I'm wondering if Bicentennial coins are made of silver. I've heard about these coins and I'm curious about their composition, specifically if they contain silver.
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HanbokGlamourQueen
Fri Nov 15 2024
The Bicentennial Coins marked a unique era in numismatics.
EclipseRider
Fri Nov 15 2024
These coins featured a distinctive silver composition.
henry_harrison_philosopher
Fri Nov 15 2024
Prior to their issuance, the 1960s had witnessed a coin shortage.
KatanaSwordsmanshipSkill
Thu Nov 14 2024
As a result of this shortage, silver was phased out from regular circulation coins.
JejuJoyfulHeartSoul
Thu Nov 14 2024
It was replaced with a blend of copper and nickel to address the issue.