The 1941 Mercury Dime is part of the popular Mercury Dime series, which was produced from 1916 to 1945.
The design of the coin features Lady Liberty, depicted with a winged cap, symbolizing freedom of thought.
Circulation Coinage: The mintage for the regular circulation coin was a substantial 71.9 million, making these coins relatively common.
The proof version, intended for collectors, had a much smaller mintage of 3,255,000. Proof coins are specially struck to produce a sharp, mirrored finish and were sold in proof sets by the U.S. Mint.
The 1883 Shield Nickel is composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel, giving it a weight of 5 grams and a diameter of 21.2 mm. This composition is consistent throughout the series.
The 1941 Mercury Dime is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, giving it a total weight of 2.5 grams.
Circulated Versions: In lower grades, the 1941 Mercury Dime usually has a value close to its silver content, around $2 to $3, but it can be worth more depending on the coin's condition.
The Mercury Dime design, created by Adolph A. Weinman, is considered one of the most beautiful designs in U.S. coin history.