Hermes Coin Ring - Handmade Mercury Dime Silver Ring

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The ring and bangle are both open and adjustable sizes, suitable for all.

Mercury Head Dimes, officially called Winged Liberty Head Dimes, were produced for almost 30 years. Known for the beauty of their design, they are favorites with collectors. Now you can own one of these coins, composed of 90% silver and 10% copper.

In 1915, plans began to replace the designs on the dime, quarter, and half dollar. Robert Woolley, the director of the US Mint, asked the Commission of Fine Arts to select sculptors to submit suggestions for the new coins. Adolph Weinman’s sketches were selected for the dime and half dollar.

Weinman’s design for the coin shows a profile of the allegorical figure Liberty. She is wearing a Liberty cap. The artist added wings to the cap to symbolize “liberty of thought.” Shortly after the new dime went into circulation, people mistook Liberty for the Roman god Mercury, giving rise to the dime’s common name.

The reverse of the dime shows a fasces, a Roman symbol representing the power of law and government. It is surrounded by an olive branch, symbolizing peace. The mint mark in located on the reverse, while the artist’s initials can be found on the obverse.

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Your ring is custom-made and ships within 4–7 business days. Questions about sizing or custom requests? Contact us — we're happy to help.

Please note: Coin year may vary slightly. If you have a preference, leave a note at checkout and we will do our best to accommodate.