Product Highlights:
Mint: United States Mint, San Francisco
Date: 1998-S
Composition: Mixed (3 coins in 90% Silver, 2 coins Copper-Nickel)
Finish: Proof
Packaging: Original U.S. Mint packaging (if included)
Mintage: 775,021
Coins Included:
- Lincoln Cent
- Jefferson Nickel
- Roosevelt Dime (90% Silver)
- Washington Quarter (90% Silver)
- Kennedy Half Dollar (90% Silver)
Historical Significance:
The 1998-S Silver Proof Set marks the final silver proof set issued before the historic launch of the 50 State Quarters Program in 1999. Each coin was struck multiple times using specially polished dies and carefully prepared planchets, creating the sharp frosted devices and mirror-like surfaces collectors expect from U.S. Mint proof coinage. This set captures the last year of the traditional single-design Washington quarter in silver proof format before one of the most successful modern coin programs transformed U.S. numismatics.
Collectibility:
The 1998-S Silver Proof Set remains a key transitional issue for modern U.S. Mint collectors, representing the close of a classic design era. With official U.S. Mint silver content, attractive proof finishes, and strong collector appeal, this set is an important addition to any silver proof set collection.
