Because of the resemblance to the Roman god, Mercury, the coin became known popularly as the "Mercury Head" Dime.
1939-W mercury head dime
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Mercury head dimes minted in the 1940's are avidly collected in the "uncirculated" grade. Pictured is an example of a very nice 1940 dime valued at $10 or higher, the result of the demand for coins in this condition.
Full Bands: Mercury Head Dimes that have fully defined bands on the fasces. Only well struck coins will have these features.
CIRCULATED ROLL OF "MERCURY HEAD" SILVER DIMES (1916-1964) These are getting added interest as people realize that a lot of these coins were melted during the big silver market of the 1960s and 70s. Real silver coins. Mixed Average Circulated, Abt.
FSB - 'Full Split Bands' - Mercury Head US Silver dimes minted between 1916 and 1947 may receive the attribute FSB, Full Split Bands. On the reverse of the dime are some horizontal bands that hold the 'sticks' together.
The Mercury head was fairly bold and high relief, so is almost never found worn flat. The more defined the braids and hair, however, the better the grade. The sticks and bands on the reverse bundle, however, seem to be the first parts to show wear.
Mercury head rt., 2 pellets behind/Prow rt., MA monogram before, ROMA above, 2 pellets in exergue, Sear 1226, Crawford 64/6. Centered, dark brown patina with slight roughness in spots, clear portrait and rev., Fine....$65 Photo ...
This coin is commonly known as a'Mercury head' dime although, like the Indian head cent it is in fact another representation of Liberty. The wings on her cap are intended to symbolize liberty of thought.
 See also: Mercury, Revers, Reverse, Liberty, Silver
  
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