This 1974-S Proof Set represents an important transitional period in American coinage history. Struck at the San Francisco Mint during the post-silver era, this set contains six brilliant proof coins: Lincoln Cent, Jefferson Nickel, Roosevelt Dime, Washington Quarter, Kennedy Half Dollar, and Eisenhower Dollar. Condition: This set remains SEALED and UNOPENED in its original US Mint packaging, exactly as it was received nearly 50 years ago. The factory seal has never been broken, preserving the coins in their original mint condition and maintaining the set’s integrity and collectibility. Historical Context: The 1974 proof set was minted during a significant time in U. Just three years after the United States abandoned the silver standard for circulating coinage, the San Francisco Mint was producing proof sets in copper-nickel clad composition. This era marked the end of precious metal coinage for everyday use and the beginning of the modern clad coinage we use today. The set includes the Eisenhower Dollar, which commemorated both President Dwight D. Eisenhower and the Apollo 11 moon landing – a powerful symbol of American achievement during the Space Age. The Kennedy Half Dollar continued to honor the late president, while traditional designs graced the smaller denominations. These proof coins feature the distinctive sharp strikes, mirror-like fields, and frosted devices that collectors prize. Each coin bears the “S” mint mark, identifying it as a product of the San Francisco Mint’s proof coinage operation. Ideal for collectors of modern U. Proof sets, those building date runs, or anyone interested in 1970s American numismatic history.
