🏆 TOP 5 MOST VALUABLE DIMES (AND HOW TO IDENTIFY THEM)
1️⃣ 1894-S Barber Dime ($1M–$7.3M)
- Why it’s rare: Only 9 confirmed to exist—one sold for $7.3M in 2022.
- Key features:
- “1894” date + tiny “S” mint mark (San Francisco)
- Barber design (Lady Liberty with a wreath)
2️⃣ 1916-D Mercury Dime ($50K–$250K)
- Why it’s rare: Only 264,000 minted—most didn’t survive.
- Key feature:
- “D” mint mark (Denver) below “ONE” on the reverse.
3️⃣ 1942/1 Mercury Dime Overdate ($10K–$100K)
- Why it’s rare: Mint error—“2” stamped over a “1” in the date.
- Look for: A blurred “1942” under magnification.
4️⃣ 1975 No-S Proof Roosevelt Dime ($500–$50K)
- Why it’s rare: Missing “S” mint mark on a proof coin.
- Where to check: Proof sets (should have an “S”).
5️⃣ 1968 No-S Roosevelt Dime ($10K–$30K)
- Why it’s rare: Business strike with no mint mark (extremely rare).
🔍 HOW TO CHECK YOUR DIMES (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE)
1️⃣ Date & Mint Mark Check
- Use a 10x magnifier to spot tiny mint marks (“S,” “D,” or none).
- Key dates to hunt: 1894, 1916, 1942, 1975, 1968.
2️⃣ Weight & Metal Test
- Pre-1965 (Silver): Weighs 2.5g, solid silver edge.
- Post-1965 (Clad): Weighs 2.27g, copper stripe on edge.
3️⃣ Error Hunting
- Doubled dies (letters look shadowed).
- Off-center strikes (misaligned designs).
- Missing mint marks (should be there but aren’t).
💵 WHERE TO SELL IF YOU FIND A RARE DIME
1️⃣ Get It Graded (PCGS/NGC)
- Ungraded coins sell for less—authentication is key.
2️⃣ Best Selling Options
- $10K+ coins: Heritage Auctions (record-breaking sales).
- $500–$50K coins: eBay (strong collector demand).
- Quick sales: Coin shows/dealers (but negotiate wisely).
🚨 DON’T SPEND IT—CHECK NOW!
- Download our FREE Rare Dime Checklist: PennyVerse.info/rare-dimes
- Watch the $7.3M Dime Story: YouTube Video
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