1966 SMS (Special Mint Set)
100% Original, No Mint Mark, High Mint State, Unopened Holder!
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- This item is For Sale - Buy It Now
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- 1 available for sale
- Buy It Now For:
- $100.00
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Item Description
The 1966 50C SMS (Special Strike) Kennedy Half Dollar - Auction Record: $13,200 • SP68 • 05-27-2003 • Goldberg Auctioneers
Only 2,200,000 Special Mint Sets were minted that year, over 55 years ago.
The remaining 4 coins (25C, 10C, 5C, 1C) all have auction records as Special Mint Set (Special Strike) values well over a combined $400.
A 1966 Special Mint Set (SMS) that remains original and unopened is a remarkable find for several reasons:
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Scarcity and Authenticity: Unopened sets are increasingly rare. Many have been opened over the decades to check for high-grade coins, making intact sets more valuable and desirable among collectors who value authenticity.
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Condition of the Coins: The coins in an unopened 1966 SMS are in pristine condition, untouched and undisturbed since their packaging. This means they have higher grades, which significantly enhances their value.
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Special Finish: The 1966 SMS coins were struck with a special satin-like finish that differs from both proof and regular mint state coins. This finish is unique to these sets and can only be guaranteed if the set is original and unopened.
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Historical Significance: The 1966 SMS was issued during a unique period in U.S. coinage history when no proof sets were produced (1965-1967) due to a coin shortage. These sets are a part of a transitional period in U.S. numismatics, making them historically significant.
Overall, an original, unopened 1966 Special Mint Set is a time capsule from the era, offering a glimpse into the minting standards and practices of the time, and it holds considerable appeal for both collectors and investors.
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