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Technically the coins are supposed to be called Liberty dimes and the winged Liberty cap worn by Miss Liberty is supposed to symbolize freedom. But the design looks so much like the winged helmet worn by the Roman god Mercury that people nicknamed the coin a "Mercury" dime almost as soon as it was released, and the name has stuck for almost a century.
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What is the rarest Mercury dime?
a 1916-D mercury dime
What does a picture of a mercury dime looks like?
Do a Google image search for "Mercury Dime" and you will see the photo of the dime.
What is the actual size of a 1916 D mercury dime?
The 1916-D Mercury dime is 1.35mm thick and has a diameter of 17.9mm.
How can you tell if a dime is winged head or mercury?
Simple Answer: The Winged Liberty Head dime is a Mercury Head dime, same coin with two names. Winged Liberty Head is the official name.
How can you tell if you have a mercury dime?
One way is to compare it to a picture of a Mercury dime. Another way is to simply check the date on it. If it's dated anywhere from 1916 to 1945, it's a Mercury.
What does a mercury 1944 dime look like?
A mercury dime has a face of a personification of liberty on it with a winged helmet. They are called mercury dimes because it looks like Mercury from mythology.
What is the value of an 1853 Mercury dime?
That's off by about 65 years. Mercury dimes were minted from 1916 to 1945. A dime from 1853 would be called a Liberty dime or Liberty Seated dime.
What is the value of the 1903 mercury nickel?
Back in 1903, the nickel was called, the "Liberty" nickel. The name "Mercury" only refers to the dime and came into circulation in 1916. The "Mercury" dime was produced until 1945. In 1946 to present, it is called the "Roosevelt" dime.
What is the value of a 1910 Mercury Dime?
Mercury dimes were minted from 1916 to 1945. Your coin is called a Barber dime, after its designer Charles Barber.
What is value of 1917 us dime?
a 1917 us dime is called a mercury dime. its not that rare so it is worth about a dollar
Value of 1936 dime?
a 1936 dime is called a mercury dime. they aren't rare so they are worth around a dollar
What is the value of an 1896 Mercury dime?
Mercury dimes were made from 1916 to 1945. A dime from 1896 would be called a Barber dime after its designer Charles Barber, or a Liberty dime. See the Related Question for values.
What is the rarest Mercury dime?
a 1916-D mercury dime
What is the value of a 1907 Mercury dime?
Mercury dimes were struck from 1916-1945. A 1907 dime is called a Barber (1892-1916) dime. It's a common date coin with a average value of $3.00.
What is the value of a 1937 flowing hair dime?
The US never minted a flowing-hair dime. A dime from 1937 would be a Winged Liberty dime, normally called a "Mercury" dime because the wings on Miss Liberty's cap make her resemble the Roman god Mercury. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1937 Mercury dime?" for more information.
What is the value of an 1881 Mercury dime?
Mercury dimes were minted from 1916 to 1945. Your coin is called a Liberty Seated dime. Please see the Related Question for more.
What is the value of an 1870 Mercury dime?
Mercury dimes were minted from 1916 to 1945. Your coin is called a Liberty Seated dime. Please see the Related Question for more.
