Dansco album pages for dimes we carry pages for liberty, mercury and roosevelt dimes. The coins in this set are in average circulated condition, meaning the earlier coins will range from about good to fine. Cline on standing liberty quarters, and bruce fox on walking liberty halves. One of the most critical years for the mercury dime series in 1942, with two major versions made. In his book on mercury dimes, lange notes that barber, by then aged 75, had been compelled over the past ten years to participate in the systematic undoing of a lifetimes achievements. But there still plenty of dates from this popular early series that can still be purchased in high grade for a very modest sum. The mercury dime is by far one of the most popular coins today.
The meat of the book, however, is a date by date analysis of the entire series noted numismatic author, david w. Make offer 1916 mercury dime in excellent condition from a collection and never circulated. The 19421 was made in philadelphia, again without a mintmark, and the 19421d was struck in denver, with the standard d included on the reverse. The book contains a rich history of the series, along with its designer. How to grade mercury dimes photo grade comparison images. An exciting set to collect, with most dates and mintmarks affordable in bu co. Mercury dimes are very popular tencent pieces produced by the united states mint from.
Complete 191645 silver mercury dime set average circulated condition comes housed in a custom harris folder this set includes every mercury dimes issued for circulation, including the coveted 1916d. This allnew edition contains over 250 fullyillustrated pages, loaded with information on this popular series. The set also includes an additional example to show the reverse design. Buy iconic mercury dimes for less from money metals exchange. A guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars the official red book. Get the best deals on dime coin book in mercury dimes 19161945 when you shop the largest online selection at. Find the current mercury dime values by year, coin varieties, and specific grade. Shop littleton coin companys huge inventory of dimes. Mercury dime values are moderate to high coinstudy.
Mercury dimes produced by the denver mint that same year are popular among numismatists, as well. The value of a mercury dime varies significantly depending on its year of mintage, mintmark and condition. We take pride in providing the most accurate coin values and stats online. Grading mercury dime involves not only the technical side, judging the amount of wear to the surface. Shop today and enjoy the highest level of service in the industry. Any mercury dime dated before 1934 is worth grading with a critical eye. Meanwhile rare mercury dimes, such as the 1916d, are highly valuable in virtually any grade. Mercury or winged liberty dimes minted 1916 to 1945 this coin was issued as a response to the great war wwi. Mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars. If you were to pick a specific decade, heres the one that will enhance in value over time and provide lots of satisfaction. Also, visit our mercury dime facts page and see their value with our price guide, and find the date you want to buy. Mercury dimes are very popular tencent pieces produced by the united states mint from 1916 to 1945.
A guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters. Grading mercury dimes how to videoimagesdescriptions. Check out some of the most popular dimes ever minted, old mercury dimes, in the united states. This page may contain affiliate links for which we receive a commission. Minted in denver, these are the oldest mercury dimes. Within the years 1916 to 1931 are many dates and mint marked coins worth well above the current. Most of these pieces have suffered some heavy damage, so that is why collectors will inspect their condition closely.
Also, the condition of your coins is important in determining how much your mercury dime is worth. The guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars provides instructions on how to grade your collection, tips on smart buying, retail values in multiple grades including proof coins, certifiedpopulation data, and an analysis of each date and mintmark. Key dates of the popular mercury dime series analyzed. Mercury dimes 19161945 whitman coin book and supplies on. The mint mark is also the wrong size on 1928s, 1934d, and 1941s mercury dimes. The result is that the mint mark is much smaller than usual. Whitman brand, folder opens flat for allatonce viewing and includes data pertaining to the coins it holds. Mercury dimes were struck in philadelphia, denver, and san francisco. Mercury dime photos, mintage, specifications, errors. A guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty.
Grading mercury dimes also known as winged liberty head dimes is a skill that has taken even the most seasoned coin collector years of experience to perfect. With that, the mercury dime was relegated to the history books, but remains. The complete guide to mercury dimes, second edition. For coins that are as old as the 1916 mercury dime, one of the biggest determinants of price is the condition the coin is in.
Opens in a new window opens an external site opens an external site in a new window. Mercury dimes value will differ depending on year and mintage, but they add the perfect complement to any collection. A guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters and. Also showing coins for sale in our database for the barber type dimes items. The united states mint made mercury dimes from 1916 to 1945, but when collectors look for mercury dimes for sale, they often look for specific years from certain mints, including. This dime is composed of 90 percent silver and 10 percent copper.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. The us mint produced these coins from 1916 1945 in 90% silver. There are other books that cover each of these series in a more comprehensive manner. Dime coin book in mercury dimes 19161945 for sale ebay. Rare dates and mint marks are two key factors affecting mercury dime values. One was the walking liberty half dollar, and the other was the mercury dime. Study this guide, and it will get you started on your way to becoming an expert coin grader. The winged liberty dime, popularly known as the mercury dime was introduced late. Get the best deals on mercury dimes 1916 1945 when you shop the largest online selection at. Adolph weinman designed two of the us mints most popular and beautiful coins.
This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell. Mercury dime grading guide for the us coin collector. The mercury dime remained a fixture in american culture for many years, a faithful companion through two world wars and the great depression. While there are only a few dates which can be considered scarce, the popularity of the series does make it difficult to complete a full set, particularly in uncirculated condition. Mercury, 19161945 official whitman coin folder hardcover august 1, 1988 by whitman publishing author. The mercury dimes are one of the most recognizable coins in united states history.
The 1916 d mercury dime is the rarest and most valuable key date silver dime in this series. In his book on mercury dimes, lange notes that barber, by then aged 75, had been compelled over the past ten years to participate in the systematic undoing of. The paperback of the a guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars by david q. Mercury dimes, 19161945 by whitman coin book and supplies.
Mercury dime coin values are all over the map, with prices for lowerend commondates tied to their intrinsic silver bullion value. Learn how to grade mercury liberty head dimes with pictures of g4, vg, f12, vf, ef, au, ms bu grades. Lange, has completely rewritten his classic reference book on mercury dimes. Mercury dimes were produced from 1916 to 1945 with coins struck at the philadelphia, denver, and san francisco mints. A guide book of mercury dimes, standing liberty quarters, and liberty walking half dollars, 1st edition. These classic silver coins were minted between 1916 and 1947, an era spanning two world wars and the great depression. The mercury dime is also commonly referred to as the winged liberty head dime and was designed by adolph weinman. I also found the history part on each year extremely superficial. Dansco pages for dimes, get blank pages or update your. Following the death of franklin roosevelt in 1945, a new dime bearing his likeness was designed and released the following year. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Custom bookstyle display included at no additional charge.
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