1927 Mercury Dime
The 1927 Mercury Dime had a total mintage of over 28 million coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint. It’s possible to find this coin in most Mint State grades all the way up to some of the highest grades. The 1927 Mercury Dime usually maxes out around MS67 in both Mint State and Full Band versions. The Full Band version typically commands a higher price and is distinguished based on the two center bands found on the reverse of the coin that hold the bundle of rods together. These bands are clearly struck and separated.
History of the 1927 Mercury Dime
The 1927 Mercury Dime is a beautiful coin that can be found at reasonable prices compared to some of the other coins in the series. As is common practice with the Philadelphia Mint for regular strike coins, the Mercury Dimes struck here didn’t feature a mint mark. The Mercury Dime was designed by Adolph Alexander Weinman who also designed the Walking Liberty Half Dollar. He designed the obverse to show Lady Liberty wearing a winged cap, and the reverse featuring a fasces, an ax, and an olive branch.
1927 Mercury Dime Value
The 1927 Mercury Dime value ranges between around $800 and $15,000 for some of the highest Mint State and Full Band grades. Both of these varieties can be found in upwards of Mint State 67, but it is possible to find them in lower grades at more affordable prices. The 1927 Mercury Dime would make an excellent addition to any Mercury Dime series collection.
Type of coin: Dime
Year: 1927 Mercury Dime
Mercury Dime Mint Mark: Philadelphia
Total mintage: 28,080,000
Metal content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Face value: Ten Cents
Weight: 2.50 grams
Edge: Reeded
Designer: Adolph Alexander Weinman
Diameter: 17.90 millimeters