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    Is this dime FB?

    in Newbie Coin Collecting Questions

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    On 9/22/2023 at 5:41 PM, Sandon said:

        Welcome to the NGC chat board.

        For Roosevelt dimes such as your coin, the terminology is "Full Torch" (FT). The terms "Full Bands" (FB) or sometimes "Full Split Bands" (FSB) apply to "Mercury" dimes. See Learn Grading: What Are Full Bands and Full Torch? | NGC (ngccoin.com).  For a fuller explanation of NGC's requirements for the FT designation and better photos, see Full Torch Designation Defined | NGC (ngccoin.com). PCGS standards may differ. 

       Because of the nicks that interrupt the splits in the bands, especially the band at the bottom of the torch, this coin may not qualify for the FT designation.  It is likely a case of "close but no cigar".

    Okay, thank you!