The 1960 proof set has numismatic value. Keep reading to learn more about this collectible set.
Specifications
Type: Proof Set
Year: 1960
Number of Coins: 5
Face Value: $0.91
Issue Price: $2.10
Silver Weight: .61488 oz.
The 1960 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.
There are different varieties for the 1960 pennies. There are pennies with the small date, and pennies with the large date. Proof sets have either the small date cent or the large date cent. See the image below for reference.
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 1960 | Philadelphia | 1,691,602 |
Value
This 5-piece proof set is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this set is $18.15. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $29.52 per ounce.
The 1960 proof set with the small date cent in its original government packaging is worth around $40.
The 1960 proof set with the large date cent in its original government packaging is worth around $38.
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Sources:
The Red Book
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