1929-S Mercury Dime

The 1929-S Mercury Dime had a total mintage of just over 4.7 million coins struck at the San Francisco Mint. For a coin with a low mintage and with the ‘S’ mint mark found on the bottom of the reverse of the coin, the 1929-S Mercury Dime can be found in some of the highest Mint State grades and lower prices, especially for a San Francisco minted coin. This coin would add great value to a collection without breaking the bank, and has been found up to around MS68 and MS67+ in Full Band versions.

History of the 1929-S Mercury Dime

Cherrypicking is advised when looking for your ideal 1929-S Mercury Dime. Seek out a coin that is well-struck, has great overall eye appeal, and a nice luster. This is an affordable coin even in higher grades for the novice or experienced numismatist. The obverse of the coin depicts a younger version of Lady Liberty wearing a winged cap. The reverse features a fasces, a bundle of rods wrapped in bands, an olive branch, and an ax. This coin was designed by Adolph A. Weinman. He was also the designer of the Walking Liberty Half Dollar.