One Dime 1945 USA

This is a 1945 US Mercury Dime. The Mercury Dime was a silver coin minted by the United States Mint from 1916 to 1945. The design features a profile of the Roman goddess Mercury on the obverse and a fasces (an ancient Roman symbol of unity and strength) on the reverse. The coin's name comes from the portrait of Liberty, a female figure representing freedom in the United States, which was said to resemble the winged messenger god, Mercury. This 1945 dime is in circulated condition, showing signs of wear and tear over its lifetime. These coins are excellent collector's items and make a great addition to any coin collection.