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A Mercury dime is made out of 90 percent silver. As of 2022, that was worth about $1.76. While defacing currency is illegal, it is legal to melt down silver or gold coins for their value.

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At the time of publication, they start as low as $7.95 for a set of P-D-S and silver dimes. A set of Roman bronze coins from the fall of Rome sells for $19.95, and gold foil notes start at $4.95.