1982 10C NO P, FB

Description

# 1982-P Roosevelt Dime, No Mintmark, FB, PCGS MS67. A Landmark Modern Error Variety in Premium Condition. The 1982 "No Mintmark" Roosevelt Dime stands as one of the most significant modern U.S. coinage errors, representing a fascinating chapter in numismatic history. This variety resulted from a working die accidentally placed into service at the Philadelphia Mint without the required "P" mintmark—a striking departure from the standardized mintmark policy that had been implemented in 1980. The error was discovered in late 1982, most famously at Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio, and subsequently in Pennsylvania. This example exhibits the desirable Strong strike designation, indicating nearly full design definition across the obverse and reverse—a characteristic that distinguishes it from the scarcer "Weak" strike variants and makes it more numismatically significant to specialists. Technical Excellence and Rarity. Graded PCGS MS67, this coin demonstrates exceptional preservation for a modern circulation-strike error. The grade reflects sharp striking detail, lustrous surfaces, and minimal handling marks—qualities that are notably difficult to achieve with 1982-dated Roosevelt Dimes, particularly given the suspension of Mint Set production that year, which severely limited the availability of uncirculated examples. According to PCGS population data, only 10 coins have graded higher, with just 32 total certified, underscoring the rarity of premium-quality examples. The Full Bands (FB) designation further enhances collector appeal, as only approximately 37% of certified 1982-P dimes achieve this striking distinction. Historical Significance and Market Position. The 1982 "No Mintmark" Roosevelt Dime is ranked #32 in *100 Greatest U.S. Modern Coins*, reflecting its importance in the modern error category. Unlike novelty strikes or intentional commemorative issues, this variety represents a genuine production anomaly that escaped detection until discovered by alert collectors. Estimates suggest between 10,000 and 150,000 examples were released into circulation, making it genuinely scarce relative to the massive mintage of standard 1982-P dimes (519 million pieces).