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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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How Many coins in the 1976 Proof silver set?
The 40% proof silver set was a 3 piece.
How do you tell proof and silver proof?
Proof coins are specially minted for collectors, featuring a high-quality finish with a mirror-like surface and intricate details, often struck multiple times for better definition. Silver proof coins are specifically made of silver and also exhibit the same high-quality proof finish. The primary distinction lies in the metal content; silver proof coins contain a certain percentage of silver, typically 90% or 99.9%, while standard proof coins may not contain any silver. To identify them, check for markings indicating silver content, such as "Ag" for silver or specific purity percentages.
1988 silver dollar?
If you mean a 1988 Silver Eagle only Proof and bullion coins were struck in that year. From 1986 to 1992, proof Silver Eagle coins were minted at San Francisco and these coins bear the "S" mintmark and have a current retail value of $40.00. Bullion Silver Eagle coins dated 1988 were also struck at San Francisco but do not have mintmarks, the value of these coins depends on the spot price of silver at time of sale. As of today 3-27-11 it's about $37.32
What is the value of a 1993 US proof set?
As of 07/2010 a proof set containing copper-nickel clad coins retails for about $13, while a Prestige set with silver coins sells for about $35.
What is the value of a 2000 US silver proof set?
As of 07/2010 a 2000 silver proof set retails for about $35. Your proof set's package should say that it's a "Prestige" set. Anything else contains copper-nickel coins, not silver and sells for about $14.
What coins are silver in 1974 and 1975 Proof Coins of Belize?
There were proof sets made in 1974 and 1975 where all 8 of the coins were silver, and proof sets made during those years when none of them were silver. Assuming that your coins are in a set, check the 1 Cent coin - if it looks silver, then all the coins in the set are silver; if it looks bronze, then none of the coins in the set are silver.
Is there a 1973s Ike Dollar that is solid silver?
Solid silver? No. The silver clad Eisenhower dollars are all 40% silver. But for 1973 not all S mintmarked coins are 40% silver. The San Francisco Mint did strike copper-nickel proof coins that were included in the proof sets for 1973. The 40% silver coins were struck as proof & uncirculated but were sold separately, so 3 different S mintmarked coins were struck in 1973.
Are all silver proof coins 90 percent silver?
If you are referring to the the modern (1992-2011) "Silver Proof" sets, yes the coins are 90% silver.
What coins are silver in a 1979 us silver proof set?
The U.S. Mint did not issue a 1979 Silver Proof set. None of the coins contain any silver.
Is there any silver in a 1973 proof set?
No silver coins were included in the 1973 Proof sets.
How much silver is in a 1985 us mint proof set?
A 1985 proof contains no silver coins.
How Many coins in the 1976 Proof silver set?
The 40% proof silver set was a 3 piece.
1976-s silver proof type 2 Ike dollar?
Solid silver? No. The silver clad Eisenhower dollars are all 40% silver. But for 1973 not all S mintmarked coins are 40% silver. The San Francisco Mint did strike copper-nickel proof coins that were included in the proof sets for 1973. The 40% silver coins were struck as proof & uncirculated but were sold separately, so 3 different S mintmarked coins were struck in 1973.
What is the value of 1959 silver us coin proof set?
All US Proof sets of 1964 and before have silver coins in them, the current value of a 1959 set is $28.00.
1972 US Silver Proof set?
No 1972 silver proof sets were made, only single Eisenhower uncirculated & proof coins were struck in 40% silver.
Did they make any silver coins in 2006?
Yes, but none of the coins were made for general circulation. Silver Proof quarters sets and Silver Proof 10-piece sets were sold by the Mint, also the American Silver Eagle bullion coins were minted in 2006.
Are proof coin silver?
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.
