Hello everyone, In my metal detecting adventures I have detected 4 different 1916 Winged Liberty Head (Mercury) dimes. But none have been the elusive and valuable 1916 D Mint Mark This past weekend I attended a metal detecting event down in Rock Hill South Carolina where I was able to find 50 silver coins in a seeded hunt. I was checking all the coins and I noticed that one of the dimes was dated 1916 It is circled in this picture.. It has a mint mark but the problem is that It's not totally clear. It could be a D, but my wife and my step son both say it's a damaged S Here are the best pictures I could share to see if you would like to attribute it They are probably right and my thinking is also, why would the event coordinator put a 1916 D mercury dime in the mix to be found. They are all and have always been common dates.
Yes. A Garrett AT Max Metal detector. A One ounce silver bar and a display case with old buttons, buckles and miscellaneous antique finds.
You found a 1916-S Mercury Dime. If you go to the Denver area you might find a D mint mark for that year.
My old eyes see an "S". I'm no authority, but I've looked at a lot of them trying to make a "D" out of an "S". Haven't been successful so far, lol. Great job on the hunt! I enjoy seeing your posts as to what you find.
I would love to try it; problem is I have a bad back and I am not sure walking around slightly hunched over for hours would be the best thing for it. I fear a painful experience. But I sure would like to try it!
Well. Good news! Most Detectors today weigh less than 3 pounds and have adjustable shafts and longer extensions for tall men. You just have to pace yourself. Less than a weed whacker as far as weight, comfortability and the likes. This hobby will make you happy if you do your research on finding good sites to detect. Some guys get bored and some just fall in love with it. I started in 2001 and miss it dearly.
