1994 S Silver Clad Proof Dime

Last updated: September, 17 2024
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CoinTrackers.com estimates the value of a 1994 S Roosevelt Dime Proof in average condition to be worth $4.00, while one in mint state could be valued around $18.00.


1994 S Silver Clad Proof Dime
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  • Year: 1994
  • Mint Mark: S
  • Type: Roosevelt Dime
  • Price: $4.00-$18.00+
  • Face Value: 0.10 USD
  • Produced: 785,000
  • Edge: Reeded
  • Silver Content: 90%
  • Silver Weight: 0.0723 oz.
  • Melt Value: $2.28






Notes: This stats listed above are for the Silver Proofs issued this year. In 1992 the US Mint started minting some S Silver Proofs, prior to that the Mint had not issued silver dimes since 1965. Not all proof dimes after 1992 are silver however.

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How much is a 1994 S Silver Clad Proof Dime worth?

In Average Circulated (AC) condition it's worth around $4.00, one in certified mint state (MS+) condition could bring as much as $18 at auction. This price does not reference any standard coin grading scale. So when we say Average Circulated, we mean in a similar condition to other coins circulated in 1994, and mint state meaning it is certified MS+ by one of the top coin grading companies. *** [?].


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Specs & Design

This coin has a total mass of 2.268 g, a diameter of 17.91 mm, and a thickness of 1.52 mm. It's edge is Reeded, and the coins are composed of 1965-2022 75% Cu 25% Ni, Pre 1965 90% Silver and 10% Cu.


Designer: John R. Sinnock


Front (Obverse): The Roosevelt Dime is the modern United States dime that has for the most part continued production without interruption. The front also known as the obverse of the coin contains the bust of Franklin Roosevelt the 26th president of the United States. The words In God We Trust, and Liberty are inscribed as well as the date, the initials JS, and a mint mark if present. If no mint mark then the coin was issued at the Philadelphia mint.Roosevelt Dime Obverse


Back (Reverse): The reverse or back of this coin contains the words United States of America, One Dime, and E pluribus Unum (out of many, one). A lit torch is center, with an olive branch to the left, and an oak branch to the right.Roosevelt Dime Reverse For more information including the high res versions of images from above visit Wikipedia - Roosevelt Dime


What do the initials JS stand for? John Sinnock the Mints Chief Engraver.


Most Valuable

The most valuable Roosevelt Dime's. Prices listed are for MS-65 certified. Visit the link to learn more about each coin.

Image Year Mint Worth
Roosevelt Dime Image 1949 S $325
Roosevelt Dime Image 2015 W $105
Roosevelt Dime Image 1950 S $80
Roosevelt Dime Image 1954 S $80
Roosevelt Dime Image 1951 S $60
Roosevelt Dime Image 1946 S $55
Roosevelt Dime Image 1950 $50
Roosevelt Dime Image 1954 $47
Roosevelt Dime Image 1952 S $40
Roosevelt Dime Image 1955 $40
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Are 1994 S Silver Clad Proof Dimes Silver?

Yes! Roosevelt Dime's produced in 1994 are 90% silver to be precise, and contain 0.0723 troy oz or 2.248 grams in total of .999 pure silver. Silver weight is measured in troy ounces. Troy ounces weigh about 2 grams more than the standard ounce. CoinTrackers has built a tool that will let you know if your coin is silver or not. The tool is called Is My Coin Silver?.


Coinage issued in 1994 will only contain silver if minted as a silver proof. Is your coin a silver proof or just a proof? Do they weigh more than other identical coins from the same year? If so they are likely 90% silver. 90% silver coins are much denser than the modern 90% copper 10% nickel blend the mint uses today.

Numismatic vs Intrinsic Value:

This coin in poor condition is still worth $1.72 more than the intrinsic value from silver content of $2.28, this coin is thus more valuable to a collector than to a silver bug. Coins worth more to a collectors may be a better long term investment. If the metal prices drop you will still have a coin that a numismatic would want to buy.

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Current silver melt value* for a 1955 Roosevelt Dime is $2.28 and this price is based off the current silver spot price of $31.55 This value is dynamic so bookmark it and comeback for an up to the minute silver melt value.

***Price subject to standard supply and demand laws, dealer premiums, and other market variations. Prices represent past values fetched at online auctions, estate sales, certified coins being sold by dealers, and user submitted values. While we wholeheartedly try to give honest price estimates there are many factors besides appearance, metal content, and rarity that help make up the coins overall value. Call or visit your local coin dealer for more information.

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