1943-D Mercury Dime AU
Semi-Numismatic
1943-D Mercury Dime AU
Struck during a pivotal year in global history, this 1943 silver ten-cent piece from the Denver Mint showcases one of the most celebrated designs in American coinage. Known widely as the Mercury dime, the coin actually depicts a youthful personification of Liberty. She wears a winged Phrygian cap on her head, a symbol meant to represent freedom of thought. The obverse also bears the classic national motto of trust and the clear date of 1943. Turning the coin over reveals a detailed reverse featuring a traditional fasces, which is bound with an olive branch. This pairing represents both strength and the desire for peace. The Denver mintmark, a small letter D, is located on this side, alongside the denomination of one dime. Composed of 90 percent silver, this particular specimen survives in Almost Uncirculated condition, preserving the fine details of Adolph Weinman's original artistic vision.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1943 |
| Mint mark | D - Denver |
| 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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