The 1940 dime with no mint mark is worth around $3 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $3.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $7 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $30.
What were dimes originally made of?
From 1796 to 1837, dimes were composed of 89.24% silver and 10.76% copper, the value of which required the coins to be physically very small to prevent their intrinsic value being worth more than face value. Thus dimes are made small and thin.
What is a 1941 dime worth?
1941 Mercury Dime Price Chart
| Date | Extremely Fine – 40 | Mint State – 65 |
|---|---|---|
| 1941 | $4.50 | $23 |
| 1941-D | $4.50 | $27 |
| 1941-S | $4.50 | $31 |
What’s the size of a 1940 Canadian dime?
1940 George VI Canadian Silver “Dime” 10 cents. In Canada a dime is a coin worth ten cents. It is the smallest (in physical size) of the currently issued Canadian coins. According to the Royal Canadian Mint, the official national term of the coin is the 10 cent piece, but in practice the term dime is universal.
What was the value of a 1940 Mercury dime?
1940 was another year during which more than 100 million Mercury dimes were minted, providing plenty of specimens of this coin for collectors today. 1940 Mercury dimes are widely available in virtually all grades, with those in the lower circulated grades priced right around the prevailing silver bullion value.
What kind of metal are Canadian Dimes made of?
In the history of Canadian coins, the dimes minted between the year 1968 and 1999 were made of nickel. In year 2000, all Canadian coins have 90-95% steel as an intrinsic (base) metal and plated with nickel, zinc or copper to add color. Newer Canadian nickels are now made from cheaper metals affecting their magnetic properties.
Who was the designer of the 1947 silver dime?
1947 Silver Roosevelt Dime | Early in its production (1946-1964), Roosevelt Dimes were minted with a composition containing 90% silver. The designer of the dime is John R. Sinnock. His initials can be found on the lower part of Roosevelt’s neckline.
