Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship, and, more recently, aiding handicapped individuals. This impact on human society has given them the nickname  man's best friend  in the Western world.
When looking to acquire nickels with Silver content, look for Silver War Nickels. The term Silver War Nickels refers to those produced by the United States Mint from mid-1942 to 1945. These nickels differ from those minted before and after World War II, as those were made from 56% copper, 35% Silver and 9% manganese.
The US Mint makes proof sets every year that have silver coins in them, which you can buy from the US Mint or a local coin dealer. Also, look out for silver halves, which were last made in 1964 as well at 90% silver. Then remember to look for 40% silver halves between 1965 & 1970. They are worth much more than face whether dime or half. 1964 was the last year the US minted dimes and quarters from silver for regular circulation. The US Mint makes proof sets every year that have silver coins in them, which you can buy from the US Mint or a local coin dealer. Also, look out for silver halves, which were last made in 1964 as well at 90% silver. Then remember to look for 40% silver halves between 1965 &amp; 1970.