1942-P Mercury Dime – Uncirculated – Brilliant 90% Silver
This a 1942-P Mercury Dime in uncirculated condition, featuring strong detail and original mint luster. This coin is a sharp example from the later years of the Mercury series and remains one of the most popular classic U.S. silver dimes.
Designed by Adolph A. Weinman, the obverse features Liberty wearing a winged cap—often mistaken for the Roman god Mercury—while the reverse displays a fasces and olive branch, symbolizing strength and peace.
Coin Details:
Year: 1942
Mint: Philadelphia (no mint mark)
Denomination: 10¢
Composition: 90% Silver / 10% Copper
Weight: 2.5 grams
Diameter: 17.9 mm
Designer: Adolph A. Weinman
Condition:
Uncirculated
Strong strike with sharp details
Visible mint luster
No signs of circulation wear
Please review all photos carefully to evaluate surface quality, luster, and overall eye appeal. The coin shown is the exact coin you will receive (unless otherwise stated).
Additional Information:
Authentic U.S. Mint silver coin
Excellent addition to any Mercury Dime collection
Ideal for type sets or silver collectors
Coin will be packaged securely and shipped promptly after payment.