1916 10C Mercury, MS, FB

Description

1916 10C Mercury Dime, MS67 Full Bands NGC. This exceptional 1916 Mercury Dime represents a significant offering from the early years of this iconic series. The coin displays the characteristic design elements that made Mercury dimes highly sought after by collectors, featuring Adolph A. Weinman's elegant obverse portrait and the winged Liberty reverse that would define the series through 1945. The MS67 grade with Full Bands designation indicates this example has achieved superior eye appeal and exceptional strike quality. The Full Bands notation is particularly significant for Mercury dimes, as it denotes sharp, complete bands on the fasces reverse—a feature that elevates the coin's desirability considerably. The 1916 date places this piece among the earlier mintage years of the series, adding historical importance to its appeal. Housed in an NGC holder with certification number 8663942002, this dime combines technical excellence with the collector demand that has long surrounded early-date Mercury dimes in premium grades. The combination of early date, superior grade, and Full Bands designation makes this an attractive offering for both type collectors and Mercury dime specialists.