The obverse figure of the Mercury dime is a depiction of the mythological goddess Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap, a classic symbol of liberty and freedom, with its wings intended to symbolize freedom of thought. The Winged Liberty Head dime is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful U.S. coin designs ever produced. Gift the hand painted golf marker version of this beautiful coin to some one you love. Although most commonly referred to as the "Mercury" dime, the coin does not depict the Roman messenger god. The obverse figure is a depiction of the mythological goddess Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap, a classic symbol of liberty and freedom, with its wings intended to symbolize freedom of thought.