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- Dimes, Quarters, Half Dollars, and Dollar Coins minted before 1965 are 90% silver.
- Half Dollars minted between 1965-1970 are 40% silver.
- Nickels minted between 1942* - 1945 are 40% silver. You can also look on the reverse and look for a big mint mark above the Monticello. *During 1942 some nickels were not silver. Check the back for a large mint mark.
- The 1943 Lincoln Cent is NOT silver, some people think it is silver because its coloring!
- The U.S mint also issues silver proof sets every year, it contains a silver dime 4 silver quarters, and a silver Half Dollar.
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