1968 S United States Proof Set Silver Kennedy

1968 S United States Proof Set Silver Kennedy 1968-S United States Proof Set with 40% Silver Kennedy Half Dollar This 1968-S United States Proof Set is a premier five-coin collection housed in its original government packaging and protective blue outer sleeve. The set features the 40% silver Kennedy Half Dollar, which was the only silver denomination issued for general circulation during this era. Each coin displays a mirror-like proof finish, characterized by sharp strikes and high-luster fields. In addition to the silver half dollar, the set includes the copper Lincoln Cent, Jefferson Nickel, Roosevelt Dime, and Washington Quarter, all bearing the S mint mark from the San Francisco Assay Office. This set represents the first year that United States proof sets were produced at the San Francisco mint after a three-year hiatus, making it a significant historical addition for collectors seeking high-grade proof coinage. 1968-S United States Proof Set 40% Silver Kennedy Half Dollar Condition: This 1968 United States Proof Set is housed in its original US Mint flat pack plastic lens and includes the blue outer box. The coins appear to be in excellent condition with mirror-like surfaces characteristic of the proof strike. The Kennedy Half Dollar exhibits sharp details. The Lincoln Cent shows its original copper luster. The outer blue box shows some minor shelf wear and a numerical sticker. These coins are ungraded and remain in their original government packaging. Mint: San Francisco (S Mint Mark) Metal Content: The Kennedy Half Dollar is composed of 40% silver. The Lincoln Cent is copper. The Jefferson Nickel is copper-nickel. The Roosevelt Dime and Washington Quarter are copper-nickel clad. Historical Context: The 1968-S Proof Set marked the first year that proof set production returned to the San Francisco Assay Office after a three-year hiatus (1965-1967) where Special Mint Sets were produced instead. This set contains the last year of the 40% silver Kennedy Half Dollar before it was transitioned to copper-nickel clad in 1971 (excluding 1970 which was not released for circulation). Strike Type: Proof 1968, United States Proof Set, US Mint, Numismatics, Coin collecting, Kennedy Half Dollar, Washington Quarter, Roosevelt Dime, Jefferson Nickel, Lincoln Penny, Mint State, Vintage coins, Currency, Coin display case, American coins, Collectibles 1968 proof set, US mint coins, Kennedy half dollar, collectible coins, numismatics, San Francisco mint, silver coins, vintage proof set, US coinage history, coin collecting set IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer's premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms."Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction."ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions." References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection a