1926-D Mercury Dime
The 1926-D Mercury Dime had a total mintage of over 6.8 million coins struck at the Denver Mint. This coin is possible to find in the highest Mint State grades with a Full Band strike. The Full Band designation is reserved for those coins that show a full and separated band strike on the reverse of the coin. The two center band that hold the bundle of rods together on the fasces.
History of the 1926-D Mercury Dime
When searching for your ideal 1926-D Mercury Dime, cherrypicking is advised to ensure a sharp strike and attractive surfaces. This Denver minted coin can be found at reasonable prices depending on what the collector is seeking, with the most affordable being circulated coins, and huge premiums for Full Band versions. The Mercury Dime was designed by Adolph A. Weinman who also happened to design the Walking Liberty Half Dollar. The obverse of the coin features a young Lady Liberty wearing the “liberty of thought” winged cap. The reverse depicts a fasces that is wrapped in an olive branch with an ax. The ‘D’ mint mark can be found on the bottom of the reverse of the coin.
1926-D Mercury Dime Value
The 1926-D Mercury Dime value ranges between $2,700 and $60,000 for the highest grades of the coin. This is a huge range in pricing and the coin can be found for less in lower Mint State grades and circulated grades. The 1926-D Mercury Dime would make a valuable addition to any Mercury Dime series collection.
Type of coin: Dime
Year: 1926-D Mercury Dime
Mercury Dime Mint Mark: Denver
Total mintage: 6,828,000
Metal content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Face value: Ten Cents
Weight: 2.50 grams
Edge: Reeded
Designer: Adolph Alexander Weinman
Diameter: 17.90 millimeters