1939 is not a rare date for Mercury dimes. In circulated condition, its value is based only on the silver it contains - as of 07/2011 about $3 to $3.50.
If it's in new or nearly new condition, look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter next to the E in ONE. It may be blank or there may be a D or S. (The W on the front of the coin is the designer's monogram and not a mint mark.)
Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values :
No mint mark (Philadelphia):
Almost no wear - $6
Uncirculated - $10 to $325 depending on quality
"D" mint mark (Denver):
Almost no wear - $6
Uncirculated - $12 to $425
"S" mint mark (San Francisco):
Slightly worn - $4
Almost no wear - $10
Uncirculated - $16 to $189
DISCLAIMER: The retail values quoted are the best available as of the date shown, but may vary significantly due to changes in the precious metals market. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
1939 is a very common date Mercury Head dime. Most are only valued for the silver, about $2.00.
Circulated coins are $2.00-$5.00 and uncirculated are $10.00
A 1939 Mercury Head dime in average circulated condition has a retail value of $2.00-$4.00
All U.S. dimes have the word LIBERTY on them. A 1939 dime is a Mercury (1916-1945) dime. Regardless of mintmark, the coin is common, average retail values are $3.00-$4.00 for most circulated coins.
The first MERCURY dime was struck in 1916
1939 is a very common date Mercury Head dime. Most are only valued for the silver, about $2.00.
Circulated coins are $2.00-$5.00 and uncirculated are $10.00
A 1939 Mercury Head dime in average circulated condition has a retail value of $2.00-$4.00
8-5-11>>> The 1939 Mercury Head dime is a common high mintage coin. If it's in collectible condition, values for most coins are $3.00-$5.00.
The first MERCURY dime was struck in 1916
All U.S. dimes have the word LIBERTY on them. A 1939 dime is a Mercury (1916-1945) dime. Regardless of mintmark, the coin is common, average retail values are $3.00-$4.00 for most circulated coins.
What is the value of a 1939 dime coin and the value of a 1944-1945 dime
What is the value of a 1939 dime coin and the value of a 1944-1945 dime
dime = 10 cents
The 1939 Mercury Head dime is a common coin, circulated examples run from $3.00 to $5.00 depending on condition and mintmark.
The coin is a 1939 Mercury Head dime and the lady is Miss Liberty. Your coin is 90% silver but the date is common. Circulated coins are $3.00-$6.00 and uncirculated are $10.00 or more depending on the grade of the coin.
A 1926 Mercury dime is common, average value is $3.00-$6.00 depending on the condition of the coin.