1942-D Mercury Dime (10c)

The 1942-D Mercury Dime stands as a significant issue from the World War II era, when silver coins were still being produced despite increasing metal demands for the war effort. While not among the rarest dates in the series, the Denver mint examples from this year are particularly notable for their superior striking quality compared to their Philadelphia counterparts.

This superb MS68FB example represents the absolute pinnacle of quality for the issue. The coin displays immaculate surfaces with pristine, satiny luster that radiates across both obverse and reverse. The strike is remarkably sharp, with fully split bands on the reverse fasces. What truly sets this coin apart is its exceptional eye appeal - the original surfaces show subtle peripheral toning that frames the brilliant centers, creating a dramatic visual effect. Finding a Mercury dime with this combination of technical grade and aesthetic beauty is extraordinarily rare.