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2026 1 oz Best of the US Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Silver Medal PCGS MS 70 FS
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2026 1 oz Best of the US Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Silver Medal PCGS MS 70 FS
Honoring one of the most beloved designs in United States coinage history, the 2026 1 oz Best of the US Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Silver Medal PCGS MS 70 FS celebrates America’s 250th anniversary through a beautifully crafted modern collectible. Struck from 1 troy oz of .999 fine silver, this special release is part of the prestigious “Best of the Mint” semiquincentennial series issued by the United States Mint. Certified by PCGS as Mint State 70 First Strike, this flawless silver medal represents one of the earliest examples released and showcases exceptional strike quality, sharp detail, and strong visual appeal.
Inspired by the legendary 1916 Mercury Dime designed by Adolph A. Weinman, this silver medal expands upon the historical themes associated with the original coin’s circulation period from 1916 through 1945. The Best of the Mint series was created to celebrate some of the most iconic designs ever produced by the United States Mint. Selected through expert recommendations and public input, the Mercury Dime became the first release in this historic commemorative program honoring America’s semiquincentennial celebration. Modern silver medals associated with the series provide collectors with artistic interpretations of classic coinage while preserving the historical themes that shaped the nation during those periods.
Product Specifications:
- Graded as MS 70 First Strike by PCGS
- Part of the ''Best of the Mint'' series honoring America’s 250th anniversary
- Contains 1 troy oz of .999 fine silver
- Produced by the United States Mint
- Encased in a secure PCGS holder
- Obverse: Shows a powerful modern vision of Liberty inspired by the classic Mercury design. Wearing a winged cap and scale-style armor, Liberty leans forward in motion, gripping a broad sword with both hands.
- Reverse: Continues the sword motif, with its point projecting across the design and bursting into radiant sun-like rays. Above are the dates 1916–1945, honoring the Mercury Dime era. Below, a changing American landscape unfolds—from windmill and wheat fields to factories, smokestacks, and tall city buildings.
Why Own the 2026 1 oz Best of the US Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Silver Medal PCGS MS 70 FS?
- Celebrates America’s 250th anniversary
- First release in the Best of the Mint series
- Unique artistic tribute to a major era in U.S. history
- Strong collector demand for modern U.S. Mint medals
- Excellent addition to silver and numismatic collections
Modern U.S. Mint collectors and silver enthusiasts alike will appreciate the historical symbolism, flawless certified condition, and artistic presentation of the 2026 1 oz Best of the US Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Silver Medal PCGS MS 70 FS. Its connection to America’s semiquincentennial celebration and one of the nation’s most admired coin designs makes this silver medal a standout collectible for years to come.
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