Olevian Numismatic Rarities
U.S. Mercury Silver Dime (1916-1945) // Icons of American Coinage Series // Deluxe Display Box
Product Description
The Mercury Dime is a vintage American coin minted from 1916 to 1945. Today, they are seldom seen in circulation but are cherished by coin collectors and enthusiasts of American history alike. Offered here is a pleasant example hand-selected by professional numismatists after screening thousands of coins for quality and eye-appeal. Each coin is housed in an airtight capsule and presented in a plush-lined box with display easel, magnetic lid, and certificate of authenticity. The coin is unconditionally guaranteed to be genuine, dated between 1916 and 1945, and will match the quality of the one shown.
Properly known as the āWinged Libertyā dime in the Mintās official description, this popular coin features a stunning example of a youthful Lady Liberty on the obverse wearing a winged Phrygian cap to symbolize freedom of thought. However, this was publicly confused almost immediately after its release in October of 1916 with a likeness of the Roman God Mercury, and thus this coinās enduring colloquial name was born. The reverse features the fasces carried by Roman magisterial lictors and symbolizes power and justice, as well as strength in numbers, and is accompanied by an olive branch of peace. The Mercury dime spanned an era that witnessed two World Wars, the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression, and the entirety of Prohibition. It continues to be one of the most beloved coins in American history, more than 70 years after its last mintage in 1947.
Product Details
- Measurements
3"L x 3"W x 1"H
- OriginUnited States
ā Type: Mercury Dime (1916-1947)
ā Designer: Adolph A. Weinman
ā Weight: 2.50 grams
ā Diameter: 17.9 mm
ā Composition: 0.900 silver, 0.100 copper
ā Net silver weight: 0.07234 oz pure silver
ā Obverse Design: Liberty with winged cap
ā Obverse Inscription: LIBERTY / IN GOD WE TRUST / DATE
ā Reverse Design: Fasces with axe / Olive branch
ā Reverse Inscription: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / E PLURIBUS UNUM / ONE DIME
Please Note: The item(s) you receive will match the quality of the one shown, but may vary slightly due to the nature of original historical artifacts.
FAQ
The coins are in Fine to Very Fine condition.
Can I pick a year?No, we cannot guarantee a year at this time.
Shipping Information
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Shipping AvailabilityUnited States
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Shipping PolicyStandard Ground Shipping
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Ship In3-4 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation