A dime is a coin in the United States that is worth ten cents, which is one-tenth of a dollar. It is the smallest and thinnest coin in circulation, made primarily of a combination of copper and nickel. The front side of the dime features a portrait of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, while the back side displays a depiction of a torch, an olive branch, and a oak branch, symbolizing liberty and peace. Dimes are commonly used in everyday transactions, such as buying snacks or making change. They are part of the U.S. coinage system, which includes other coins like pennies, nickels, and quarters. The dime has been in circulation since 1796 and has undergone various design changes over the years, but its value has remained consistent at ten cents.