As of May, 2024, a 1951 Dime in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $18.00 and $360.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $411.25 in the 07/10/2014 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: John R. Sinnock
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 17.90 millimeters
Weight: 2.50 grams
Mintage: 57,500
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Roosevelt Dimes 1950-1964

1951 Dime (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-69360.00
MS-68+190.00
MS-68140.00
MS-67+100.00
MS-6770.00
MS-66+55.00
MS-6650.00
MS-65+45.00
MS-6542.00
MS-64+40.00
MS-6438.00
MS-63+34.00
MS-6332.00
MS-62+25.00
MS-6222.00
MS-6120.00
MS-6018.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State18.00360.0075.35

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1951 Roosevelt Dime. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1951 Dime (Regular Strike)3.004.004.004,150.00
1951-D Dime (Regular Strike)3.004.004.002,250.00
1951-S Dime (Regular Strike)3.005.0010.00525.00
1951-D Dime, FB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8.004,350.00
1951-S Dime, FB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A11.002,000.00
1951 Dime, FB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A5.004,400.00
1951 Dime, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A20.001,950.00
1951 Dime, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A50.0022,500.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1951 Dime (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$16.00

Lowest Sale Price
$169.00

Highest Sale Price
$56.04

Average Sale Price
$169.00

Most Recent Sale Price
77

Number of Sales
$4,314.93

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69184.00411.25276.91
MS-6854.00265.00100.97
MS-67+135.13135.13135.13
MS-6716.00169.0056.04
MS-6616.0068.0040.69
MS-6518.0045.0031.42
MS-6416.0039.0024.33
MS-6324.0024.0024.00
MS-6214.0014.0014.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1951 Dime (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $411.25.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1951 Dime (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1951 Dime (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 64.29% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections with 19.78% / 13.19% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1951 Dime (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0008/02/2023
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0007/05/2023
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0005/10/2023
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions169.0004/03/2023
MS-69NGCStack's Bowers240.0012/13/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions77.0009/14/2022
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0003/16/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions94.0001/19/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions99.0008/11/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0006/30/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions41.0005/19/2021
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC41.0003/07/2021
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC31.0011/22/2020
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC50.0010/04/2020
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC50.0009/06/2020
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC35.0008/30/2020
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC45.0001/12/2020
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC60.0011/10/2019
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC65.0010/27/2019
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC70.0006/30/2019
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC75.0004/07/2019
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC85.0003/03/2019
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC48.0012/30/2018
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers85.0012/19/2018
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC52.0012/02/2018
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC36.0011/18/2018
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC67.0010/14/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions41.0008/22/2018
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC63.5506/10/2018
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC101.0004/09/2018
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC55.0003/05/2018
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC49.7502/26/2018
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC140.0007/10/2017
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions193.8806/27/2017
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC65.0004/17/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions250.2802/07/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions43.0012/27/2016
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC60.0012/12/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions38.0010/18/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0007/19/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0004/26/2016
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions56.0012/07/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections36.0011/23/2014
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions56.0010/20/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections56.1010/19/2014
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions411.2507/10/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections37.7004/27/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections51.7803/02/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections46.0002/23/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections71.5002/09/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections55.0001/12/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions35.0012/23/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions33.0012/23/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions21.0011/25/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions129.0011/15/2013
MS-67+PCGSStack's Bowers135.1307/27/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions18.0007/01/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections35.0006/30/2013
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC60.0005/26/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions46.0003/25/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections35.0003/24/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections41.0003/24/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections38.0001/13/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions106.0001/07/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections158.0012/16/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections18.0011/18/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0011/12/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections38.0010/28/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections50.0010/07/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions40.0010/01/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections66.0009/16/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0009/10/2012
MS-64NGCGreat Collections16.0009/09/2012
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions84.0008/20/2012
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections77.0008/19/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0008/13/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0008/13/2012
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions69.0007/30/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0007/09/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections55.0007/08/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions56.0006/18/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections16.0006/17/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0005/07/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections45.0004/08/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections40.0003/04/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections36.0002/26/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0012/12/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections83.0012/11/2011
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions74.0009/26/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0009/12/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0006/20/2011
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions94.0005/16/2011
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions67.0005/17/2010
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions50.0004/28/2010
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC54.0004/01/2010
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions184.0003/24/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0008/05/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions84.0005/27/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0004/15/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions86.0004/15/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions51.0001/07/2009
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC81.0012/01/2008
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions35.0011/10/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions92.0010/20/2008
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC63.0010/06/2008
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC36.0005/27/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions98.0005/21/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0005/21/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions64.0005/07/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0005/05/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0004/30/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0004/28/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions81.0004/23/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0004/16/2008
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC127.0004/10/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0002/11/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0002/04/2008
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC68.0012/31/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions81.0012/10/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions299.0012/04/2007
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC26.0010/22/2007
MS-67PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers138.0009/25/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0008/20/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0008/15/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0006/05/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0005/21/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0005/16/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0005/16/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0005/16/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions63.0005/14/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0005/09/2007
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC127.0004/23/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0004/18/2007
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions37.0001/10/2007
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions42.0012/06/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC52.0012/04/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0011/06/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions54.0010/25/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions39.0010/18/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions39.0009/13/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions54.0008/23/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions39.0007/12/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC62.0006/05/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions75.0005/01/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions34.0004/05/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC68.0004/03/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0001/11/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0006/15/2005
MS-68NGCGoldberg Auctioneers230.0006/01/2005
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC46.0002/28/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions81.0002/23/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0001/19/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions75.0001/05/2005
MS-65ANACSHeritage Auctions27.0010/06/2004
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions17.0009/29/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC48.0009/13/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions43.0009/08/2004
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions24.0007/21/2004
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions14.0007/21/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions43.0006/23/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions70.0006/23/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0006/23/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0010/15/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions265.0009/01/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions71.0008/06/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0006/18/2003
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions34.0011/05/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions68.0010/22/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0008/20/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0004/10/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0004/03/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0004/03/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0003/06/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0002/06/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0002/06/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions70.0001/13/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions55.0001/13/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions41.0012/19/2001
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0010/31/2001
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions16.0006/13/2001
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0005/09/2001
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0009/14/2000