1916 Mercury Dime
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$1,998 MS67+ 11-15-2013 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1916 Mercury Dime is a dime from the Philadelphia Mint, belonging to the Mercury Dimes 1916-1945 series. The U.S. Mint produced 22.2 million examples, making this the highest mintage among 3 variants, accounting for 67% of the year's production. The obverse features young Liberty wearing a winged Phrygian cap, symbolizing freedom of thought — often called the "Mercury" dime despite not depicting the Roman god and the reverse displays a Roman fasces — a bundle of rods with an axe — entwined with an olive branch, symbolizing strength through unity tempered by peace. The first year of the Mercury Dime. The 1916-D with a mintage of only 264,000 is the key date. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $10 to $159 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4904.
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