2026 US Best of the Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Gold Coin and Silver Medal Set

2026 US Best of the Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Gold Coin and Silver Medal Set

Introducing the 2026 U.S. Best of the Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Gold Coin and Silver Medal Set, which honors the 250th anniversary of American independence.

This set blends historic artistry with contemporary craftsmanship by pairing a 24k gold reissue of the legendary 1916 Mercury Dime with a companion silver medal that features a modern interpretation of the classic design. 

The Best of the Mint series was created following public input and expert recommendations that selected five of the most celebrated U.S. coin designs ever produced. 

As the first release in the series, the 1916 Mercury Dime set honors one of America’s most beloved numismatic masterpieces with a 24k gold coin and a high-purity silver medal.

Today, you can acquire the 2026 US Best of the Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Gold Coin and Silver Medal Set at SD Bullion.

Product Highlights

• Contains a 1/10th oz gold coin made of .9999 pure gold, and a 1 oz medal made of .999 fine silver;

• Produced by the US Mint;

• Bears mint marks from West Point (gold) and Philadelphia (silver) branches;

• The first release of the Best of the Mint series; 

• Limited issue of 30,000

• US minted gold coin with a 10-cent face value;

• US minted silver medal;

• Unique designs.

The 1916 Mercury Dime 24K Gold Coin Design

The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a winged cap, an enduring symbol of freedom of thought and intellectual liberty. Surrounding inscriptions include “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and the date “1916.” 

To honor the Nation’s Semiquincentennial celebration, the design also incorporates a special Liberty Bell privy mark bearing the number “250.” 

On the reverse, the coin displays a fasces, representing unity and collective strength. Alongside it are a battle axe and olive branch, symbolizing both America’s preparedness for defense and its commitment to peace. The reverse inscriptions read “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” and “ONE DIME.” It also features the “W” mintmark from the West Point branch.

The 1916 Mercury Dime Silver Medal Inspired Design

Commonly referred to as the Winged Liberty Dime, the coin's obverse showcases a sweeping design that continues onto the reverse, paying tribute to its original circulation from 1916 to 1945.

The artwork reflects a period in American history marked by social change, economic hardship, and global conflict. As the United States experienced two world wars during these decades, Liberty is portrayed in protective and determined stances, symbolizing resilience and strength.

The design flows seamlessly onto the reverse, where rays extending from Liberty’s sword represent hope emerging after times of conflict. 

Additional elements reference major historical events of the era, including Hooverville shacks symbolizing the Great Depression and swirling background waves representing the Dust Bowl. The inscription “1916–1945” commemorates the years tied to the original Mercury Dime’s circulation.

Buy 2026 US Best of the Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Gold Coin and Silver Medal Sets at SD Bullion

Honor 250 years of American history with this remarkable tribute to the iconic Mercury Dime. 

Purchase the 2026 US Best of the Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Gold Coin and Silver Medal Set online from SD Bullion.

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