Bicentennial quarters were produced specially for the 200th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Each of these 1976-S quarters are made from 40% silver for a total of 0.0739 troy oz (roughly 2.3 grams) of pure silver content.
Are there any silver Bicentennial quarters?
Instead of the usual copper-nickel clad, this quarter was minted in 40% silver. Plus, it has the lowest mintage of all 1976 Washington quarter issues. While regular-issue Bicentennial quarters are occasionally found in pocket change, this special 40% silver Choice Proof coin is not.
Is the 1776 to 1976 half dollar silver?
The standard 1776-1976 Kennedy half dollars are made of a clad composition that contains copper and nickel. Silver clad half dollars and silver clad proof half dollars were also minted and they sell for more money. The obverse side of the coin features the same design as other Kennedy half dollars.
What kind of coin is the Bicentennial coin?
Silver clad quarters and silver clad proof quarters were also minted and they sell for more money. Keep reading to learn more about these coins. This coin has a special design on the reverse side of the coin to celebrate the Bicentennial of the United States.
Where can I buy a silver Bicentennial dollar?
While you can buy silver bicentennial dollars individually, they are available in special, 3-piece uncirculated and proof sets that were assembled by the United States Mint. These sets include the 1776-1976 quarter and half dollar, which also display special bicentennial-themed designs.
Is the 1976 Washington Bicentennial quarter proof silver?
This coin was produced in both years of 1975 through 1976 so there were no 1975 coins. This particular version is the special 40% silver Mint Edition of the Bicentennial Quarter. Proof silver coins with a mirror-like surface were produced as depicted in the image above.
Are there still silver Bicentennial quarters in circulation?
So while there are still millions of silver 1976 Bicentennial quarters around, that number is nowhere near the 15 million originally made. Since over 1.6 billion Bicentennial quarters were made between the Philadelphia and Denver United States Mint facilities, they are still occasionally found in circulation.
