THE Key Date of the Mercury Dime Series - A Cornerstone 20th-Century Type Coin

Only 264,000 minted — one of the lowest mintages of any 20th-century U.S. coin!

Only 3,958 (1.4%) certified AG03, and only 5,892 are graded higher!

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Holder Type: PCGS Gold Shield.

This is the legendary 1916-D Mercury Dime, the undisputed key date of the entire series and one of the most coveted U.S. type coins of the 20th century. Even in lower circulated grades, this date remains highly desirable, consistently strong in demand, and a cornerstone for any serious Mercury dime collection.

The Power of the Mint Mark

What makes this dime so special?
The tiny “D” mint mark, located at the 7 o’clock position on the reverse, transforms an otherwise common 1916 dime into a numismatic treasure. On such a small coin, this mint mark can be easy to miss—this is a coin worth owning a loupe for!

• 1916 (Philadelphia, no mint mark): 22,180,080 minted

• 1916-D (Denver): Only 264,000 minted — one of the lowest mintages of any 20th-century U.S. coin

With such an extremely small production run, survivors in any grade are scarce, and demand has remained strong for decades.

Certified Authentic by PCGS AG03

This example is graded AG03 by PCGS, the most trusted third-party grading service in the hobby. Despite honest, heavy circulation, the date and mint mark remain visible, exactly what matters most for this key date.

Price Guide Value

• PCGS AG03 Price Guide: $925

• PCGS G04 Price Guide: $1,650

A one-grade jump nearly doubles the value, showing just how aggressively this key date climbs even at the lowest grades.

Whether you're building a Mercury dime set, collecting classic key dates, or securing a historically important piece of American numismatics, this 1916-D stands as an icon. Low mintage, high demand, and an unshakeable reputation, this is a coin that belongs in every advanced collection.