I have a coin that says '1964 SMS' on it and I'm wondering what it is. I've never seen this type of coin before and I'm curious about its origin, value, and if it's rare or not.
6 answers
SamsungSpark
Tue Nov 12 2024
The coins referred to as "1964 SMS" are actually early strikes from newly created dies.
Claudio
Tue Nov 12 2024
These coins are not unique or particularly rare as some may claim.
Raffaele
Tue Nov 12 2024
The Smithsonian collection holds examples of such coins.
Riccardo
Tue Nov 12 2024
These coins in the collection are appropriately labeled as early strike coins.
mia_harrison_painter
Mon Nov 11 2024
Each year, various Mint directors donated these early strike coins to the Smithsonian.