1938-D 10C, FBPCGS Plus

Description

1938-D Mercury Dime, FB, PCGS MS67. This exceptional 1938-D dime represents a significant offering from the final decade of the classic Mercury Dime series. Struck at the Denver Mint with a mintage of 5,537,000 pieces, this example has achieved the coveted Full Bands (FB) designation, indicating fully separated horizontal bands on the fasces reverse—a hallmark of superior die strikes and eye appeal that collectors actively seek. Graded PCGS MS67 (PCGS Cert. #61860301), this specimen exhibits the lustrous brilliance and sharp striking detail characteristic of premium-quality Mercury Dimes. The FB designation confirms excellent reverse definition, while the MS67 grade reflects exceptional preservation with only minor contact marks visible under magnification. Population data indicates only 36 examples graded higher, with just 72 total PCGS certifications across all grades, underscoring the rarity of FB specimens in this series. The coin is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, weighing 2.5 grams with a reeded edge and 17.9mm diameter. Designed by the renowned Adolph Alexander Weinman, Mercury Dimes remain among the most aesthetically celebrated U.S. coinage. High-grade FB examples command significant premiums in the collector market, particularly for Denver Mint dates like this 1938-D, making it an attractive addition to advanced Mercury Dime collections or silver type sets.