Price Guide for 1990 Dime Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 1990 Dime variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
1990-P Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $8.00Uncirculated: $1.00 - $223.25
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eBayCirculated: $6.50Uncirculated: $1.49 - $102.50
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 - $2.00Uncirculated: $4.00 - $250.00
1990-D Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $9.75Uncirculated: $1.00 - $470.00
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eBayCirculated: $6.50Uncirculated: $0.99 - $57.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 - $2.00Uncirculated: $4.00 - $400.00
1990-S Dime, DCAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 - $382.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.85 - $50.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4.00 - $20.00
Design and Specifications of the 1990 Dime
The 1990 Roosevelt Dime continues the long-standing design introduced in 1946 to honor President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This year marked the 45th anniversary of the Roosevelt Dime, which has become one of the most enduring coin designs in U.S. history.
The dime's design reflects Roosevelt's leadership during the Great Depression and World War II, with the torch symbolizing liberty, the olive branch representing peace, and the oak branch signifying strength and independence.
| Weight | 2.27 grams |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 17.91 mm |
| Mint Marks | P, D, S |
| Composition | 91.67% Copper, 8.33% Nickel (Clad over pure copper core) |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, designed by John R. Sinnock |
| Reverse Design | Torch flanked by oak and olive branches, designed by John R. Sinnock |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in determining the value of 1990 Roosevelt Dimes. While circulated examples are generally worth only face value, uncirculated coins can command a premium, especially in higher grades.
For circulation strikes, coins in MS65 and above are considered scarce and more valuable. Proof coins are valued based on their cameo contrast and preservation, with deep cameo examples in PR69 or PR70 being the most desirable.
Key factors affecting condition include luster, strike quality, and the presence of contact marks or bag chatter. Full Bands (FB) designation, indicating fully separated horizontal bands on the torch, can significantly increase value in high grades.
Mintage: 1,797,830,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, but scarce in gem (MS65+) condition
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors
Mintage: 1,601,592,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, but scarce in gem (MS65+) condition
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors
Mintage: 3,299,559
Rarity Scale: Common for proof issues
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in most proof grades, but scarce in perfect (PR70) condition
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate among proof set collectors
Toning can play a significant role in the desirability of 1990 Roosevelt Dimes, especially for proof issues. Coins with attractive, natural toning patterns may command a premium among collectors.
While not typically considered a key date, high-grade examples of 1990 dimes can be valuable due to their scarcity in top conditions. This is particularly true for circulation strikes in MS67 and above, which are rarely encountered.
For collectors and investors, assembling high-grade sets of modern coinage has become increasingly popular, which can drive demand for superb examples of otherwise common dates like the 1990 dime.
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