10 cent coinsknown as Mercury Dime, captivate collectors and lovers of numismatics. Minted between 1916 and 1945, these coins, named after the image of the mythological goddess of freedom on their obverse, are a true treasure for those looking for unique pieces in the world. numismatic market.
These pieces have the figure of the goddess of freedom with a winged cap, a symbol of free thought. Additionally, on the reverse, you can see a fascinating fasces design accompanied by the words “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA E PLURIBUS UNUM ONE DIME”which is the work of the sculptor Adolfo A. Weinman.
WHAT ARE THE “MERCURY DIME” 10 CENT COINS?
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The popular 1945 Mercury Dime with full band was struck at the San Francisco Mint. With about 41,920,000 copies, its rarity has made it a coveted piece by collectors. It reaches very high prices at auction: it sold for $96,000 in 2018.
1942 Mercury Dime
Another notable piece is the 1942 Mercury Dime, also from the Denver Mintwhich was auctioned for $120,000 in 2018. The uniqueness of this coin lies in the fact that the original 1941 engraving was rewritten in 1942.
1938-S Mercury Dime
There is also the 1938-S Mercury Dime, sold for $364,250 in 2019. It was minted at the Mint in San Francisco and stands out for its striking colors for collectors. There are more than 8 million copies.
1919-D Mercury Dime
Similarly, the 1919-D Mercury Dime with full band, valued at $218,500are among the most attractive, especially if they are in good condition, since most of the 10 million copies that exist are of low quality.
1918 Mercury with full band
While the 1918 Mercury dime, with full band, a detail that was not usual among the specimens of that year. It was auctioned for US$140,000 in 2019 and there are 19,300,000 pieces minted at the San Francisco Mint.
1916 Mercury Dime without mint mark
It is not known how many examples there are of the 1916 Mercury Dime coin, so it has great value in the numismatic market, especially since it does not have a mint mark. It reached the figure of US$192,000 in 2020.
1916-D Mercury Dime
The 1916-D Mercury Dime with full band, which reached $195,500 in 2010, is one of the pieces that fascinates collectors and fans alike. Are 264,000 copies minted at the Denver Mint.
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THE VALUE OF A TWO DOLLAR BILL, ACCORDING TO ITS YEAR OF PRINTING
To get an idea of the value the bill may have, you should look at the date it was printed. Look at this reference:
- Before 1976: It’s probably worth a little more than $2. For example, some of them sell for US$2.25.
- 1890: could be worth between US$500 and US$2,500. Some could reach US$4,500, it all depends on their condition.
- 1862: The first ones printed that year can be worth between US$500 and even more than US$2,800.
- 1869: That year the portrait of Alexander Hamilton was changed to that of Thomas Jefferson. Its value reaches US$3,800, there are even some that are worth more.
