Here is a breakdown of the value of a 1943 dime in different conditions:
- Circulated: $1.30
- Mint state (MS-60): $10.61
- Mint state (MS-65): $23.80
- Mint state (MS-70): $110.00
If your dime has any errors, it could be worth even more. Some common errors on 1943 dimes include:
- Off-center strike: A coin that is struck off-center from the die will have a raised edge on one side and a flat edge on the other side. The amount that the coin is off-center can vary.
- Die break: A die break is a crack or break in the die that creates a raised area on the coin. Die breaks can vary in size and location.
- Double die: A double die is an error that occurs when a coin is struck twice with the same die. This can create a raised impression of the die on the coin, which can be visible to the naked eye.
- Mismatched dies: Mismatched dies are an error that occurs when the obverse and reverse dies are not aligned correctly. This can create a coin that has the obverse design on one side and the reverse design on the other side.
If you believe that your 1943 dime has an error, it is important to have it authenticated by a professional coin grader.