What is a 1964 SMS set worth?

1964 SMS Close SMS. Specimen-68 (PCGS). Realized: $156,000 on 8/16/2019. Image source: Stacks Bowers. U.S. Coins: Half Dollars.

How do I know if my 1964 Nickel is a SMS?

How do you identify a 64 sms nickel? Look for lots of vertical die polishing lines, a satiny finish, and almost no contact marks, since these supposedly never came in contact with other coins.

What does a 1964 SMS look like?

The special finish of 1964 SMS coins is characterized by a nice, smooth, satin-like appearance. The fields are usually well struck, very clean and tend to come without any major nicks or scratches. The edges for most 1964 SMS coins also tend to be square and sharp.

Is my 1964 nickel worth anything?

The 1964-nickel value is 5 cents in good condition. The Jefferson Nickel is 75\% copper and 25\% nickel and has a total melt value of $0.0567. The highest sale for 1964 Jefferson SP68 was $32,900. This article highlights the history of the Jefferson nickel and its major features.

What is a 1964 SMS quarter?

In 1964 the U.S. Mint struck circulation strike coins, proof coins and surprisingly, it also struck a very limited number of Special Strike coins also referred to as Special l Mint Sets (SMS). The special finish for the 1964 SMS Washington Quarter is characterized by a nice, smooth, satin-like finish.

What is a 1964 SMS half dollar?

1964 SMS (Special Mint Set) Half-Dollar The 1964 SMS were special mint sets of two Kennedy half dollar coins. The U.S. Mint only made twelve of these sets altogether.

What is a 1964 SMS Kennedy half dollar?

Is a 1964 silver quarter worth anything?

Before 1965, US quarters were made of 90 percent silver. That means that due to the silver alone it would be worth about $3.50 (depending on silver prices). After 1964, the quarter is just made of nickel and copper and worth just 25 cents.

How much is a 1964 silver half dollar worth today?

Kennedy Half Dollar Average Prices and Values