1927 Mercury Dime AU
Semi-Numismatic
1927 Mercury Dime AU
The 1927 ten-cent piece, widely known as the Mercury Dime, is a classic example of United States coinage from the pre-1933 era. Struck in 90% silver, this coin contains 0.0715 troy ounces of precious metal. It represents a period of artistic transition in American currency, showcasing intricate details that remain visible even in an Almost Uncirculated state. On the obverse, the design features a youthful personification of Liberty. She wears a traditional Phrygian cap adorned with wings, a detail that historically led observers to confuse her with the Roman messenger god, Mercury. The legend "IN GOD WE TRUST" is inscribed alongside the 1927 date. The reverse of the coin displays a fasces, a bundle of rods bound around an axe, which is paired with a wrapping olive branch. This side of the coin bears the national motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" as well as the denomination, "ONE DIME."
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1927 |
| Grade | Almost Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 10 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.0715 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
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