1930'S THE GOLDEN YEARS OF THE MERCURY DIME

"Brother, can you spare a dime?" was a common refrain, as the Depression left hard-working Americans without work or food for the families. The Mercury Dime became more valuable than ever-- and harder to find. Some capitalized on the suffering by manufacturing Mercury Dimes-- all dated 1930D are counterfeit. The Mercury Dime is still prized today, and worth more than face value because of its 90% Fine Silver Content."