Welcome to CCF. Probably it is circulation wear. But we are going to need a much clearer close up of the area in question. 1968 dimes aren't silver, so probably worth face value. Keep hunting and posting.
We can't tell anything from that photo. Need a clear larger photo of the complete coin plus a closeup of the area of concern. In order to help you, you have to help us.
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