1924-S Mercury Dime. MS-65 FB (PCGS).Warmly toned over satiny luster, this handsome Gem dime offers a pleasing appearance. The strike is impressive, as befits the Full Bands designation from PCGS, with the detail bold to sharp throughout. This early date San Francisco Mint Mercury dime has a mintage of 7,120,000 pieces, although heavy commercial use claimed most examples. Patience is required to locate an attractive, problem free survivor even at the EF and AU grade levels. The less discerning buyer should have little difficulty procuring a Mint State example as long as they are willing to accept poor striking detail, muted luster and/or noticeably abraded surfaces. Examples that combine a sharp to full strike with expertly preserved surfaces, as here, are rare and eagerly sought by advanced Mercury dime enthusiasts.From the High Rise Collection.
