1940 10C, FB

Description

1940 10C Mercury Dime, FB, PCGS MS68. This exceptional 1940 Philadelphia Mercury dime represents a premium example of this popular series, graded PCGS MS68 with the desirable FB (Full Bands) designation. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint without mintmark, this coin displays the sharp striking characteristics and pristine surfaces that define the highest echelon of Mercury dime collecting. The FB designation indicates fully separated and defined horizontal bands on the reverse fasces, a key detail that collectors actively seek in this series. Designed by the renowned Adolph Alexander Weinman, the Mercury dime series (1916-1945) remains one of the most aesthetically admired designs in American numismatics. Composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, this dime represents the classic composition of pre-1965 circulating U.S. coinage. The 1940 Philadelphia issue carried a substantial mintage of 65,350,000 pieces, yet high-grade examples with full band definition remain notably scarce. This particular specimen's MS68 grade places it in the upper tier of the certification population, with only 12 coins graded higher among 45 total PCGS submissions. The combination of superior eye appeal, exceptional strike quality, and the sought-after FB designation makes this an attractive offering for both Mercury dime specialists and silver coin collectors seeking premium-quality examples from this iconic series.