DIMES is a plural noun that refers to a type of United States coin. Specifically, it denotes a ten-cent coin. The term is most commonly used in the context of American currency. DIMES are circular in shape and typically made of a combination of copper and nickel. They have a small diameter, measuring 17.91 millimeters, and a thickness of 1.35 millimeters.
On the obverse of the DIMES, there is an image of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who served as the 32nd President of the United States. The reverse side features a depiction of a torch, an olive branch, and an oak branch, symbolizing liberty, peace, and strength respectively. The word "LIBERTY" is inscribed above the image, followed by the year of minting, and the phrase "IN GOD WE TRUST."
DIMES have been in circulation since 1796, making them one of the longest-standing denominations of currency in the United States. They are widely accepted and used for various transactions, particularly as part of a larger monetary value. DIMES, along with other coins, are often stored and carried in small change purses or wallets due to their compact size. Additionally, the phrase "a dime a dozen" has become a popular idiom, meaning something is easily accessible or very common.
