The 1945 Mercury dimes have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these silver coins.
Specifications
Type: Mercury Dime
Year: 1945
Face Value: $0.10
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Silver Weight: .07234 oz.
Total Weight: 2.5 grams
Current Silver Bullion Value: $5.49
Mercury dimes are also known as Winged Liberty Head dimes. The US minted the 1945 dime with no mint mark and also the 1945 D dime and 1945 S dime. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the reverse side of the coin.
| Series |
Location |
Quantity Minted |
| 1945 |
Philadelphia |
159,130,000 |
| 1945 D |
Denver |
40,245,000 |
| 1945 S |
San Francisco |
41,290,000 |
Value
This coin in circulated condition is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $5.49. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $75.90 per ounce.
The 1945 dime with no mint mark is worth around $4.40 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $5.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $9.50 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $26.
The 1945 D dime is worth around $4.40 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $5.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $9.50 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $26.
The 1945 S dime is worth around $4.40 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $5.25. In uncirculated condition the price is around $9.50 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $26.
Micro S Variety
In addition, there is an error variety of the 1945 S dime called the '1945 Micro S'. The "S" mint mark is visibly smaller for this error variety.
The 1945 micro S dime is worth around $5.50 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $6.75. In uncirculated condition the price is around $34 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $120.
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Grading System
Very fine- Each of the diagonal bands are completely visible.
Extremely fine- There is only a small amount of wear on the diagonal bands. Liberty's braids and the hair before her ear are completely visible.
MS 60 uncirculated- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.
MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.
Sources:
The Red Book
See also:
1946 Dime
1944 Dime
1943 Dime