What is the composition of the Kennedy half dollar in these proof sets?
1968-1972 Blue Box Proof Set Collection (5 Boxes)
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The Kennedy half dollar in the 1968 proof set is composed of 40% silver and 60% copper, and then changes to a copper-nickel clad composition after 1970. The presence of silver in the 1968 coins adds value and appeal to collectors interested in precious metals.
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