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1970 JFK D Possible 90% Silver?

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Yes I was going through my coins sets and happen to look at the Jfk from denver mint and the whole reed looked silver, I examined my 1970 jfk S and the reed was 2 toned like 40/60 like it should be nut the JFK D looks entire silver could I have an error even though it had been 6 years since they were 90 percent silver? Any help would be great I cant find any pictures of a 1970 d jfk reed edge to compare just my 1970 S and my D is completely silver not two toned
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to CCF. Weight? Try the tissue test. We will need photos.
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Weight is important.
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When first struck, a 40% JFK half dollar had an edge that appeared fully silver. Over time, if the coin tones, the edge will appear less silvery and begin to show a reddish tint because of the copper in the clad layering.

It seems likely you have a coin that is not exhibiting significant edge toning.

Weighing the coin should provide a clear answer, however. The weight of a 90% silver half dollar is 12.50 grams. A 40% half weighs 11.5 grams.





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Ok will try test and add pictures once kids are asleep
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