The 1996-W Roosevelt dime is the only US dime ever struck at the West Point Mint for circulation-type coinage. Approximately 1.46 million were included in 1996 Mint Sets to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Roosevelt dime series. While technically not an error coin, its extreme rarity and unique mint mark make it highly collectible, and several error varieties have been documented.
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Scan My CoinExamples showing fully separated and defined torch bands on the reverse, which is the strike quality designation for Roosevelt dimes.
How to check: Examine the torch on the reverse. All horizontal bands across the torch should be fully separated and clearly defined.
$30 - $200Minor doubling documented on the date or IN GOD WE TRUST on some 1996-W specimens.
How to check: Use magnification to examine the date numerals and motto lettering for any shelf-like doubling.
$50 - $300Many 1996-W dimes from mint sets have developed attractive rainbow toning from the mint set packaging over time.
How to check: Look for colorful iridescent toning patterns on the surface. Original mint set toning adds a premium above untoned examples.
$25 - $150 premium over baseSome examples show prominent die polish lines across the fields or design elements.
How to check: Look for fine parallel raised lines in the fields, particularly around Roosevelt's portrait.
$20 - $75A 1996-W Roosevelt dime in average uncirculated condition is worth $15-$30. Full Torch examples can bring $30-$200. Superb gem examples (MS-68 or higher) can exceed $500.
It is the only Roosevelt dime ever minted at West Point. Only 1.46 million were produced exclusively for 1996 Mint Sets, making it scarce compared to billions of normal Roosevelt dimes.
While theoretically possible since some have been spent from broken mint sets, it is extremely unlikely. Most 1996-W dimes remain in their original mint sets or have been individually graded.
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