Is the bicentennial s proof half silver.

[treeslayer]

Found a 1976 s proff half today. how can i tell if its silver. thanks for the input. Brian.

 

[etaucher86]

The S marking on the coin means its a Silver coin, more then likly it came out of a proof set.

 

[65gt350]

There were 3 types of bicentennial halves with S mints. If it looks like a 1971-1974 coin on the rim (CuNi) then it is a regular proof. If it looks like a 1967 rim it could either be a 40% silver proof or uncirculated strike.

I have attached a photo of all three.

HH,
65GT350

 

[Diver_Down]

There were 3 types of bicentennial halves with S mints. If it looks like a 1971-1974 coin on the rim (CuNi) then it is a regular proof. If it looks like a 1967 rim it could either be a 40% silver proof or uncirculated strike.

I have attached a photo of all three.

HH,
65GT350

Nice post, 65GT. I know I've answered this countless times before in the past. With your photo, it makes it clear to new hunters. You should include this post in the pinned thread, Newcomers Guide...

 

[FIRE310]

The S marking on the coin means its a Silver coin, more then likly it came out of a proof set.

Negative sir. Just because it has an "S" mint mark doesnt make it a silver coin....

 

[clovis97]

Hey, 65gt350...thank you for posting that!!!!!

Even though I've been CRHing for a while, it was nice to learn about this.

 

[treeslayer]

Thanks for all the info, the photos were very helpfull. Good luck and happy hunting.

 

[tgcougar]

The S marking on the coin means its a Silver coin, more then likly it came out of a proof set.

Negative sir. Just because it has an "S" mint mark doesnt make it a silver coin....

It is a mint mark from San Francisco, hence the "S". Recently, that mint has been mainly minting only silver coins, which may be where you're confusing things. Keep learning as much about collecting as you can and don't be afraid to ask questions.

 

[Diver_Down]

The S marking on the coin means its a Silver coin, more then likly it came out of a proof set.

Negative sir. Just because it has an "S" mint mark doesnt make it a silver coin....

It is a mint mark from San Francisco, hence the "S". Recently, that mint has been mainly minting only silver coins, which may be where you're confusing things. Keep learning as much about collecting as you can and don't be afraid to ask questions.

Cougar - You really shouldn't make such a blanket statement. It will only confuse those who are new to the hobby. San Fran mints silver proof sets, Clad Proof sets, and Commemoratives. If you compare their mintages with respect to individual denominations, you will note that San Fran produces way more clad than silver issues.