United States Proof Sets

Embellish your legendary collection today with this treasured 1998 Original 5 Coin U.S. Proof Set. Presented within its original government packaging, this set contains one of each of the coins minted in 1998, including the Kennedy half dollar, the Washington quarter, the Roosevelt dime, the Jefferson nickel and the Lincoln penny. This is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited proof sets released by the U.S. Mint every year. Made from specially polished planchets and polished dies, the coins have been hand-selected for quality and will make a magnificent addition to your collection. Original packaged United States proof sets are highly coveted by collectors and are all sold out limited editions from the United States Mint.

The term proof refers to the method of manufacture, not the condition of the coin. Regular production coins in mint state have sparkling, frosty luster, soft details and minor imperfections. Proof coins can usually be distinguished by their sharpness of detail, high-wire edge and extremely brilliant, mirror-like surface. A proof is a specimen striking of coinage for presentation, souvenir, exhibition or numismatic purposes. Other specifications include:

• Half Dollar - copper/nickel alloy
• Quarter - copper/nickel alloy
• Dime - copper/nickel alloy
• Nickel - copper/nickel alloy
• Penny - copper

Note: This item is not for sale to customers in Alaska, Guam, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. It cannot be shipped to a P.O. Box. Orders must have a physical address.