1916-D Mercury Dime (10c)

The 1916-D Mercury dime stands as the undisputed key date of the entire series, with a meager mintage of just 264,000 pieces. The Denver Mint's first year producing Mercury dimes resulted in this legendary rarity that has captivated numismatists for over a century. Even heavily worn examples command substantial premiums, making this one of the most significant 20th century key dates.

This ANACS AG3 example shows honest, even wear throughout both sides while retaining all major design elements. The surfaces display a pleasing light gray patina with no significant problems or harsh cleaning. Liberty's profile remains clearly defined despite the wear, and the reverse fasces and olive branch are still easily discernible. For an AG 3, the eye appeal is quite respectable - a solid, problem-free example of this numismatic treasure that represents an affordable entry point into owning the king of Mercury dimes.