I think it is unfair because some counterfeit items are so well done that it is hard to tell the real from the fake. On the other hand, I can see it from the designerâs point of view. People pay big bucks for a brand because it has meaning. They like the product and the fact that it sets them apart from everyone else.
Mercury Dime Value-What Dealers Pay. The value of a Mercury Dime can vary significantly depending on its date, condition and mint mark. These values can range from less than $1.50 to over $1500 for a single coin.
John R. Sinnock was the designer and his initials js can be seen underneath Roosevelt's head if you look closely. Coin was minted between 1946 and 2017,with coins from 1946 to 1964 being 90% silver. Melt value* for a 90% silver Roosevelt Dime is currently $1.32. These coins were commissioned when Roosevelt died in 1946 and replaced the mercury dime. This dime is still being minted and has become a mainstay of the US coin supply.