1944-D Mercury Dime AU
Semi-Numismatic
1944-D Mercury Dime AU
Struck in 90 percent silver at the Denver Mint during the final years of World War II, this 1944 ten-cent piece is a beautiful example of American coinage. The coin contains 0.0715 troy ounces of precious metal, combining intrinsic value with an iconic design that captured the public imagination for decades. The front of the coin presents a youthful profile of Liberty wearing a winged Phrygian cap. This distinctive headwear often led observers to mistake her for the Roman messenger god, giving rise to the popular nickname of the Mercury Dime. Alongside her portrait, the classic motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" is clearly visible. The back of the coin displays a fasces, a bundle of rods bound around an ax, positioned next to an olive branch. These contrasting elements symbolize strength, unity, and a desire for peace. The inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "ONE DIME," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" encircle this powerful imagery, while the small "D" mint mark indicates its origin in Denver.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1944 |
| 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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