As of May, 2024, a 1956 Dime, FB in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $4.00 and $8,000.00, 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 $9,988.00 in the 12/05/2013 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: 108,640,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Roosevelt Dimes 1946-1964

1956 Dime, Fb (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-688,000.00
MS-67+3,000.00
MS-67425.00
MS-66+150.00
MS-6670.00
MS-65+32.00
MS-6524.00
MS-64+20.00
MS-6417.00
MS-63+14.00
MS-6312.00
MS-62+9.00
MS-628.00
MS-615.00
MS-604.00

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 State4.008,000.00786.00

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 1956 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1956 Dime (Regular Strike)3.004.004.002,750.00
1956-D Dime (Regular Strike)3.004.004.00150.00
1956 Dime (Proof)N/AN/A7.00150.00
1956-D Dime, FB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A5.008,500.00
1956 Dime, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A25.0016,500.00
1956 Dime DDO FS-101 (Proof)N/AN/A22.00500.00
1956 Dime, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A12.00315.00

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.

1956 Dime, Fb (Regular Strike) – 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

$49.00

Lowest Sale Price
$489.00

Highest Sale Price
$183.94

Average Sale Price
$61.00

Most Recent Sale Price
29

Number of Sales
$5,334.28

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-683,995.009,988.006,501.00
MS-67144.003,738.00804.53
MS-6649.00489.00183.94
MS-65+21.00138.0059.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1956 Dime, FB (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-65+ to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $9,988.00.

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 1956 Dime, FB (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1956 Dime, FB (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 84.21% share, followed by Great Collections / Stack's Bowers with 5.26% / 3.95% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1956 Dime, FB (Regular Strike) 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-68NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions3,995.0002/23/2023
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions228.0012/07/2022
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions5,520.0010/18/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions192.0008/19/2020
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC340.0005/10/2020
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions144.0008/07/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions156.0005/01/2019
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers192.0009/26/2018
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions240.0006/20/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions240.0005/09/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions61.0009/26/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions49.0004/04/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions376.0003/28/2017
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC480.0001/23/2017
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0001/03/2017
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0012/27/2016
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions305.5005/17/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions587.5001/06/2016
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions352.5012/27/2015
MS-67NGCStack's Bowers305.5011/05/2015
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0007/21/2015
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2506/07/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions79.0002/10/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions69.0002/10/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions110.4501/04/2015
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions329.0012/04/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions129.2511/02/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections275.0011/02/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions763.7510/08/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections59.4010/05/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions97.5308/11/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions499.3806/04/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions940.0006/04/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections62.7005/11/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions129.2504/28/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions98.7004/07/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections55.0003/30/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions9,988.0012/05/2013
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions92.0007/08/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0002/07/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions107.0008/02/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0007/12/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0001/02/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0008/11/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions104.0007/18/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0006/01/2011
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers104.0003/31/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0007/01/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions127.0004/15/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0004/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions3,738.0001/01/2009
MS-67PCGSSuperior Galleries3,162.0001/01/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0012/17/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0009/29/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0007/07/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0011/14/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0010/29/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0010/02/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0009/26/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0009/19/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0009/17/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0008/08/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0006/05/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0006/05/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0006/05/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0006/05/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0006/05/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions81.0005/15/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0002/20/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0002/20/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions360.0001/09/2007
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC1,466.0012/11/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0010/02/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0009/27/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0009/06/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0005/04/2005