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1978-D DIME

PCGS Nos: 5154

Mintage:
Circulation strikes: 282,847,540
Proofs: 0

Designer: John R. Sinnock

Diameter: ±17.9 millimeters

Metal content:
Outer layers - 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Center - 100% Copper

Weight: ±35 grains (±2.27 grams)

Edge: Reeded

Mintmark: "D" (for Denver, CO) above the date

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Notes:
The finest Uncirculated example graded by PCGS is a single MS-68.

Sources and/or recommended reading:
"The PCGS Population Report, July 2003" by The Professional Coin Grading Service

 

 
 

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