Roosevelt’s Profile
- Franklin D. Roosevelt portrait
- Date: 2022
- Mint mark: “P” or “D” above the date
➤ Reverse (Back) – Torch, Olive & Oak Branches
The traditional symbols appear as always:
- Torch – Liberty
- Olive branch – Peace
- Oak branch – Strength
- Standard inscriptions: “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “ONE DIME”
🔥 What Is the “Burning Branch” or Strikethrough Error?
A strikethrough occurs when foreign material (grease, debris, cloth, metal shavings, etc.) gets between the die and the planchet during minting.
When struck:
✔ Part of the design becomes weak, missing, or distorted
✔ This can affect the torch or the branches
✔ It can look like a “burned,” “melted,” or “gouged-out” area
This is NOT a major mint error.
It’s a temporary press anomaly — the kind that happens frequently in modern minting.
💲 Realistic Value: Is $13.50 Impressive?
A recent online sale for $13.50 is not considered high value in the error coin world.
Understanding Error Value:
- Major Errors
Doubled dies, off-center strikes, mules, wrong-planchet strikes, etc.
→ These can be worth hundreds to millions. - Minor Errors
Die chips, cracks, grease fills (like this one), mild strikethroughs
→ Usually worth $1–$20, depending on visual impact
So where does the 2022 dime fall?
➡ $13.50 is typical for a minor anomaly, boosted mainly by social media hype, novelty, and impulse buyers.
🧠 Why Some Errors Become Valuable
To understand real rarity, evaluate these:
✔ 1. Rarity
One-of-a-kind? Or thousands?
✔ 2. Visual Impact
Dramatic? Or small and barely visible?
✔ 3. Type of Error
Die creation errors (doubled dies) = high value
Striking anomalies (grease) = low value
✔ 4. Collector Demand
Is it visually impressive or just a “tiny dot error”?
For this dime: minor, moderately visible, common error → low value.
🔬 5-Step Reality Check for Any New “Error Coin”
Use this whenever you hear a rumor online:
1️⃣ Visual Confirmation
Does it match known strikethrough examples?
2️⃣ Understand Error Type
Is it a true mint mistake or just wear/damage?
3️⃣ Research
Search reputable error sites before believing TikTok videos.
4️⃣ Compare Market Sales
If it sold for $13, don’t expect $1,300.
5️⃣ Get Opinions Only If Needed
For minor errors, grading isn’t worth it. Forum feedback is enough.
🛑 Grading a $5–$15 error coin costs more than the coin itself.
Save grading for coins worth $100+.
🏦 Where to Sell a Minor Error
If you find one:
- ✔ eBay
- ✔ Facebook coin groups
- ✔ Local coin shows
- ❌ Major auction houses (not for $10–$20 items)
⚠️ NEVER Clean a Coin
Cleaning destroys mint luster and can ruin even a high-value error.
Leave it untouched.
📸 If You Find a 2022 Dime Error — Do This!
Send us:
- Clear photos (front & back)
- Zoomed shots of the affected branch
- Short 360° video if possible
- Where/when you found it
You’ll get FREE:
✔ Minor Error Coin Assessment
✔ Should-you-grade? Recommendation
✔ Value estimate
💬 Expert Insight
“Every anomaly is a lesson — but only true rarities are fortunes.”
— Dr. Eleanor Vance, Chief Numismatist, RareCoin Guild
🔐 PennyVerse Verification Shield
Valuation estimates may vary based on market demand and coin condition. Always use verified sources and professional authentication for high-value finds.
⏳ Final Verdict
The 2022 “Burning Branch” dime is interesting but minor.
Yes, it can sell for a small premium…
But it’s not rare, not a major error, and not worth grading.
Still — keep checking your change!
Even small errors teach you how to spot the big ones.
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