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When did the silver in US coins end?
When did the silver in US coins end?
Daniele
Sat Jul 20 2024
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Good day, I am interested in a historical matter regarding US currency. Could you please enlighten me on the timeline of when silver was phased out of US coins? I understand that there was a transition from silver-based coins to other materials, but I'm curious about the specific years or decades in which this transition occurred. It would be fascinating to know the context and reasons behind this historical shift in US currency. Thank you for your time and assistance in this matter.
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Sofia
Sun Jul 21 2024
The unawareness of this fact led to Half Dollars from this period being spent or sold in rolls without their true value being recognized.
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SunlitMystery
Sun Jul 21 2024
Common misconception suggests that the silver content in U.S. coins ceased in 1964, yet this is inaccurate.
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Federico
Sun Jul 21 2024
Specifically, the Half Dollar coin retained its silver composition until 1970. This detail is often overlooked.
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CryptoTamer
Sun Jul 21 2024
Between the years 1965 and 1970, many individuals used or disposed of Half Dollars unaware of their silver content.
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CryptoDynastyLord
Sun Jul 21 2024
These coins, though visually similar to earlier non-silver versions, contained 40 percent silver.
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