Prooflike US Type Set
10C ROOSEVELT, CLAD (1965-DATE)

Owner Comments:

Total Graded: 14747
Total Prooflike: 155
Percentage: 1.05%

Reflecting the general unpopularity of the dime, there are relatively few modern Roosevelt’s graded. However, the number of prooflikes is about the same as other modern series, giving a percentage of graded coins of about 1%. Smaller coins generally have a higher proportion of prooflike coins. As with other modern series, the most common dates are the late 90’s, and 2000’s. Business strikes have a number of PL’s, but the mint’s new SMS coins which have been put in mint sets are generally struck to a higher quality. These coins are technically MS, but are made with special care and attention for collectors. Hence, high grades and high quality are more common. I have an example of both regular business strike and SMS in my set, although the SMS is shown here.

My dime is a high grade SMS 68* PL, although it doesn’t have full torch lines. The SMS coins have more of a satin feel than typical business strikes. The mirrors on this coin are bright and flashy, and the strong cameo contrast earned the desirable star rating. There is a large nick on Frank’s cheek, which I would have though precluded the 68 grade, but the rest of the coin is flawless. I got this on Ebay for a very good price.