1968 Mint Set
The 1968 Mint Set is a great way to own a piece of U.S. minting history, especially as it's the first set produced after the U.S. Mint moved production back to San Francisco for proof coins. This set includes uncirculated coins from both the Philadelphia and Denver Mints, featuring the Lincoln cent, Jefferson nickel, Roosevelt dime, Washington quarter, and Kennedy half dollar, all sealed in their original government packaging (OGP). The 1968 Mint Set also holds historical importance as it marks the first year of the San Francisco “S” mint mark on proof coins.
The United States Mint released the first Mint set in 1947. It was introduced to give coin collectors the opportunity to get every denomination and strike that were released into circulation each year. These were regular coins meant for circulation, but pristine and unblemished. They are packed together in official US Mint packaging to ensure and highlight the condition and authenticity of the pieces. This was the first Mint Set to return after the break from 1965-1967, when the Special Mint Sets were released instead. The break was due to the production of the Mint Sets moving from Philadelphia to San Francisco, and this 1968 set is the first one from the new facility!
1968 Mint Set For Sale
The set includes coins, consisting of the nickel, dime, quarter struck at the Philadelphia and Denver Mints, the cent was struck at San Francisco, Philadelphia and Denver Mints with the half dollar struck only at the Denver Mint. These are so cheap, adding them to your collection is a no-brainer!
Highlights:
- First Mint Set from San Francisco
- 10 coins total
1968 Mint Set value
As of 2024, the 1968 Mint Set typically has a value ranging from $10 to $20, depending on its condition and whether it includes the original government packaging (OGP). Sets in excellent condition or with the original packaging may command higher prices, while those showing signs of wear will be on the lower end of the scale.
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