US · Ten Cents · 1916–1945

Winged Liberty (Mercury) Dime (1916–1945)

Properly the Winged Liberty Head; the wings on Liberty's cap were mistaken for the messenger god Mercury. Considered one of the most beautiful US coins. Full Bands designation (FB) on the reverse fasces is the premium attribute.

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Specifications

DesignerAdolph A. Weinman
Composition90% silver / 10% copper
Weight2.5 g
Diameter17.91 mm
EdgeReeded
SeriesMercury Dime
Years issued1916–1945
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Key dates & varieties

YearMintmarkVarietyMintageRarity
1916D264Kkey
1921D1.1Msemi-key
1921P1.2Msemi-key
1942DOverdate 1942/1-Dkey
1942POverdate 1942/1key