2003 Roosevelt Dime Errors: Value Guide & Rare Varieties

What is your 2003 Roosevelt dime worth? Full guide to Missing Clad Layer errors ($55–$300+), Doubled Die varieties (DDO/DDR), off-center strikes, broadstrikes, and how to separate real errors from post-mint damage. Includes the critical weight test.

Quick Answer

Most 2003 Roosevelt dimes are worth face value (10¢), but certain errors command real money — up to $300 or more certified.

  • 💰 Missing Clad Layer: $55–$300 certified — one side glows bright copper-red; coin weighs ~1.80–1.95g (not the normal 2.27g)
  • 💰 2003-D Doubled Die Reverse (DDR-001): $50–$100 at MS65+ — doubling on "ONE DIME" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM"
  • 💰 Off-Center Strike (40–60%, date visible): $50–$100
  • 💰 2003-P Doubled Die Obverse (DDO-001): $20–$50 at MS65 — subtle thickening on date and "IN GOD WE TRUST"
  • 2003-P MS68 Full Bands (no error needed): Up to $210 at auction

⚠️ Warning: The vast majority of "copper" dimes and "doubled" dimes are worthless damage or Machine Doubling. Always weigh a copper-looking dime — genuine Missing Clad errors weigh ~1.80–1.95g, not 2.27g.

2003 Roosevelt Dime Errors Error Checker

Check your coin for valuable errors and varieties

Values shown are typical retail estimates as of 2026-01 based on documented auction results and dealer listings.

Error coin values vary significantly based on grade, eye appeal, certification status, and current market conditions.

Professional authentication (PCGS/NGC) is strongly recommended for any coin suspected to be a valuable error. Raw (uncertified) errors sell at steep discounts.

Machine Doubling (flat, shelf-like displacement) is NOT a valuable Doubled Die variety — it is an extremely common and worthless striking artifact.

Environmental damage (soil burial, chemical exposure) can mimic the appearance of Missing Clad Layer errors. Always weigh the coin: a genuine missing clad dime weighs approximately 1.80–1.95g, not the standard 2.27g.

Acid-damaged coins may appear lighter and copper-toned but will have reduced diameter and fuzzy details — not a genuine mint error.

Over 2 billion 2003 Roosevelt dimes rolled off the presses in Philadelphia and Denver — but a tiny fraction escaped with remarkable flaws: one side glowing copper-red instead of silver, lettering that doubles under a loupe, or a design stamped halfway off the blank. This guide shows you exactly how to find those coins, what each is worth, and how to avoid mistaking everyday damage for a $150 error. For standard prices on non-error examples, see our full 2003 Roosevelt Dime value guide.

2003 Roosevelt Dime Specifications & Mintage

The 2003 Roosevelt dime is a clad coin — a three-layer sandwich of copper-nickel outer faces bonded to a pure copper core. This layered structure is exactly what makes the Missing Clad Layer error possible. The mint mark appears on the obverse (front) just above the date: P = Philadelphia, D = Denver, S = San Francisco.

SpecificationBusiness Strike (P/D)Silver Proof (S)
Composition75% Cu / 25% Ni outer layers; 100% Cu core90% Ag / 10% Cu alloy
Weight2.27 g (±0.097 g)2.50 g
Diameter17.90 mm17.90 mm
EdgeReeded (118 reeds)Reeded
DesignerJohn R. Sinnock
MintMarkMintageType
PhiladelphiaP1,085,500,000Circulation
DenverD986,500,000Circulation
San FranciscoS2,172,684Clad Proof
San FranciscoS1,125,755Silver Proof
2003-S Clad Proof dime next to 2003-S Silver Proof dime side by side

2003-S Clad Proof (left) vs. Silver Proof (right). Weigh to confirm: Silver = 2.50g, Clad = 2.27g.

S-mint coins were made exclusively for collector sets — they were never intended for circulation. For complete non-error value tables, see our 2003 Roosevelt Dime value guide →

2003 Roosevelt Dime Quick Checks: Do You Have a Valuable Error?

Work through each check below. You need a 10x loupe (magnifying glass) for the doubling checks and a digital scale (accurate to 0.01g) for the clad layer check. Both are inexpensive and essential for error-coin identification.

Check 1: Missing Clad Layer (Most Valuable)

Where to Look

Both sides of the coin. One side should appear bright coppery-red (the exposed copper core) while the other remains the normal silvery cupronickel color.

What Counts

One side distinctly copper-red with sharp, fully struck details. Coin must weigh approximately 1.80–1.95g (normal is 2.27g). Full 17.9mm diameter must be preserved. You may also notice slight strike weakness near the rim on the normal side (the Blakesley Effect).

What It's NOT

Environmental damage from soil burial turns both sides dull reddish-brown but the coin weighs a normal 2.27g. If both sides are copper-toned, it is almost certainly damage, not an error.

💰 If positive:$15–$25 raw / $55–$300 certified | See detailed guide →

Check 2: Doubled Die Obverse — 2003-P Only (DDO-001)

Where to Look

The date "2003," the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST," and Roosevelt's ear area on the front of the coin.

What Counts

Extra thickness on the date numerals, tiny notches or splits on letter serifs (especially the "L" in LIBERTY and the "T" in TRUST), or thickening of the ear lobe. This is Class VIII (Tilted Hub) doubling from the single-squeeze hubbing process — it is subtle, not dramatic.

What It's NOT

Machine Doubling (Mechanical Doubling) is flat and shelf-like, reducing letter width. True hub doubling adds width to letters and shows rounded secondary images with notched serifs. Most "2003 DDO" listings online are actually worthless Machine Doubling.

💰 If positive (P mint only):$20–$50 at MS65 | See detailed guide →

Check 3: Doubled Die Reverse — 2003-D Only (DDR-001)

Where to Look

The reverse lettering, especially "E PLURIBUS UNUM" (the Latin motto across the top) and "ONE DIME" at the bottom.

What Counts

Extra thickness or a visible "step" on individual letters that adds width. Must show a raised, rounded secondary image. Compare each letter against a known normal 2003-D dime.

What It's NOT

Machine Doubling creates flat, shelf-like displacement that reduces letter width. This is extremely common on Denver issues. Most eBay "2003-D DDR" listings are worthless Machine Doubling.

💰 If positive (D mint only):$50–$100 at MS65+ | See detailed guide →

Check 4: Off-Center Strike

Where to Look

Overall coin alignment. Part of the design will be missing, replaced by a blank crescent of unstruck metal that still shows the original mint luster.

What Counts

Design visibly shifted with a clean, lustrous blank crescent. Most valuable at 40–60% off-center with the date still visible. Minor shifts (under 10%) have little premium.

What It's NOT

Coins tumbled in a dryer or struck by machinery can appear misshapen but lack the clean lustrous blank crescent. Post-mint damage shows tool marks and uneven distortion.

💰 If positive:$20–$40 (minor) / $50–$100 (40–60% with date) | See detailed guide →

Check 5: Broadstrike (Missing Collar)

Where to Look

The edge and overall diameter. Compare your coin side-by-side with a normal dime.

What Counts

Coin is visibly wider than 17.9mm with a smooth, tapered edge instead of the normal ridged (reeded) edge. The full design is present but may be slightly stretched near the rim. Metal expands evenly outward.

What It's NOT

Railroad-flattened coins show uneven expansion, damage marks, and lost detail. A genuine broadstrike has symmetrical expansion, sharp details, and original mint luster.

💰 If positive:$5–$15 | See detailed guide →

Trap Check: Machine Doubling (NOT Valuable)

What You See

Letters and numbers that appear doubled on the date, motto, or other lettering when viewed under magnification.

The Test

Look at the shape of the doubling. Machine Doubling (also called Mechanical Doubling) produces a flat, shelf-like shadow that takes away from letter width. True Doubled Dies produce a raised, rounded second image that adds to letter width with notched corners.

Verdict

Machine Doubling has no numismatic value. It is an extremely common striking artifact on high-mintage coins. See the Traps section for full details →

2003 Roosevelt Dime Error Values at a Glance

Error TypeDesignationMintRarityValue RangeAuction Record
Missing Clad LayerP or DScarce$55–$300 cert.$150–$300+
Doubled Die ReverseDDR-001DScarce$50–$100
Off-Center (40–60%)P or DUncommon$50–$100ICG MS-65 on record
Doubled Die ObverseDDO-001PUncommon$20–$50
Off-Center (10–20%)P or DCommon$20–$40
BroadstrikeP or DCommon$5–$15
Grease Filled DieP or DVery Common$1–$5
Machine DoublingAllExtremely CommonFace Value Only

Philadelphia (P) Values

  • Circulated: Face value (10¢)
  • Uncirculated MS65–66: $1–$3
  • MS67 Full Bands: $20–$30
  • MS68 Full Bands: Up to $210 (PCGS auction record)
  • Error coins: See table above

Denver (D) Values

  • Circulated: Face value (10¢)
  • Uncirculated MS65–66: $1–$3
  • MS67 Full Bands: Small premium
  • DDR-001: $50–$100 at MS65+
  • Error coins: See table above

San Francisco (S) Proof Values

  • Clad Proof (avg): $3–$5
  • Clad Proof PR70 DCAM: $20–$40
  • Silver Proof (avg): $8–$15
  • Silver Proof PR70 DCAM: ~$336
  • No "No S" variety known for 2003

2003 Roosevelt Dime Valuable Errors & Varieties: Full Guide

2003 Missing Clad Layer Error

Planchet Error
Value: $15–$25 (raw) | $55–$300 (certified MS60+)
Scarce
Normal 2003 dime with silvery surface next to Missing Clad Layer error with bright copper-red obverse

Normal 2003 dime (left, silvery) vs. Missing Clad Layer error (right, bright copper-red on one side).

Origin & Background

The 2003 dime is a clad coin — a three-layer sandwich with two outer rings of 75% copper / 25% nickel bonded to a 100% copper core. If the bonding mill fails to fuse a layer properly (due to surface contamination or insufficient pressure), that nickel-copper layer can separate from the copper core. When the exposed copper core is then struck by the dies, a dramatic error results: one side of the coin is bright coppery-red where the design is impressed directly into the copper.

How to Identify

  • Visual: One side is bright coppery-red with sharp design details; the other side is normal silvery cupronickel.
  • Weight (the definitive test): Must weigh approximately 1.80–1.95g. A standard dime weighs 2.27g. The missing layer accounts for 15–20% of the coin's mass. If it weighs 2.27g, it is not a clad error.
  • Diameter: Must be a full 17.90mm. The error occurs before striking, so the die fills the cavity completely.
  • Blakesley Effect: Because the planchet is thinner on the copper side, the metal may not fully fill the die on the opposite side near the rim, causing slight strike weakness. This is a supporting diagnostic, not a requirement.
Digital scale displaying 1.90 grams for a Missing Clad Layer dime versus 2.27 grams for a normal dime

The definitive test: genuine Missing Clad Layer dimes weigh ~1.80–1.95g, not the standard 2.27g.

Missing Clad Layer dime showing strike weakness near the rim on the opposite side demonstrating the Blakesley Effect

The Blakesley Effect: strike weakness near the rim on the opposite side of a Missing Clad Layer coin.

False Positives to Avoid

Environmental damage from soil burial turns both sides of a dime dull reddish-brown through oxidation — but the coin weighs a normal 2.27g. If both sides are copper-toned, it is almost certainly damage. Acid-damaged coins (sometimes used in school chemistry experiments) are lighter but will have a reduced diameter because acid eats the rims, and the design details will be mushy and indistinct. A genuine error has crisp details and a full-size 17.90mm diameter.

Market Values

  • 🔸 Raw (uncertified): $15–$25 — market discounts raw errors heavily due to widespread damage confusion
  • 🔸 Certified MS60+: $55–$150
  • 🔸 Certified high-grade with strong copper redness: $150–$300
  • 🔸 Both layers missing (pure copper core, ~30% underweight): $500–$1,000+ — extreme rarity

Authentication Note

Because PMD (post-mint damage) so convincingly mimics this error visually, professional certification by PCGS or NGC is strongly recommended before attempting to sell. See PCGS's guide to Missing Clad Layer errors for additional diagnostic information.

2003-P Doubled Die Obverse (DDO-001)

Die Variety — Philadelphia Only
Value: $20–$50 (MS65)
Uncommon
2003-P DDO-001 showing extra thickness and serif notching on IN GOD WE TRUST letters

2003-P DDO-001 showing extra thickness and serif notching on "IN GOD WE TRUST."

Origin & Background

By 2003, the U.S. Mint had switched to a "single-squeeze" hubbing process — the master hub impresses a working die in one continuous high-pressure operation rather than in multiple passes. This was designed to eliminate classic doubled dies, but under extreme pressure the steel can twist or tilt slightly as it settles, creating Class VIII (Tilted Hub) doubling. The result is a new kind of doubled die that appears near the center of the design, with doubling that is subtle rather than dramatically spread. The 2003-P DDO-001 is documented in the Wexler Doubled Die Files.

How to Identify

  • Use a 10x loupe and compare letter-by-letter against a known normal 2003-P dime.
  • Look for extra thickness on the date numerals "2003" — the digits appear bolder than normal.
  • Check for tiny notching or splits at the corners (serifs) of letters in "IN GOD WE TRUST," especially the "L" in LIBERTY and the "T" in TRUST.
  • Examine Roosevelt's ear: a second, slightly offset ear lobe or thickening of the hair detail above the ear is a key Class VIII diagnostic.

False Positives to Avoid

Machine Doubling is the number-one false positive. It produces a flat, shelf-like shadow that removes metal from the side of letters, making them appear thinner. Die Deterioration Doubling (DDD) appears on heavily used dies as fuzzy, spread lettering — this is also not a genuine hub doubled die and has no premium. True DDO-001 doubling adds to letter width and shows rounded secondary images.

Market Values

  • 🔸 Circulated: $5–$15
  • 🔸 MS63–64: $10–$25
  • 🔸 MS65 (cherrypicker's sweet spot): $20–$50

2003-D Doubled Die Reverse (DDR-001)

Die Variety — Denver Only
Value: $50–$100 (MS65+)
Scarce
2003-D DDR-001 showing doubling and stepping on ONE DIME reverse lettering

2003-D DDR-001 showing characteristic stepping/extra thickness on "ONE DIME" lettering.

Origin & Background

Like its Philadelphia counterpart, the 2003-D DDR-001 results from the single-squeeze hubbing process used at all U.S. Mint facilities by this era. The variety is listed in the CONECA files. Genuine verified high-grade examples are considered scarce among modern Roosevelt dimes.

How to Identify

  • Use a 10x loupe on the reverse (back) of the coin.
  • Focus on "E PLURIBUS UNUM" (motto arching across the top) and "ONE DIME" at the bottom.
  • Genuine doubling shows a raised, rounded secondary image that adds to letter width — like each letter has a ghost attached to it.
  • Examine each letter individually rather than scanning the whole word at once.

False Positives to Avoid

Machine Doubling is extremely prevalent on Denver issues due to their high-volume production runs. Because Machine Doubling is so common, the market for raw (uncertified) 2003-D DDR coins is virtually nonexistent — sellers cannot easily prove what they have. High-grade specimens with strong, professionally attributed doubling are where the real value lies.

Market Values

  • 🔸 Circulated: $5–$20
  • 🔸 MS63–64: $20–$50
  • 🔸 MS65+ (strong attribution): $50–$100

2003 Off-Center Strike

Striking Error
Value: $20–$40 (minor) | $50–$100 (40–60% with date)
Uncommon
2003-P off-center dime showing blank crescent of unstruck metal and full date still visible

2003-P off-center dime showing blank crescent and visible date — the collector's sweet spot.

Origin & Background

An off-center strike happens when the planchet (blank coin disk) is not properly centered between the two dies before the press strikes. The resulting coin has part of the design stamped correctly and a blank, unstruck crescent of metal where the dies didn't reach. A 2003-P example graded ICG MS-65 is documented on GreatCollections. See the GreatCollections listing for reference.

How to Identify

  • The blank crescent must show original mint luster — not damage marks, scratches, or corrosion.
  • Estimate the percentage off-center: hold the coin so the design is centered as possible and estimate how much of the diameter is blank.
  • Date visibility is critical — a coin that is 50% off-center but retains the date is far more desirable than one at the same percentage without a date.

Market Values

  • 🔸 10–20% off-center: $20–$40
  • 🔸 40–60% off-center with date: $50–$100

2003 Broadstrike (Missing Collar)

Striking Error
Value: $5–$15
Common
2003 broadstrike dime wider than normal with smooth non-reeded edge shown next to standard dime

2003 broadstrike: wider than a normal dime with smooth (non-reeded) edge and full design.

Origin & Background

The collar die is a ring that surrounds the planchet during striking. It forms the reeded edge and contains the metal so it doesn't spread outward. When the collar fails to deploy or the planchet sits outside it, the metal squishes outward freely — like pancake batter — creating a broadstrike. All design elements are present (unlike an off-center strike), but the coin is wider than 17.9mm and has a smooth, tapered edge.

How to Identify

  • Wider than 17.9mm — hold it next to a normal dime; the broadstrike will be noticeably larger.
  • Smooth edge — run your fingernail around the rim. A normal dime has ridges (reeding). A broadstrike has none.
  • Full design present with original mint luster and even metal flow outward.

Market Values

  • 🔸 Raw: $5–$15 — an excellent entry-level error for new collectors

2003 Roosevelt Dime Traps: Damage Mistaken for Errors

The majority of "error dimes" offered for sale online are not errors at all. Here are the most common traps — and how to identify them immediately.

⚠️ Machine Doubling (The #1 Trap)

What You See:

Letters, numbers, or design elements on the date, motto, or other areas appear doubled when viewed under a loupe.

Why It Happens:

The die is slightly loose and bounces or shifts at the moment of impact, smearing the coin's surface. It is not a die variety — it happens during the strike itself and is extremely common.

How to Tell It's NOT Valuable:
  • The doubled image is flat and shelf-like — it looks like a shadow, not a second raised image.
  • It takes away from letter width rather than adding to it.
  • True Doubled Die (hub doubling) is raised, rounded, and adds to letter width with notched serifs.

Value: Face value only.

Side by side comparison showing flat shelf-like Machine Doubling versus raised rounded true Doubled Die on coin lettering

Machine Doubling (left, flat/shelf-like) vs. true Doubled Die (right, raised/rounded) — two very different things.

⚠️ Environmental Damage (The "Red Dime" Trap)

What You See:

A dime that appears copper-red or orange-brown on one or both sides, resembling a Missing Clad Layer error.

Why It Happens:

Coins buried in soil or exposed to moisture react chemically. The copper in the clad alloy oxidizes, forming reddish cuprous oxide or green cupric carbonate patina.

How to Tell It's NOT Valuable:
  • Weigh the coin. Environmental damage leaves the weight at 2.27g. A genuine Missing Clad Layer weighs ~1.80–1.95g.
  • If both sides are copper-toned or discolored, it is almost certainly damage — genuine errors typically show one normal silvery side and one copper-red side.
  • Look for pitting, roughness, or soil residue under magnification.

Value: Face value only.

Environmental damage showing both sides copper-toned next to genuine Missing Clad Layer with only one copper side

Environmental damage (left, both sides discolored, normal weight) vs. genuine Missing Clad Layer (right, one side copper-red, underweight).

⚠️ Acid Damage

What You See:

A thin, light, copper-toned dime — often the result of dipping in household acids or nitric acid.

Why It Happens:

Acid strips the outer nickel-copper layer from all surfaces simultaneously, exposing the copper core and reducing the coin's mass.

How to Tell It's NOT Valuable:
  • Acid attacks all surfaces evenly, so the diameter will be reduced — the rims recede or disappear entirely.
  • Design details will be fuzzy, etched, and lack the sharp crispness of a genuine error.
  • A genuine Missing Clad Layer error has a full 17.9mm diameter and sharp, well-defined design details.

Value: Face value only.

⚠️ Grease-Filled Die (Missing Letter Pseudo-Error)

What You See:

One or more letters or design elements appear missing or faint — for example, "IN OD WE TRUST" instead of "IN GOD WE TRUST."

Why It Happens:

Machinery grease and metal dust compact into the recesses of the die. When the die strikes the planchet, the grease blocks metal from flowing into that part of the cavity, leaving a blank spot.

Why It Has Little Value:
  • Unless a significant portion of the design is obliterated (such as the entire date), grease-filled die errors trade as novelties only.
  • A single missing letter commands $1–$5 at most.

Value: $1–$5 (novelty only). Face value if minor.

2003 Roosevelt Dime Grading: How Condition Affects Worth

Coins are graded on the Sheldon Scale from 1 (barely identifiable) to 70 (perfect). For 2003 dimes, condition matters most for registry-quality coins and for error coins seeking the best price.

The "Full Bands" (FB) Designation

For Roosevelt dimes, both PCGS and NGC offer a special designation — Full Bands (FB), sometimes called Full Torch — awarded when the horizontal bands on the torch on the reverse are fully separated and crisply struck. A 2003-P without FB is common. A 2003-P in MS68 FB is a genuine rarity due to the difficulty of achieving a perfect strike on high-speed production presses.

GradeDescriptionApprox. Value (P/D)
CirculatedVisible wear on cheek and torch bandsFace value
MS65–66Uncirculated, minor marks$1–$3
MS67 FBNear-perfect, full torch bands$20–$30
MS68 FBInvestor grade, very low populationUp to $210 (P)

MS68 FB auction data from PCGS Auction Prices. Error coin values are determined independently of this scale — an off-center strike's value depends more on the error's visual impact than its technical grade.

2003 Roosevelt Dime Authentication: When to Certify

Professional certification by PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) or NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) places the coin in a tamper-evident holder with an official grade and error description. This eliminates buyer doubt and significantly increases the coin's liquidity.

⚠️ The Certification Math Problem

Grading fees typically run $30–$40 per coin. For a broadstrike worth $10 raw, certification makes no financial sense. Reserve professional certification for Missing Clad Layer errors, strong DDO/DDR specimens, and significant off-center strikes where the certified premium clearly exceeds the grading cost.

When Certification IS Worth It

  • Missing Clad Layer errors — the raw-to-certified price gap is large ($15 raw vs. $55–$300 certified) because PMD confusion is so widespread
  • DDO-001 or DDR-001 at MS65 or better — certification confirms attribution
  • Off-center strikes of 40%+ with date visible in high grades
  • 2003-S Silver Proof PR70 DCAM — certified examples have reached ~$336

When to Skip Certification

  • Broadstrikes ($5–$15 value) — fee exceeds premium
  • Minor off-center strikes under 20%
  • Grease-filled dies ($1–$5)

Dealer referral information is not available in this guide. Contact PCGS or NGC directly for authorized dealer networks.

2003 Roosevelt Dime: Frequently Asked Questions

Is my 2003 dime worth anything?

In circulated (worn) condition, it is worth face value — 10 cents. Uncirculated examples carry a small premium ($1–$3). The real money is in errors: a Missing Clad Layer certified by PCGS or NGC can reach $55–$300, and a 2003-P in exceptional MS68 FB grade has sold for $210. Run through the Quick Checks section to see if your coin qualifies.

How do I know if my dime has a Missing Clad Layer?

Weigh it. A normal 2003 dime weighs 2.27g. A genuine Missing Clad Layer error weighs approximately 1.80–1.95g — the missing layer accounts for 15–20% of the coin's mass. The copper side should show bright coppery-red coloring with sharp, fully struck design details and a full 17.9mm diameter. If it weighs 2.27g but looks copper, it is environmental damage, not an error.

What is Machine Doubling and is it worth anything?

Machine Doubling (also called Mechanical Doubling) happens when a loose die bounces or shifts during the strike. It creates a flat, shelf-like shadow on letters and numbers that reduces letter width — the opposite of a true Doubled Die, which adds rounded width. Machine Doubling is extremely common on high-mintage coins like the 2003 dime and has no numismatic premium. It is worth face value only.

What does "Full Bands" (FB) mean on a dime?

Full Bands (FB) — sometimes called Full Torch — is a designation awarded by PCGS and NGC when the horizontal bands on the torch on the reverse of a Roosevelt dime are fully separated and sharply defined. Achieving FB on a mass-produced coin like the 2003 dime requires a perfect, well-aligned strike. An MS68 FB 2003-P has reached $210 at auction, while a non-FB MS68 would command significantly less.

Should I clean my 2003 dime?

No. Never clean a coin. Cleaning removes the original mint luster and surface material, which grading services can detect. A cleaned coin is graded as "Details — Cleaned" and sells at a significant discount compared to an original surface coin. This applies equally to error coins and proof coins. Handle by the edges only.

How do I tell a Silver Proof from a Clad Proof?

Weigh it. The Silver Proof weighs 2.50g (90% silver, 10% copper) while the Clad Proof weighs 2.27g (copper-nickel clad). The Silver Proof also has a slightly different tonal quality and was sold exclusively in the Silver Proof Set. Mintages: Clad Proof — 2,172,684; Silver Proof — 1,125,755. PR70 DCAM Silver Proofs have sold for approximately $336, versus $20–$40 for the same grade in clad.

Is there a "No S" Proof variety for 2003?

No. The Roosevelt dime is famous for No S Proof varieties in earlier years (1968, 1970, 1975, 1983), but there are no known No S varieties for the 2003 Roosevelt Dime. The Mint had significantly tightened quality controls on mint mark application by the 2000s.

What is the most valuable 2003 dime?

Among error coins, a certified high-grade Missing Clad Layer with strong copper redness can reach $300 or more. Among non-error coins, a 2003-S Silver Proof graded PR70 DCAM has sold for approximately $336. A 2003-P business strike in MS68 Full Bands has realized up to $210 at auction — remarkable for a coin that started as 10 cents in circulation.

Sources & Methodology

Values in this guide are based on realized auction prices and documented dealer listings as of early 2026. All figures represent typical retail estimates — individual coins may sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal, and current market conditions.

A note on images: To help illustrate coin diagnostics and rare varieties — especially complex errors that are difficult to describe in text alone — this guide uses AI-generated images. All written values, diagnostics, and variety attributions have been manually reviewed against the cited sources above. While our editorial team works to ensure every image is accurate and helpful, AI-generated illustrations may occasionally misrepresent fine details. If you spot any discrepancy between an image and its written description, please contact us or leave a comment below — we review all feedback and correct errors promptly. Numismatic knowledge is a community effort, and your input helps us build a more accurate resource for everyone.

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