If the date on a potential purchase does not match the image shown above, pass. Warning - collectors should beware of altered dates. The finest examples appear at the MS-66 level, where PCGS has certified 6 non-Full Bands and 3 Full Bands. According to the December 2011 Population Report, PCGS has certified 95 Mint State 1942/1 Dimes, split almost down the middle between non-Full Bands and Full Bands (with the non-Full Bands holding a slight edge). Total Weight: 2.5 grams Current Silver Bullion Value: 1. Type: Mercury Dime Year: 1942 Face Value: 0.10 Composition: 90 silver, 10 copper Silver Weight.07234 oz.
Keep reading to learn more about these silver coins. However, this statement only holds true for circulated examples because, in Mint State, the 1942/1 Dime is the rarest of all the Mint State Mercury Head Dimes, easily beating out other recognized rarities such as the 1916-D, 1921, 1921-D and 1942/1-D. The 1942 Mercury dimes have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion.
The truth is that it is not rare at all, not even scarce, and can be called common based on the high number of pieces in the PCGS Population Report. coin varieties, and for decades, dealers and collectors have touted it as a great, valuable variety. The 1942 over 1 Dime is one of the most popular and recognizable of all U.S.
