When were US dimes made of silver?

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2026-04-02 20:01

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From 1796 to 1964, all US dimes were struck in an alloy of 90% silver and 10% copper.

Starting in 1965 all circulating dimes have been made of copper-nickel. Since 1992, special "prestige proof" dimes have been made in 90% silver but these are only for sale to collectors and investors.

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