The 1956 proof set has numismatic value. Keep reading to learn more about this collectible set.
Specifications
Type: Proof Set
Year: 1956
Number of Coins: 5
Face Value: $0.91
Issue Price: $2.10
Silver Weight: .61488 oz.
The 1956 proof set contains five different coins, and three of them are 90% silver. The coins include: the penny, nickel, silver dime, silver quarter, and silver half dollar.
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Philadelphia | 669,384 |
Value
This 5-piece proof set is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this set is $18.18. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $29.57 per ounce.
The 1956 proof set in its original government packaging is worth around $72.
Sources:
The Red Book
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