i have a dime from 1939 with a man with wings on his head, how can i find its value?

Question

http://www.scvhistory.com/scvhistory/signal/coins/sg071605-coins.htm

Its in better shape than that one, but not much

Answer 1

Collectors have devised a numerical grading system for coins. It goes from 1 to 70. With 1 being barely identifiable as a coin and 70 being perfect. Coins taken from circulation usually fall between grade 8-VG (very Good) and grade 50 (AU Almost Uncirculated).

As for a rough price range and since Coins are valued on a scale from 1 to 70 it depends on the grade and any damage to the coin (like having been cleaned, nicked, dented scratched etc.) here are some ranges of value:

This dime is 90% silver and also holds some Numismatic value as well so even if it was a little worn they sell for about a dollar each and as much as $10in high grade for common dates, the very valuable ones to look for are the 1921 coins and 1916 D coin.

If you can, try grading the Winged Liberty dime from the descriptions below. For the more common date and Mint marks even in the worst condition (grade 1) the coin is worth about .40 cents (for it's silver content alone). So the comon dates will be valued from .35 cents to $2.00 depending on condition. They must not have problems like dents, bends or having been cleaned.

Here's a quick wear/Grading guideline for 1916 to 1945 dimes:

GOOD or Grade 4 :
Letters and date clear no lines or bands on reverse faces.

VERY GOOD or Grade 8:
Half thre sticks in the faces can be seen.

FINE or Grade 12:
All sticks in faces are defined. Diagonal bands nearly flat.

VERY FINE or Grade 20:
Both crossing diagonal bands must show.

EXTREMELY FINE or Grade 40:
Bands show nly slight wear. Braids and hair before ear show clearly.

MINT STATE Grades 60 TO 70 :
STRICTLY NEVER CIRCULATED. NO TRACE OF WEAR. Nice luster on coin.

Good condition about .45 cents to $1.00 dollar,
Fine condition about $1.00 to $2.00 dollars, since most fit in this grade they are more common.
Extremely Fine condition $5.00 and in
Almost Uncirculated condition for $7.00 or more.

If the coin is uncirculated or has very little wear there would be a demand for it and the price can vary greatly.

Answer 2

Here is a link that will show you how they grade coins.
http://www.littletoncoin.com/
Here is a link to a photo of a Mercury Dime.
http://www.scvhistory.com/scvhistory/signal/coins/sg071605-coins.htm

Hi, I was just checking those links and the first one doesn't go where I intended it to go. If you scroll to the bottom of that page, though, you will find a link on the right side that says "Grading Guide". Hope this helps. (-:

Answer 3

It's called a Mercury Head dime. It's made of pure silver, and its value depends on its condition. Best bet is to take it to a collector or a coin dealer.

Answer 4

look to a coin collectors shop.they sell and buy .they should be able to answer your question.but do not let them see coin if you are not present .if valuable they might try to switch coin .i have heard of this happening.good luck.take care .chow 4 now.

Answer 5

I am not sure but I think if you take a picture of it and send it to the U.S. mint department they can tell you.

P.S. two pictures would be best (front and back of coin.)

Answer 6

try www.silvertowne.com