1936-S 10C, FB

Description

1936-S Mercury Dime, Full Bands, NGC MS67. This exceptional 1936-S dime represents a significant offering from San Francisco's coinage year. The coin displays the characteristic design of John Sinnock's iconic Mercury dime series, featuring Lady Liberty in profile on the obverse and the fasces reverse that has made these coins enduring favorites among collectors. The Full Bands (FB) designation indicates that both vertical bands on the fasces are fully struck and clearly defined—a condition requirement that significantly impacts the desirability and value of Mercury dimes. This strike quality is particularly notable on San Francisco Mint coins, which sometimes exhibited softer strikes compared to their Philadelphia counterparts. Graded NGC MS67, this specimen exhibits exceptional preservation with minimal surface disturbance and excellent luster. The technical grade reflects a coin that has maintained its original mint state appearance while displaying the quality of strike necessary to earn the Full Bands designation. The 1936-S is a key date in the Mercury dime series, making high-grade examples with superior strike characteristics increasingly difficult to locate and highly sought by serious collectors building complete sets or focusing on San Francisco Mint coinage. NGC Certificate #8523087008