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In the absolute sense, 1938 proof Mercury dime are more common than either the 1936 or 1937 proofs. However, all proof Mercury dimes are categorically scarce. That’s the case at least with 1938 proofs, which are tough above PR66 and rare in PR68 or higher. Those exhibiting any degree of cameo contrast are essentially nonexistent.
Obverse Description
Winged Liberty, or Mercury (the Roman god of commerce), is depicted facing left with LIBERTY spelled around the periphery. IN GOD WE TRUST appears left of the neck and the date is positioned just below the bust around 5 o'clock. The designer's initials "AW" appear to the right of the neck.
Reverse Description
A large torch is centered vertically adorned with an axe head and olive branches. UNITED STATES OF AMERICAN * ONE DIME * is spelled out around the periphery.
Catalog Information
GSID:
4635
Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Obverse Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, W, 1938
Reverse Designer:
Adolph A. Weinman
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE DIME
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
2.5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.08 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0723 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
17.9
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1938
Denomination:
10c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
8,728
Coinage Type:
Winged liberty head (Mercury) dime
Coinage Years:
1916-1945
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
5073
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Coin Value History
1938 10c PR
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1938 10c PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR69 |
|
$26,500 | $1,234 |
| PR69 | - | $26,500 | $1,234 |
| PR68 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1938 10C PR66 NGC. CDN: $265 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 8,728. ...
$305
1938 10C PR65 PCGS. CDN: $220 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 8,728. ...
$244
1938 10C PR68 PCGS. PCGS Population: 30 in 68 (4 in 68+), 0 finer (11/25). CDN: $2,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR68. Mintag...
$3,660
1938 10C PR67 NGC. CDN: $440 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67. Mintage 8,728. ...
$500
1938 10C PR64 PCGS. Mintage 8,728. ...
$169
1938 10C PR63 NGC. Mintage 8,728. ...
$124
1938 10C -- Cleaned -- ANACS Details. Proof 60. Mintage 8,728. ...
$134
1938 10C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (50/2884). NGC Census: (27/1969). CDN: $135 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 8,72...
$121
1938 10C PR69 ★ NGC. ...
$18,800
1938 10C PR61 ANACS. NGC Census: (7/1708). PCGS Population (6/2433). Mintage: 8,728. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free...
$150
1938 10C --Cleaned--ANACS. Net PR55. Golden-brown and ...
$224
1938 10C PR66 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 215 in 66, 199 finer (12/25). CDN: $265 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 8,728. ...
$317
1938 10C PR65 PCGS. CDN: $220 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 8,728. ...
$238
10C 1938 PCGS PR68 CAC
$7,638
1938 10C PR67 NGC. CDN: $440 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67. Mintage 8,728. ...
$600
1938 10C PR64 PCGS. Mintage 8,728. ...
$169
1938 10C PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (69/1930). PCGS Population: (176/2723). CDN: $155 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 8,72...
$134
Multiple Coin Lot...
$275
1938 10C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (46/2822). NGC Census: (26/1907). CDN: $135 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 8,72...
$134
1938 10C PR69 ★ NGC. ...
$13,928
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