As of May, 2024, a 1961 Dime in circulated condition is worth $2.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $4.00 and $350.00, 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 $336.00 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: 3,028,244
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Roosevelt Dimes 1950-1964

1961 Dime (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-70350.00
MS-6938.00
MS-68+22.00
MS-6818.00
MS-67+15.00
MS-6714.00
MS-66+12.00
MS-6612.00
MS-65+11.00
MS-6511.00
MS-64+10.00
MS-6410.00
MS-63+8.00
MS-638.00
MS-62+6.00
MS-626.00
MS-615.00
MS-604.00
AU-58+2.00
AU-582.00

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 State4.00350.0031.11
About Uncirculated2.002.002.00

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 1961 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1961 Dime (Regular Strike)3.004.004.00350.00
1961-D Dime (Regular Strike)3.004.004.00225.00
1961 Dime, FB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.004,000.00
1961-D Dime, FB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4.0010,000.00
1961 Dime, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A6.0090.00
1961 Dime, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A7.005,750.00

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.

1961 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

$14.00

Lowest Sale Price
$52.00

Highest Sale Price
$29.22

Average Sale Price
$30.00

Most Recent Sale Price
23

Number of Sales
$672.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7025.00336.00172.75
MS-6914.0052.0029.22
MS-686.0079.0017.64
MS-678.0043.0015.44
MS-665.0015.009.50
MS-652.0011.008.00
PO-199.00110.00104.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1961 Dime (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-70 having the highest max price $336.00.

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 1961 Dime (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1961 Dime (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 59.34% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 23.08% / 17.58% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1961 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-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC20.0010/17/2021
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions192.0006/30/2021
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions336.0010/21/2020
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC10.0008/30/2020
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC30.0009/23/2018
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions312.0001/16/2018
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7501/10/2017
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions30.0004/12/2016
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC25.0003/15/2015
MS-66NGCGreat Collections7.0011/30/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections7.0010/26/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections8.0010/26/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections11.0009/14/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections15.0006/29/2014
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions235.0006/16/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions43.0004/28/2014
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions18.0012/09/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections8.0010/13/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections10.0010/06/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections13.0009/01/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections23.0008/18/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections10.0007/28/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections7.0005/26/2013
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC11.0005/26/2013
PO-1NONEGreat Collections110.0005/12/2013
PO-1NONEGreat Collections99.0005/05/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections11.0004/21/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections11.0001/13/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections7.0011/18/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions40.0011/12/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections227.0010/28/2012
MS-65NGCGreat Collections10.0007/15/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections35.0002/19/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0012/12/2011
MS-65NGCGreat Collections9.0010/30/2011
MS-67NGCGreat Collections27.0009/18/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/19/2009
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC15.0009/18/2008
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC21.0006/30/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions15.0005/07/2008
MS-69ICGDavid Lawrence RC14.0004/03/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions12.0012/10/2007
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC23.0011/19/2007
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC32.0010/18/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0007/16/2007
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC32.0007/02/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0006/13/2007
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0005/16/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0004/18/2007
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions230.0004/02/2007
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC9.0002/05/2007
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions25.0012/06/2006
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0010/16/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0006/28/2006
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC2.0006/26/2006
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions230.0003/06/2006
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11.0009/21/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC52.0003/21/2005
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0011/01/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0010/25/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions9.0001/07/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0011/12/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions17.0009/10/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0009/03/2003
MS-68ICGHeritage Auctions11.0008/27/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions9.0008/20/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0008/20/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0008/06/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions11.0007/23/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions9.0007/16/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0007/16/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0006/18/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0006/18/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0006/18/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0005/14/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0004/16/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0004/16/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0003/12/2003
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0002/01/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0001/15/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions21.0009/24/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions49.0007/02/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions79.0006/09/2002
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions61.0005/15/2002
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions76.0009/19/2001
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/12/2001
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions25.0006/13/2001
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions5.0001/04/2001
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0009/21/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions27.0008/03/2000
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions6.0006/07/2000