1940 [PROOF] Mercury Dime — Coin Value
Mercury DimeWhat the 1940 [PROOF] Mercury Dime is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1940 [PROOF] Mercury Dime value — Ungraded $108 · MS62 $229 · MS66 $4,365. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 40.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own a 1940 Mercury Dime, the Standard version at $9 is the cheapest route. The PROOF version at $93 commands a significant premium because it features specialized minting and packaging, offering a higher collectible grade. Buyers prioritizing basic ownership should stick to the Standard. Those seeking presentation and a more valuable piece should invest in the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Mercury Dime
- Year
- 1940
1940 [PROOF] Mercury Dime value
A raw (ungraded) 1940 [PROOF] Mercury Dime runs around $108, a certified MS62 about $229, and a high-grade MS66 commands $4365.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $108 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $229 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $4,365 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1940 Mercury Dime?
- An ungraded 1940 Mercury Dime is valued starting around $93.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 is valued at $2035, significantly higher than the MS62 grade of $231.
- What is the series and year of this coin?
- This coin is from the Mercury Dime series and is dated 1940.
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