1943 Mercury (Winged Liberty Head) Dime

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number6
Estimate4.00 - 6.00 USD
AuctionCoin, Stamp, Collectables and More 29
DateAugust 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseFeatherznest
LocationGrapevine, Arkansas

1943 Mercury (Winged Liberty Head) Dime, likely Philadelphia (no mintmark visible) or lightly worn San Francisco.Identification & Key FeaturesObverse: 1943 date, strong profile with wing details, "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE TRUST."Reverse: Fasces with bands, olive branch, "E PLURIBUS UNUM," "ONE DIME."Condition: Circulated (moderate wear on high points like Liberty's hair/wing and fasces). Attractive toning with some luster remaining. Likely VF–AU range.Planchet/Edge Check (per your note): The reverse edge/rim area shows typical circulation wear, minor nicks, or planchet irregularities common on wartime silver coins—no obvious major errors like a large clip, off-center strike, or dramatic lamination. No clear "struck on wrong planchet" indicators (weight/color normal for silver dime). Minor rim bruises or die chips possible but not high-value.Standard common-date Mercury Dime (high mintage across mints). No major varieties like doubled die or rare mintmark visible.Auction Value (2026 Average)Circulated (VF–AU): $3–$10 (near silver melt ~$4–$6).

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