As of May, 2024, a 1959 Dime, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $6.00 and $315.00, 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 $660.00 in the 10/21/2020 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: 1,149,291
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Roosevelt Dimes 1950-1964

1959 Dime, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-69315.00
MS-68+100.00
MS-6870.00
MS-67+50.00
MS-6745.00
MS-66+35.00
MS-6630.00
MS-65+20.00
MS-6516.00
MS-64+14.00
MS-6414.00
MS-63+12.00
MS-6312.00
MS-62+8.00
MS-628.00
MS-617.00
MS-606.00

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 State6.00315.0044.82

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 1959 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1959 Dime (Regular Strike)3.004.004.001,200.00
1959-D Dime (Regular Strike)3.004.004.00200.00
1959 Dime (Proof)N/AN/A6.00185.00
1959 Dime, FB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A5.002,350.00
1959-D Dime, FB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A5.006,250.00
1959-D/D Dime D/Inverted D FS-501 (Regular Strike)N/AN/A35.00340.00
1959-D/D Dime D/Inverted D FS-501, FB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A60.00125.00
1959 Dime, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A50.006,000.00

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.

1959 Dime, Cam (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

$23.00

Lowest Sale Price
$660.00

Highest Sale Price
$204.94

Average Sale Price
$129.00

Most Recent Sale Price
35

Number of Sales
$7,173.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6923.00660.00204.94
MS-6820.00105.0047.30
MS-6715.0087.0033.42
MS-6615.0036.0022.33

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1959 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-66 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $660.00.

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 1959 Dime, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1959 Dime, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 82.02% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 8.99% / 7.87% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1959 Dime, CAM (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-69NGCHeritage Auctions129.0011/02/2022
MS-69NGCStack's Bowers120.0012/21/2021
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions192.0006/30/2021
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions660.0010/21/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions228.0007/01/2020
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0004/08/2020
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0010/16/2019
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions252.0006/12/2019
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions141.0004/18/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5002/07/2017
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC200.0001/23/2017
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC111.0003/13/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions235.0008/11/2015
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions164.5011/09/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections99.0010/12/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections20.0006/01/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections44.0004/06/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections198.0004/06/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections27.0009/01/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions20.0005/06/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions376.0001/09/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0001/07/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections37.0011/25/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections75.0009/30/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions196.0002/02/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections18.0001/08/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions127.0011/15/2010
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC45.0004/01/2010
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions138.0003/29/2010
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions30.0008/19/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions20.0008/19/2009
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC66.0002/05/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0001/21/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0001/21/2009
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions49.0009/24/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0009/01/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions374.0008/11/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions31.0007/30/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions115.0007/07/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0005/05/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions34.0005/05/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0003/12/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0002/27/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions127.0001/09/2008
MS-69PCIDavid Lawrence RC23.0012/31/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0005/16/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0004/23/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions42.0002/12/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions25.0001/10/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0011/08/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions19.0011/06/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions27.0008/23/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions161.0005/07/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions45.0005/07/2006
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions15.0003/05/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions161.0002/15/2006
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC18.0011/28/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions92.0010/02/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions92.0009/28/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0009/26/2005
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC36.0008/15/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions35.0003/27/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0002/16/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0001/12/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions16.0012/08/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions30.0012/01/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions101.0011/10/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0008/25/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0006/23/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions132.0002/11/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0010/15/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0010/08/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0010/01/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions22.0010/01/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0008/13/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions155.0007/30/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions39.0007/23/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions44.0005/07/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions236.0005/05/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0004/30/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions265.0012/10/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions105.0011/05/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions70.0010/22/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions41.0008/13/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions83.0005/15/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions207.0005/15/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0005/15/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions87.0005/15/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/21/2000