2004 Silver Proof Set (BUY)
Face Value: $2.96
Original Issue Price: $37.95
Mintage: 1,175,934
The 2004 Silver Proof Set experienced a price jump from last year's $31.95 price to $37.95. The reason for the price increase was the addition of an eleventh coin and an increase in the cost of silver. The increased price did little to lower demand, as the mintage was nearly the same as the prior year.
Each set contained the five State Quarters for 2004, which featured Michigan, Florida, Texas, Iowa, and Wisconsin. The two Westward Journey Nickels were included which featured the Peace Medal and Handshake designs. Finally, the Sacagawea Dollar, Kennedy Half Dollar, Roosevelt Dime, and Lincoln Cent were included. The half dollar, quarters, and dime were produced with a composition of 90% silver.
This year, the US Mint started offering a separate State Quarters Silver Proof Set. This set contained only the five quarters struck in 90% silver. The set was offered at a price of $23.95.
The 2004 Silver Proof Set packaging continued similar themes established with the State Quarters series. The cardboard box featured the Statue of Liberty hued in red with other red design elements. Within the box were two plastic lenses, one containing the State Quarters and the other containing the remaining coins.
