Opinions on Mercury Dimes as a Set

CopperWire · May 2, 2009 6:58PM

What do you think about mercury dimes as a proof and an uncirculated set? Maybe post some blue tones mercs if you have them.

oreville · May 2, 2009 9:02PM

Not sure in what context to answer your question.

I have always been a big fan of mercury dimes.

They have been in the doldrums since 2002-2003. Proofs as well as business strikes.

The mercury dime set is really done in six phases:

(1) short set 1941-1945, usually in high mint state, that anyone can afford Can be NB or FB.
(2) medium set 1934-1945, also usually in mint state that is a little more challenging.
(3) the extended set 1923-1945 less often done in mint state due to the cost factor.
(4) the complete set 1916-1945 (without the 1916-D and 1942/1 dime)
(5) the complete set (without the 1942/1 dime)
(6) the complete set with the 1942/1 dime

It is a good time to start assembling a set. There is not too much competition out there at the moment unless you are seeking the rarer top pops.

Broadstruck · May 2, 2009 10:47PM

<< <i>What do you think about mercury dimes as a proof and an uncirculated set? Maybe post some blue tones mercs if you have them. >>

I like Merc's from 1916 to 1931-s... this one has some touches of blue.

Fairlaneman · May 2, 2009 11:58PM

Be careful they can cause a addiction. I also like the dates from 1916 thru 1931.

Ken

Bothuwui · May 3, 2009 12:54PM

They are a lot of fun to collect. Outside a few keys that you will have to pay a little more for, it's fairly easy to assemble a full low grade set on the cheap.

Alternativley, the proof set can be exciting too. There are only 7 coins, so not many to go after. The '36 will cost a bit, but the later years are much more reasonable. For the low mintages of them, I think the prices are pretty fair. PR65 or PR66 are fairly cost effective grades to collect it in. You can find a '40-'42 in PR66 for $200-$250 if you shop around. You could put a PR66 set together for around $3000-$3500

lasvegasteddy · May 3, 2009 12:56PM

i truly love the 36 to 42 proofs as a set thought

stinkinlincoln · May 3, 2009 1:01PM

I have a question about this series, IS the Full Torch designation that important? Id like to build a set someday with color, and the prices for some with the FT are just up there.

Thanks

ElKevvo · May 3, 2009 1:54PM

IS the Full Torch designation that important?

FT = full torch which is a Roosevelt series designation. The Winged Liberty (Mercury) dime designation is FB = Full Band.

Just depends on the collector really...there are a lot of really nice coins that are not FB and since they are smaller the details are not readily visible without magnification.

K

coinlieutenant · May 3, 2009 2:08PM

I am putting together a 1940's set of gem or better two sided toner mercs. It isnt easy honestly...

And yes...the 45-D really is that color...and completely NT. Edited to add...on the flipside, the 45-S is AT IMO...90% sure...

Enjoy.

RunnersDad · May 3, 2009 3:10PM

Those Merc's are absolutely gorgeous!

Broadstruck · May 3, 2009 10:24PM

coinlieutenant, the color on the 1940-D is neat especially on the obverse!

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