1942 [DOUBLE DIE FS-101] Mercury Dime — Coin Value
Mercury DimeWhat the 1942 [DOUBLE DIE FS-101] Mercury Dime is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1942 [DOUBLE DIE FS-101] Mercury Dime value — Ungraded $689. Prices updated August 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
1942 P Mercury Dime XF+ Full Bands Silver Double Die RARE Letter Errors Cuds
1942-S 10C Mercury Dime RARE Inverted Mintmark FS-501 XF 90% Silver (#8164)
1942-D 10C Winged Head Silver Dime - Doubled Die Date “42”- BU Gem MS+++
1942/41 D United States Mercury Dime 10c Rare Error NGC XF 45
1942-S 10C Mercury Dime RARE Inverted Mintmark FS-501 F 90% Silver (#8166)eBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
Which version do you have?
If you just want the coin, buy the Standard for only $7. The premium versions offer distinct collecting value; the FS-101 is the most valuable, while the Double Die and Proof versions offer specific aesthetic appeal. Serious collectors seeking high-grade scarcity should invest in the FS-101, while budget-conscious buyers should stick to the Standard or the $55 Double Die.
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Item details
- Series
- Mercury Dime
- Year
- 1942
- Release date
- January 1, 1942
1942 [DOUBLE DIE FS-101] Mercury Dime value
A raw (ungraded) 1942 [DOUBLE DIE FS-101] Mercury Dime runs around $689, a certified MS62 about null, and a high-grade MS66 commands null.
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 | $689 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $10 / $129.99 / $3,333 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 25, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $10.00–$3,333.00 (median $129.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current estimated resale value of this 1942 Mercury Dime?
- The ungraded 1942 Mercury Dime is currently valued at $550.
- Is the 1942 Mercury Dime considered a rare coin?
- Yes, this specific year and series of the Mercury Dime is a collectible item with established market interest.
- What condition is the 1942 Mercury Dime in?
- The coin is listed as ungraded.
