<P> The new coins began to enter circulation in late 1965 , and alleviated the shortages . They passed side by side with their silver counterparts for a time , but the precious metal coins were hoarded beginning in 1967 as the Treasury ended its efforts to keep silver prices low . The act also banned the production of silver dollars until at least 1970 . </P>
<P> The new coins began to enter circulation in late 1965 , and alleviated the shortages . They passed side by side with their silver counterparts for a time , but the precious metal coins were hoarded beginning in 1967 as the Treasury ended its efforts to keep silver prices low . The act also banned the production of silver dollars until at least 1970 . </P>
when did us stop using silver in coins
when did us stop using silver in coins
late 1965
late 1965