1953 U.S. Proof Set (In Original Mint Box)

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Product Details

Until 1955, U.S. Mint proof sets were packaged in small cardboard boxes, with each coin contained in a small cellophane sleeve. These sets are tough to find today, especially in their original packaging.

Set Highlights:

  • Made by the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia.
  • Mintage of 128,200.
  • Early proof sets like this are packaged with each coin individually in protective cellophane inside a cardboard box.
  • Because the cellophane originally housing these coins typically degraded and became brittle over time, any sets where the sleeves have been compromised will have the affected coins placed in a plastic flip to protect their delicate brilliant proof surfaces.
  • Each set contains:
    • Lincoln wheat cent
    • Jefferson nickel
    • Roosevelt dime
    • Washington quarter
    • Franklin half dollar

The dime, quarter, and half dollar are minted in 90% silver, totaling approximately 0.6148 troy ounces of silver content.

Year

1953

Metal Type Silver
Metal Weight 0.6148 oz
Metal Purity s.900
Thickness varies
Diameter varies
Year 1953
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