Look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter below the wreath. It may be blank or there may be an S.
Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 09/2010:
No mint mark (Philadelphia):
Very worn condition - $10
Moderately worn - $14
Slightly worn - $18
Almost no wear - $79
Uncirculated - $150 to $1,410 depending on quality
"S" mint mark (San Francisco):
Very worn - $13
Moderately worn - $15
Slightly worn - $16
Almost no wear - $108
Uncirculated - $264 to $6,440
DISCLAIMER: The values quoted are the best available, 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