Look on the back of the coin 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. (The letters 'JS' next to Roosevelt's neck are the designer's monogram and not a mint mark.)
Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 06/2011:
No mint mark (Philadelphia):
Very worn condition - $3.68
Moderately worn - $3.91
Slightly worn - $4.03
Almost no wear - $6.50
Uncirculated - $11.50 to $1340.00 depending on quality
"D" mint mark (Denver):
Very worn - $3.68
Moderately worn - $3.91
Slightly worn - $4.03
Almost no wear - $4.50
Uncirculated - $5.18 to $1560.00
"S" mint mark (San Francisco):
Very worn - $3.68
Moderately worn - $4.31
Slightly worn - $4.60
Almost no wear - $8.10
Uncirculated - $16.10 to $1380.00
DISCLAIMER: The retail values quoted are the best available as of the date shown, but may vary due to market fluctuations. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
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what is the value for an American 1909 silver dime
10 cents.
A US dime is worth one tenth of a US dollar. The numismatic value of a dime, on the other hand, depends on its date, mintmark, and condition (or grade). All US dimes, though, remain legal tender and, thus, are still worth 10 cents.
No such thing. There were no US dimes minted that year.
the value of a dime is ten cents