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1917 Mercury dimes are common in all grades, even in lower uncirculated grades. However, it is somewhat rare in Gem grades, particularly above MS66. The 1917 Philadelphia Mercury dime is generally well struck, with many pieces exhibiting Full Bands details, attractive finish, and nice 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:
4472
Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Obverse Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, W, 1917
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:
1917
Denomination:
10c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
55,230,000
Coinage Type:
Winged liberty head (Mercury) dime
Coinage Years:
1916-1945
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
4911
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Coin Value History
1917 10c MS FB
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1917 10c MS FB
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$2,250 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $2,000 | $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 |
1917 10C MS63 Full Bands PCGS. CDN: $120 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 55,230,000. ...
$149
1917 Mercury Dime. MS-64 FB (PCGS).
$244
1917 10C MS61 Full Bands NGC. NGC Census: 18 in 61, 809 finer (5/26). CDN: $72 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS61. Mintage 55,23...
$99
1917 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. CAC. CAC: 34 in 66, 13 finer (3/26). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 55,23...
$824
1917 10C MS65 Full Bands PCGS. CDN: $360 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 55,230,000....
$512
1917 10C MS62 Full Bands NGC. CDN: $90 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintage 55,230,000. ...
$94
1917 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. PCGS Population: (32/0). Mintage 55,230,000. ...
$1,560
1917 10C Mercury Dime--Struck 15% Off Center--AU58 Full Bands NGC....
$253
1917 10C MS63 Full Bands PCGS. CDN: $120 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 55,230,000. ...
$159
1917 10C MS64 Full Bands PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CDN: $160 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Min...
$195
1917 10C MS66 Full Bands NGC. NGC Census: 57 in 66 (3 in 66+, 1 in 66?+), 15 finer (2/26). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PC...
$598
1917 Mercury Dime. MS-65 FB (PCGS).
$456
1917 10C MS62 Full Bands ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 55,230,000....
$144
1917 10C MS67 Full Bands PCGS. Ex: Scheppman Collection. PCGS Population: (31/0). Mintage 55,230,000....
$2,520
1917 10C MS63 Full Bands PCGS. CDN: $120 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 55,230,000. ...
$171
1917 10C MS64 Full Bands PCGS. CDN: $160 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 55,230,000. ...
$195
1917 10C MS66 Full Bands PCGS. Mintage 55,230,000. ...
$600
1917 Mercury Dime. MS-65 FB (NGC). OH Generation 5.0.
$336
1917 Mercury Dime. MS-62 FB (PCGS).
$96
1917 Mercury Dime. MS-67 FB (PCGS). CAC.
$2,160
Mercury Dime 10c 1916-1945 MS [Type]
Worth: $5 – $7,200
Mercury Dime 10c 1916-1945 MS FB [Type]
Worth: $12 – $10,000
1916 10c Mercury MS
Worth: $6 – $2,400
1916 10c Mercury MS FB
Worth: $50 – $12,000
1916-D 10c MS
Worth: $450 – $45,600
1916-D 10c MS FB
Worth: $9,000 – $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-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
1918 10c MS FB
Worth: $145 – $12,500
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