1930 Mercury Dime Good/VF
Semi-Numismatic
1930 Mercury Dime Good/VF
Struck in 1930, this United States ten-cent piece represents a classic era of American coinage. Minted from 90% fine silver with a precious metal content of 0.0715 troy ounces, the coin carries the distinctive artistry of designer Adolph Weinman. Its obverse displays a youthful depiction of Liberty adorned with a winged Phrygian cap, an image that historically led to the popular, though technically inaccurate, nickname of the Mercury Dime. Surrounding this central portrait, the legend reads IN GOD WE TRUST alongside the 1930 date. The reverse of the coin presents a detailed fasces paired with an olive branch, symbolizing strength and peace. The inscriptions surrounding this design include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ONE DIME, and the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM. While the outer rim of this Philadelphia-minted coin may exhibit signs of wear consistent with its graded condition of Good or better, the enduring details of Weinman's composition remain a captivating study for those exploring early twentieth-century American currency.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1930 |
| Grade | Good or Better |
| 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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