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1916-D Mercury Dime
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Mercury Coins
The "Mercury" dime (1916-1945) actually depicts Liberty in a winged cap. The 1916-D is its blue-chip key date.
- Years:
- 1916-1942
- Denominations:
- 10¢
- Designer:
- Adolph A. Weinman
- In catalog:
- 2
Mercury coins in the catalog
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