The item referenced is a novelty collectible that takes inspiration from the classic Mercury dime design, but is fabricated using gold and bears the year 2016. It is not an official issue of the United States Mint and thus is not considered legal tender. Instead, it’s a privately produced commemorative item, often marketed as a gold-layered or solid gold rendition of a familiar coin design.
Such items appeal to collectors interested in precious metals or those who appreciate numismatic designs but are seeking something different from government-issued coins. The value of these items primarily derives from the gold content, if any, and the perceived collectibility factor, rather than its face value. The obverse replicates Adolph A. Weinmans Winged Liberty Head design, which was originally featured on circulating dimes from 1916 to 1945. The year 2016 would signify the centennial of the original design’s release.
