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1940-D Mercury dimes are quite common in all circulated grades and in Mint State levels through Superb Gem. Even Full Bands specimens are easily attainable through MS67. The base of registry set collectors clusters among the MS67 to MS68 or better pieces, with premiums being paid for examples showing exceptionally nice color or mint luster.
Obverse Description
Winged Liberty, or Mercury (the Roman god of commerce), is depicted facing left with LIBERTY spelled around the periphery. IN GOD WE TRUST appears left of the neck and the date is positioned just below the bust around 5 o'clock. The designer's initials "AW" appear to the right of the neck.
Reverse Description
A large torch is centered vertically adorned with an axe head and olive branches. UNITED STATES OF AMERICAN * ONE DIME * is spelled out around the periphery. Mint mark, if any, appears near the bottom rim left of the torch.
Catalog Information
GSID:
4599
Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Obverse Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, W, 1940
Reverse Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE DIME
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
2.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.08 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0723 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
17.9
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1940-D
Denomination:
10c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Denver
Mint Mark:
D
Mintage:
21,198,000
Coinage Type:
Winged liberty head (Mercury) dime
Coinage Years:
1916-1945
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
5024
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Coin Value History
1940-D 10c MS
Value By Grade
1940-D 10c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$1,500 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $1,150 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Mercury Dime 10c 1916-1945 MS [Type]
![Mercury Dime 10c 1916-1945 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1916-d-mercury-legend-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $5 – $7,200
Mercury Dime 10c 1916-1945 MS FB [Type]
![Mercury Dime 10c 1916-1945 MS FB [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/134xxx/2fec37a3-66c7-4f16-973e-7f96f8173c65.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $12 – $11,000
1916 10c Mercury MS
Worth: $6 – $2,400
1916 10c Mercury MS FB
Worth: $50 – $12,000
1916-D 10c MS
Worth: $580 – $48,000
1916-D 10c MS FB
Worth: $10,500 – $200,000
1916-S 10c Mercury MS
Worth: $6 – $1,440
1916-S 10c Mercury MS FB
Worth: $85 – $3,600
1917 10c MS
Worth: $5 – $864
1917 10c MS FB
Worth: $60 – $5,400
1917-D 10c MS
Worth: $6 – $5,280
1917-D 10c MS FB
Worth: $260 – $36,600
1917-S 10c MS
Worth: $6 – $1,800
1917-S 10c MS FB
Worth: $180 – $16,200
1918 10c MS
Worth: $5 – $1,200
1940-D 10C MS68 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: 6 in 68, 0 finer. CAC: 1 in 68, 0 finer (5/26). CDN: $1,200 Whsle. Bid for NGC...
$1,007
1940-D 10C MS66 PCGS. CDN: $40 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 21,198,000. ...
$49
1940-D Mercury Dime. MS-65 (NGC).
$72
1940-D 10C MS67 NGC. CAC. CAC Population: (11/3). Mintage 21,198,000. ...
$84
1940-D/D 10c NGC AU55 (VP-001)
$28
1940-D 10C MS60--Glue Residue--ANACS, UNC Details. NGC Census: (0/473). PCGS Population (0/498). Mintage: 21,198,000. Numis...
$10
1940-D 10c NGC MS64 ex: Richmond Collection
$16
1940-D 10C MS68 NGC. NGC Census: (3/0). PCGS Population: (5/0). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS68. Mintage 21,198,000....
$720
1940-D Mercury Dime. MS-66 (PCGS).
$48
1940-D Mercury Dime. MS-65 (NGC).
$48
1940-D 10C MS67+ NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (161/2 and 2/0+). PCGS Population: (121/4 and 3/0+). CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCG...
$156
1940-D MS64 PCGS. The current Coin Dealer Newsletter (...
$13
10C 1940-D PCGS MS68
$911
1940-D 10C MS66★ NGC. NGC Census: (488/183 and 5/3*). PCGS Population: (475/129 and 5/3*). CDN: $38 Whsle. Bid for N...
$240
1940-D 10c PCGS MS65
$47
1940-D 10C MS67★ NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (161/2 and 3/0*). PCGS Population: (121/4 and 3/0*). CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for ...
$264
1940-D Mercury Dime. MS-68 (NGC).
$720
1940-D 10C MS66 PCGS. PCGS Population: (410/110). NGC Census: (432/158). Mintage 21,198,000. ...
$39
1940-D 10c PCGS MS65
$58
1940-D 10C MS67+ NGC. NGC Census: (161/2 and 2/0+). PCGS Population: (119/4 and 3/0+). CDN: $55 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS6...
$84
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