Price Guide for 1928 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: $9.00 – $408.00Uncirculated: $1.80 – $5,520.00
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eBayCirculated: $7.08 – $75.00Uncirculated: $19.51 – $949.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $4.00 – $32.00Uncirculated: $35.00 – $1,050.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $176.00Uncirculated: $0.75 – $3,290.00
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eBayCirculated: $4.75 – $263.49Uncirculated: $110.00 – $1,527.01
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $4.00 – $175.00Uncirculated: $200.00 – $4,250.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $10.00 – $451.00Uncirculated: $2.10 – $6,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $6.35 – $346.77Uncirculated: $190.00 – $533.10
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $225.00Uncirculated: $250.00 – $6,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2.75 – $49,937.50
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eBayUncirculated: $349.95 – $2,987.87
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $475.00 – $36,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $31.00 – $341.00Uncirculated: $259.00 – $1,725.00
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eBayCirculated: $64.61Uncirculated: $436.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $15.00 – $180.00Uncirculated: $225.00 – $1,700.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1.00 – $18,975.00
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eBayUncirculated: $40.00 – $3,300.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $60.00 – $22,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $115.00Uncirculated: $3.25 – $36,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $360.00 – $1,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $250.00 – $350.00Uncirculated: $500.00 – $42,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $518.00 – $1,440.00
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eBayUncirculated: $354.00 – $2,050.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $275.00 – $14,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1928 Dime
The 1928 Mercury Dime is part of the iconic Mercury Dime series, which was minted from 1916 to 1945. This coin design is considered one of the most beautiful in American coinage history. The obverse features Liberty wearing a winged cap, often mistaken for the Roman god Mercury, hence the coin’s nickname. The reverse displays a fasces, symbolizing unity and strength, with an olive branch representing peace.
| 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), 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 1928 Mercury Dime significantly impacts its value. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are considerably more valuable than circulated examples. The presence of full split bands (FSB) on the reverse can greatly increase the value, especially for the Denver mint coins.
Coins with strong strikes, full luster, and minimal contact marks command premium prices. Toning can also affect value, with attractive, natural toning often increasing desirability among collectors.
Mintage: 19,480,000
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: 4,161,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples
Mintage: 7,400,000
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
The 1928-D Mercury Dime is considered a semi-key date due to its lower mintage compared to other years, making it more valuable in all grades. For all mint marks, examples with Full Split Bands (FSB) are highly prized and can command significant premiums.
Die varieties, while not common for this year, can add value if discovered. Collectors also value originality, so coins with original mint luster and no signs of cleaning or tampering are more desirable.
Market trends and overall collector interest in the Mercury Dime series can influence values, with high-grade examples often seeing strong demand from type set collectors and series enthusiasts.
