Late 90s Proof Perfection from the San Francisco Mint Elevate your collection with the 1997 U.S. Mint Proof Set — a refined, government-issued collector's set capturing the elegance of classic American coinage just before the historic redesigns of the State Quarter era. What's Included: Five proof coins dated 1997, struck at the San Francisco (S) Mint: Lincoln Memorial Cent Jefferson Nickel Roosevelt Dime Washington Quarter Kennedy Half Dollar Presented in original U.S. Mint packaging with Certificate of Authenticity Why the 1997 Proof Set Stands Out: The 1997 set is one of the last classic five-coin proof sets before the U.S. Mint launched the enormously popular 50 State Quarters Program in 1999 — making it a key transitional piece for date-run collectors. Notable highlights include: Lower mintage than many earlier proof sets, with approximately 2.8 million sets produced — adding to its long-term collectibility Features the classic Washington Quarter reverse in its final years before state designs took over A favorite among collectors seeking complete pre-State Quarter proof runs Exceptional Proof Quality: Struck multiple times on polished planchets with specially prepared dies, each coin displays the deep mirror fields, frosted cameo devices, and razor-sharp detail that define U.S. Mint proof coinage at its finest. Condition & Authenticity: Grade: Proof (PR) Sealed in original U.S. Mint packaging with COA Authenticated and verified by Minted Legacy Bullion A Transitional Treasure for the Serious Collector The 1997 U.S. Mint Proof Set represents the closing chapter of the classic modern proof era — a must-have for collectors who appreciate both the artistry of traditional U.S. coinage and the historical significance of what came next.
