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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
Every Mercury date and mintmark
The cards below are the curated highlights. The full date/mint catalog covers all 77 entries with U.S. Mint mintage figures and documented varieties.
Mercury coins in the catalog
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Mercury Dime Guide: the 1916-D & Full Bands
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