CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1940 Mercury Dime value at an average of $2.00, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $40.
Where is the mint mark on a Mercury dime?
So, Where is the Mint Mark on Mercury Dimes? Mercury Dimes, which ran from 1916 through 1945, carry mint marks on their reverse in the lower left corner of the field by the rim, just to the right of the “E” in “ONE” and below the bulk of the olive branch.
How much is a 1943 silver Mercury dime worth?
The 1943 dime with no mint mark is worth around $3 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $3.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $6 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $27.
The 1940 dime with no mint mark is worth around $3 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $3.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $7 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $30.
Minimum 1943 dime value is $1.87 for a coin in “good” condition through “extremely fine” condition. Most of these silver dimes, if they show worn surfaces, are priced at the value of their silver content.
How much is a 1940 Mercury Head dime worth?
1940 dime value starts with the value of its silver content, approximately $1.52 today. Mercury head dimes minted in the 1940’s are avidly collected in the “uncirculated” grade. Pictured is an example of a very nice 1940 dime valued at $10 or higher, the result of the demand for coins in this top condition.
Where is the mint mark on a 1940 dime?
Mercury dimes are also known as Winged Liberty Head dimes. The US minted the 1940 dime with no mint mark and also the 1940 D dime and 1940 S dime. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the reverse side of the coin.
How much is a mint condition Mercury dime worth?
Also, the condition of your coins is important in determining how much your Mercury Dime is worth. A nice mint state Mercury dime pictured, because of its beautiful condition is worth $20 and perhaps higher. How to judge the condition of your coins, known as “Grading” is covered in detail below.
What is the value of a 1945 Mercury dime?
Special Note: Mercury dimes dated 1940-1945 are generally collected in Uncirculated grade. The values normally range from $5 to $30 depending on how nice the uncirculated condition. The fewer marks, brightness of luster, beauty of toning, fullness of strike all have a role in determining Mercury dime values.
