Most people toss dimes into a jar without thinking twice. But what if one of those dimes could actually be worth $300 or more? π²
Thatβs the case with a rare 1982 Roosevelt Dime struck without a mint mark β a small mistake that turned an ordinary coin into a highly collectible treasure. In fact, one recently sold for $274 raw (uncertified), proving you donβt even need a graded example to cash in!
π Why Is the 1982 No-Mint-Mark Dime Valuable?
Normally, every 1982 dime should have a mint mark:
- P = Philadelphia
- D = Denver
But due to a minting error, a small batch of dimes was released without any mint mark at all. That tiny omission is what makes this coin so rare and valuable today.
π How to Spot a 1982 No-Mint-Mark Dime
Finding one is easier than you think:
1οΈβ£ Check the date β it must be 1982.
2οΈβ£ Look just above the date β this is where the mint mark should be.
3οΈβ£ If thereβs no letter at all, you may have struck gold (well, silver-colored gold π
).
Congratulations, you could be holding a coin worth hundreds! π
π΅ Current Market Value of the 1982 No-Mint-Mark Dime
Condition | Estimated Value |
---|---|
Ungraded (raw, found in change) | $250β$300+ |
Certified (PCGS/NGC) | Higher, especially in Mint State |
π Example: A raw ungraded coin sold for $274, showing collectors will pay big money even without certification.
π How to Maximize Profit if You Find One
βοΈ Do NOT clean it β cleaning ruins the coinβs value β
βοΈ Send it for grading (PCGS or NGC) to authenticate π
βοΈ Store it safely in a coin flip or protective holder π‘
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