Collectible coins are items that are sought after by numismatists for their historical significance, rarity, or aesthetic appeal. In the United States, notable collectible coins include the 1-cent (penny) and 50-cent (half dollar) denominations. Proof Sets, which are collections of coins struck under carefully controlled conditions for presentation rather than circulation, were popular among collectors. The 1942 Proof Set is significant as it features coins from a pivotal year in American history, including the transition of the minting process during World War II.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1942 1c-50c Proof Set 5 Coins 1c-50c Proof Sets 1942 Philadelphia