1945‑S Micro S Mercury Dime MS65 ANACS Soapbox Lustrous Toning Key Date

Quick Facts

• Date & Mintmark: 1945‑S (“Micro S” variety) ─ San Francisco

• Grade / Holder: MS‑65, classic ANACS Soapbox slab

• Designation: Scarce Micro S mint‑mark punch — final‑year variety

• Metal Content: 90 % silver / 10 % copper • 0.07234 troy oz ASW

• Mintage: 41.9 million dimes minted, but only a small fraction carry the Micro S variety and survive in Gem condition

Eye Appeal & Condition

Brilliant, original luster shimmers beneath subtle gold‑rose peripheral toning, giving this Gem its standout eye appeal. MS‑65 surfaces are virtually mark‑free; all design elements are crisply struck, with full torch detail and sharply defined wing feathers. No cleaning, haze, or spotting—an attractive, premium example ready for high‑grade type or variety sets.

• Key Variety: The Micro S is a distinct, highly collected mint‑mark variety from the final year of the Mercury dime series.

• Gem Grade: MS‑65 pieces show strong demand; eye‑appealing, toned Gems are increasingly scarce.

• WWII Heritage: Struck in the closing months of World War II, offering historic context to any U.S. coin collection.

• Affordable Rarity: A budget‑friendly pathway into variety collecting versus other key Mercury dimes.

Specifications

What You’ll Receive

• Exact 1945‑S Micro S Mercury Dime pictured, sealed in its ANACS MS‑65 Soapbox holder

• Ships in a protected box with full insurance and signature confirmation on orders >$200

• Tracking sent via email/SMS the same business day for payments cleared before 6 am ET

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