Mercury Dime Melt Value
The live melt value of a mercury dime at today's silver spot price. Enter how many you have below.
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Mercury dime
1916–1945 · 90% silver
Total melt value
$0.00
0 troy oz of silver
Melt value is the metal value only. Collectible coins can be worth more — see below.
Value at today's silver price
| 1 coin | — |
| Roll of 50 ($5 face) | — |
| $100 face value | — |
The Mercury (Winged Liberty) dime was struck from 1916 to 1945 in 90% silver, holding 0.0723 troy ounces of pure silver — the same as a 90% Roosevelt dime. The 1916-D, 1921 and 1921-D are the key dates, and full-band, high-grade examples command strong premiums over melt.
Frequently asked questions
How much silver is in a Mercury dime?
A Mercury dime is 90% silver and contains 0.0723 troy ounces of pure silver — identical in metal content to a silver Roosevelt dime.
Which Mercury dimes are worth more than melt?
The 1916-D and the 1921/1921-D are the series keys, and any Mercury dime with 'full split bands' in high grade sells well above its silver value. Have those appraised rather than selling for melt.