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This famous error occurred when a diemaker re-used a leftover 1941 die and added a "2" over the "1".
Look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter. It may be blank or there may be a D
Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 03/2010:
No mint mark (Philadelphia):
Very worn condition - $486
Moderately worn - $552
Slightly worn - $600
Almost no wear - $1,188
Uncirculated - $2,280 to $20,310 depending on quality
"D" mint mark (Denver):
Very worn condition - $498
Moderately worn - $570
Slightly worn - $620
Almost no wear - $1,374
Uncirculated - $2,430 to $11,060
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What is the value of a mercury us dime from 1900?
1900 would make it a Barber dime, not a Mercury dime (the Mercury design wasn't introduced until 1916). The value depends on condition and mint. It's worth at least $3.00 for a worn Philadelphia specimen, and over $100 for a better New Orleans.
What does the overstamp look like for a 1942 mercury dime?
The overstamp looks like there is a 1 in front of the 2 in "1942" and is quite noticeable.However, there is a variety of the 1942-D Mercury dime that is a 2 over 1 also which is less noticeable, for this the best indicator is to look at the "4" it will have what looks like a second tail under it and the "2" will look to have dot right under the far left base.
What is the value of a 1942 over 1941 US dime?
This is a rare coin. If you have this coin you should take it to a coin collector to have it authenticated since it is often counterfeited. The value will vary but it ranges from $440 to well over $5,000.
1942 dime worth?
1942 is a common date for dimes. It's worth a little over $2.
What is the value of a 1911 v dime?
The value of a dime from 1911 depends on its condition. The lowest a 1911 dime has gone for was $3 and the highest was over $400, however that dime was in mint condition.
What is the over strike error on the 1942 and 1941 mercury head dime image?
Copy and paste this info ( 1942/1941 Mercury dime over date ) to the search box on your browser, click images then search. It will bring up pictures of this coin.
What is the value of a mercury us dime from 1900?
1900 would make it a Barber dime, not a Mercury dime (the Mercury design wasn't introduced until 1916). The value depends on condition and mint. It's worth at least $3.00 for a worn Philadelphia specimen, and over $100 for a better New Orleans.
What is the difference between a 1942d mercury dime and a 1942d 42 over 41 mercury dime?
The 42 over 41 is an error coin. A die hub prepared for 1941 was re-cut for use in 1942. The original "1" shows behind the "2" in the date.
What does the overstamp look like for a 1942 mercury dime?
The overstamp looks like there is a 1 in front of the 2 in "1942" and is quite noticeable.However, there is a variety of the 1942-D Mercury dime that is a 2 over 1 also which is less noticeable, for this the best indicator is to look at the "4" it will have what looks like a second tail under it and the "2" will look to have dot right under the far left base.
How much would you get for your 1842 and 1942 Mercuy dimes?
Mercury dimes were not made in 1842. These are know as Liberty Seated dimes. Your 1942 Mercury dime would be worth around $3 for it's weight in silver. Note- If your 1942 date is stamped over a 1941 date you have a rare coin. You should get it authenticated.
What is the value of a 1942 over 1941 US dime?
This is a rare coin. If you have this coin you should take it to a coin collector to have it authenticated since it is often counterfeited. The value will vary but it ranges from $440 to well over $5,000.
1942 dime worth?
1942 is a common date for dimes. It's worth a little over $2.
What mint did not produce 1942 over date dimes?
San Francisco did not have a over date for a 1942 dime only P & D had them
What is the value of a 1911 v dime?
The value of a dime from 1911 depends on its condition. The lowest a 1911 dime has gone for was $3 and the highest was over $400, however that dime was in mint condition.
What is a 1943 mercury dime gold plated worth?
Numismatically, the 1943 Mercury Dime is fairly common, and sio would need to be in one of the higher uncirculated grades to be worth much over its "melt value" - plated (even with gold), it will never be worth more than the value of its silver. With silver at $30 per troy ounce (as of February 2011), it is worth about US$2.15.
What is the value of 1885 half dime?
The value of the Morgan 1885 half dime varies based on its condition. This coin in mint condition is valued at over 2,200.00 as of 2014.
How much is a 1921 silver dime worth?
The Mercury dime dated 1921 is a semi-key coin with good values in the circulated grades that run from $54.00 to over $200.00 just in the first four grades. I suggest having it graded by a collector or dealer for a better idea of value.
