Price Guide for 1929 Dime Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $13.00 – $23.00Uncirculated: $0.90 – $2,467.50
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eBayCirculated: $5.50 – $52.00Uncirculated: $14.50 – $299.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $27.00Uncirculated: $28.00 – $3,400.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $23.00 – $8,625.00
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eBayUncirculated: $30.00 – $999.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $25.00 – $30.00Uncirculated: $40.00 – $13,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $16.00 – $109.00Uncirculated: $0.70 – $1,438.00
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eBayCirculated: $5.10 – $87.99Uncirculated: $26.00 – $600.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $4.00 – $42.00Uncirculated: $45.00 – $2,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $12.00 – $48.00Uncirculated: $2.20 – $8,913.00
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eBayCirculated: $20.00 – $80.09Uncirculated: $14.99 – $406.20
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $4.00 – $32.00Uncirculated: $35.00 – $7,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2.00 – $29,900.00
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eBayUncirculated: $33.23 – $1,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $60.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $660.00Uncirculated: $1.25 – $15,600.00
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eBayUncirculated: $100.00 – $5,700.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $60.00 – $6,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $126.00 – $465.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 – $76.00Uncirculated: $90.00 – $240.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $998.75 – $1,410.00
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eBayUncirculated: $344.09
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $150.00 – $2,650.00
Design and Specifications of the 1929 Dime
The 1929 Mercury Dime was minted during a pivotal year in American history, just months before the stock market crash that would lead to the Great Depression. This coin, also known as the Winged Liberty Head Dime, was part of a series first introduced in 1916 as part of a movement to beautify American coinage.
The Mercury Dime design was highly praised for its artistic merit and remained in circulation until 1945, making it a popular collector’s item representing the pre-World War II era.
| Weight | 2.5 grams |
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| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia, no mint mark), D (Denver), S (San Francisco) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Winged Liberty Head (Mercury Dime), designed by Adolph A. Weinman |
| Reverse Design | Fasces with olive branch, designed by Adolph A. Weinman |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of a 1929 Mercury Dime significantly impacts its value. Uncirculated specimens command substantial premiums, especially those with full split bands on the reverse fasces. These full band examples are particularly rare and highly sought after by collectors.
Coins in MS65 condition or higher are scarce for all mint marks, with San Francisco issues being the rarest. The presence of original mint luster and absence of significant contact marks greatly enhance the coin’s desirability and value.
Mintage: 25,970,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 9,456,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 4,730,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples
Toning can play a significant role in a 1929 Mercury Dime’s value. Coins with attractive, natural toning often command premiums among collectors. The strike quality is also important, with well-struck examples fetching higher prices.
While not particularly rare as a date, the 1929 dime gains historical significance due to its minting just before the Great Depression. This context can make it more appealing to collectors interested in Depression-era coinage. Additionally, as silver coins, 1929 Mercury Dimes have an intrinsic metal value that can affect their overall worth, especially in lower grades.
