What is the value of a 1948 US dime?

Answer 1

In lower grades a 1948 US dime's value is determined by its silver content.

Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 04/2010:

Very worn condition - $1.58

Moderately worn - $1.60

Slightly worn - $1.61

If the coin is in better shape look on the back to see if there's a small mint mark letter next to the base of the torch. It may be blank or there may be a D or S.

No mint mark (Philadelphia):

Almost no wear - $1.61

Uncirculated - $2.59 to $1380.00 depending on quality

"D" mint mark (Denver):

Almost no wear - $1.70

Uncirculated - $2.65 to $1340.00

"S" mint mark (San Francisco):

Almost no wear - $1.70

Uncirculated - $2.01 to $1380.00