1944 Mercury Dime Silver Coin
United States • Winged Liberty Head Dime • PCGS MS65 • Exceptional Luster.
A beautiful example of one of America's most beloved classic silver coin designs, the 1944 Mercury Dime was produced during the final years of World War II. Although officially known as the Winged Liberty Head Dime, collectors commonly refer to this issue as the "Mercury Dime" because Liberty's winged cap resembles the Roman god Mercury.
Designed by renowned sculptor Adolph A. Weinman, the obverse features a powerful portrait of Liberty wearing a winged Phrygian cap, symbolizing freedom of thought. The reverse displays a Roman fasces wrapped with an olive branch, representing strength, unity, and peace.
This example has been professionally certified by PCGS and graded MS65, representing a high-quality Mint State specimen with excellent preservation, sharp details, and attractive original surfaces. The 1944 Mercury Dime is especially popular among collectors building complete Mercury Dime sets or seeking classic 20th-century U.S. silver coinage.
Specifications
- Country: United States
- Year: 1944
- Mint: Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)
- Denomination: 10 Cents (Dime)
- Series: Mercury Dime (Winged Liberty Head)
- Designer: Adolph A. Weinman
- Composition: 90% Silver / 10% Copper
- Silver Content: 0.07234 oz ASW
- Weight: 2.50 grams
- Diameter: 17.9 mm
- Certification: PCGS
- Grade: MS65
A classic American silver coin combining historic wartime significance, beautiful design, and certified Mint State quality. An excellent addition for collectors of U.S. silver coins, Mercury Dimes, and classic PCGS-certified coinage.
