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Not at all. Many countries mint proof coins in the same metals used for circulation-strike coins, e.g., cupronickel, steel, aluminum, etc.
However, some countries do mint special proof coins made from silver, gold, and/or platinum as well as those made from less-valuable metals.
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What is the silver content in a 2002 silver quarter?
If the coin is an "S" mintmarked silver proof coin, it's 90% silver.
What is the value of a 1984 olympic prestige coin set?
the 3 coin proof set with 2 silver proof one dollar coins and one 10 dollar proof gold coin is worth about $550.00 retail the 3 coin proof set with 2 silver proof one dollar coins and one 10 dollar proof gold coin is worth about $550.00 retail
Is there any silver in a proof 1976 s half dollar?
It is possible, but it depends on which set your coin was in. If your coin is in a standard proof set, it contains no silver. On the other hand, if your coin is in a 3 coin silver proof set with the dollar, half and quarter it is 40% silver. If your coin is loose, you should be able to look at the edge, if it is silver it will usually look more white compared to the non-silver version which will have a stripe of bright red (or sometimes pink) copper.
How much is a 1997 5 pound coin worth?
Face value only, unless it's a proof or Silver proof coin in its original packaging. Then it's worth about £8 for a proof or around £20 if it's a silver proof.
How much silver is in a silver proof set?
The quarters, half-dollar and dime are struck in 90 percent silver, generally referred to as "coin silver."The silver proof quarters weigh 0.180845 oz - multiply that by the current silver price to get the value for that coin.
What is the value of a 2001 US mint silver proof set?
The 5 coin proof set has a value of $6, the 10 coin set has a value of $15 and the 10 coin silver set has a value of $48.
How much silver in a 2000 silver proof 50 cent?
The coin is 90% silver & 10% copper.
What is the value of a 1991 American eagle silver bullion proof coin?
Average retail value for the Proof coin is about $40.00.
Is the half dollar in a 1970 S US Proof Coin set made of 40 percent silver?
Yes the coin is 40% silver.
What is a proof eisenhower silver coin?
A coin produced by the US Mint containing 90% silver and struck with a special die and was intended for collectors
What is the value of the US Bicentennial silver sets?
August 10, 2009 The 3 coin Silver Bicentennial Uncirculated Set is valued from $10 to $20. The 3 coin Silver Bicentennial Proof Set is valued from $10 to $15. The 6 coin Silver Bicentennial Proof Set is valued from $12 to $18.
What is the value of a 1994 5 dollar silver proof coin worth?
The US Mint does not produce $5.00 Silver Proof coins. Are you sure it's not gold? Is it a US coin? Post new question.
