1936-S Mercury Dime MS-66 PCGS (FSB)

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The 1936 ten cent piece struck at the San Francisco Mint represents a classic era of American silver coinage. Composed of 90 percent silver with a weight containing 0.0723 troy ounces of precious metal, this dime is a testament to the detailed engraving of the early twentieth century. This specific coin has achieved a high grade of Mint State 66, indicating its exceptional preservation and lustrous surfaces. On the obverse, the design features a winged Liberty head flanked by the legend "IN GOD WE TRUST" and the date 1936. The reverse displays a fasces wrapped in an olive branch, surrounded by the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA", "E PLURIBUS UNUM", and the denomination "ONE DIME". This particular specimen is recognized for having Full Split Bands, meaning the horizontal lines binding the fasces on the reverse are completely defined and distinct, a feature highly prized by enthusiasts because it indicates a remarkably sharp and complete strike.