In the early 1960s, a coin shortage caused a pause in the production of the annual Proof Sets. From 1965-1967 the Mint released the Special Mint Set instead to satisfy collectors! The coins in the new Special Mint Set were struck at the San Francisco Mint. These coins had a particular look, as they had polished dies and blanks which led to a higher-quality finish than what was usually seen on Uncirculated coins! Interestingly, all of the Special Mint Set coins were struck on old presses obtained from the Ordinance Department, but without an identifying mintmark. They could only be identified from these sets!
These 1965 SMS Kennedy Halfs were minted in 40% silver and have a special finish that most would call simply brilliant! This piece in particular is in GEM Uncirculated condition, which means if they were sent in for grading they would be at least MS65 condition! 2,300,000 1965 SMS Kennedy Half Dollars were minted, which is a tiny fraction compared to the hundreds of millions minted minted in 1964. Add this low mintage rarity to your collection today!
Highlights:
- GEM Uncirculated condition
- From the Special Mint Set
- 40% Silver
