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1944 Mercury Dime // Mint Error // Uncentered Broadstruck // PCGS Certified MS63 // Deluxe Collector's Pouch

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The Mercury Dime was a vintage American coin minted from 1916 to 1945. The unusual example offered here features a unique broadstrike minting error that is difficult to come by. This error occurs when the minting press looses the metal collar that normally encircles the coin blank while being struck between the obverse and reverse dies, leading to an oozing of the struck metal out beyond the normal edge of the coin. Certified by PCGS in Mint State 63 condition, you will receive the unique coin shown in the photos housed in a deluxe collector’s pouch with a certificate of authenticity.

Properly known as the “Winged Liberty” dime in the Mint’s official description, this popular coin features a stunning example of a youthful Lady Liberty on the obverse wearing a winged Phrygian cap to symbolize freedom of thought. However, this was publicly confused almost immediately after its release in October of 1916 with a likeness of the Roman God Mercury, and thus this coin’s enduring colloquial name was born. The reverse features the fasces carried by Roman magisterial lictors and symbolizes power and justice, as well as strength in numbers, and is accompanied by an olive branch of peace. The Mercury dime spanned an era that witnessed two World Wars, the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression, and the entirety of Prohibition. It continues to be one of the most beloved coins in American history, more than 70 years after its last mintage in 1947.

Product Details
  • Measurements
    5"L x 4"W x 1"H
  • OriginUnited States

— Type: Mercury Dime (1916-1947)
— Designer: Adolph A. Weinman
— Weight: 2.50 grams
— Composition: 0.900 silver, 0.100 copper
— Net silver weight: 0.07234 oz pure silver
— Obverse Design: Liberty with winged cap
— Obverse Inscription: LIBERTY / IN GOD WE TRUST / DATE
— Reverse Design: Fasces with axe / Olive branch
— Reverse Inscription: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / E PLURIBUS UNUM / ONE DIME

Please Note: You will receive the unique item(s) shown in the photos.

Shipping Information
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    United States
  • Shipping Policy
    Standard Ground Shipping
  • Ship In
    3-4 weeks
  • Return Policy
    Final sale, not eligible for return or cancellation

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