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No, it would defeat the purpose of minting them. It is a term referring to the grading or more particularly, the quality of the finish of the coin.
FDC stands for "Fleur du Coin" and is usually associated with Proof coins indicating that that they have been struck on specially prepared dies and hand finished to produce a mirror like finish on the flat surfaces.
They are sold in protective packaging to preserve the high quality finish and subsequently, the relatively high value they have.
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∙ 12y ago"FDC" means "Fleur du Coin" and usually refers to a "Proof" coin that has been struck on specially prepared, polished dies and hand finished, giving it a mirror finish on the flat surfaces.
It would be difficult to distinguish a Proof FDC coin from any other high grade finish coin. They will be very shiny and the flat surfaces will have a mirror finish with the raised surfaces possibly a Matt or granulated finish.
Proof and Proof FDC coins are packaged in a manner to protect them from being touched or handled. The packaging and possibly the accompanying certificate of authenticity should indicate that the contents are Proof FDC and perhaps that they are made from certain metals of a specified purity if they are made from precious metals.
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∙ 12y agoFDC means Fleur De Coin, a French expression meaning "Flower of the Die". These coins are minted using special techniques and dies made for the purposes and are hand finished resulting in a high grade finish and often made from precious metals. They are packaged to protect them from handling and often come with a "Certificate of Authenticity".
They are made for the collector/investor market and are sold by the mint in their year of issue at many times their face value.
Such a designation would be equivalent to the US MS68-70 grade, often referred to as gem uncirculated.
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Was the Millennium Crown coin dated 2000 with the gold detailing the only version of the coin for that year?
The British Millennium Crown (Five Pound) coin was issued dated both 1999 and 2000. The gold "detailing" to which you refer would be the British Isles coloured with 22 carat gold(?) on the 2000 coin only. Issues of the 1999 coin included a cupro-nickel specimen in a presentation folder, a Proof in silver FDC coin and a Proof in gold FDC coin. Issues of the 2000 coin included a cupro-nickel specimen in a presentation folder, a cupro-nickel Proof FDC coin, a Proof in silver FDC coin and a Proof in gold FDC coin. The 2000 issue also included a cupro-nickel specimen with a "Dome" mintmark in the inner ring at the 3 o'clock position, in a presentation folder.
What does Proof FDC mean?
FDC applied to coins means "Fleur Du Coin" and usually refers to Proof coins. They are made almost exclusively for investors and collectors. A coin designated as "FDC" means that it has the best possible finish and is the finest specimen of the coin possible to make (when it left the mint). A Proof FDC coin is made from specially prepared and polished dies, it may be hand finished and could be made from the same metals as the equivalent circulating coins or, a variety of precious metals such as silver, gold or platinum, amongst others. Proof FDC coins are always suitably packaged to protect the coin and the finish, and will be priced well above their face value.
Is a 1967 British Shilling rare?
The 1927 British Florin (Two Shillings) was not issued as a general circulation coin, it was only released as a "Proof FDC" and a "Matt Proof FDC" coin and there were only 15,000 minted. The Matt Proof FDC coin is described as being of the highest rarity. The Proof FDC coin would perhaps be described as being scarce.
Have you a picture of a proof piedfort silver FDC of 1981 Princess Diana's wedding?
No, the coin was not produced as a "piedfort". Apart from the general circulation coin, it was produced as "Proof in silver FDC" , but it looks almost the same as the general circulation 25 Pence coin, except that it made from .925 silver. See the link below.
When were Half-Sovereigns last minted?
British decimal Half-Sovereigns are minted annually in most years as a non-circulating Proof FDC gold bullion coin. The last pre-decimal Half-Sovereign minted was issued in 1937 as a non-circulating Proof FDC coin.
A diamond cut 22ct gold plated Royal Mint original silver jubilee coin in original box?
The standard for gold coins issued by the Royal Mint is 22 carat. The Royal Mint issued the 25 Pence (Crown) coin for the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in 1977. The coin was issued as a standard coin, a specimen coin in a presentation folder, a Proof FDC coin, and a silver Proof FDC in a case. No gold coin. There is every possibility that a gold commemorative coin was produced privately by the Franklin Mint or a similar company.
Is a 1970 British Halfcrown silver?
No. The 1970 British Halfcrown was minted as a Proof FDC coin only in cupro-nickel.
Is there a picture of a Five Pound coin from 1981?
Pictures of a specific coin are difficult to come by. Usually you should be able to find one on eBay, but the picture is withdrawn after the coin is sold. The only Five Pound coin issued in 1981 was a "Proof in gold FDC" coin.
What does KG VI Matt Proof FDC mean referring to coins?
KG VI means King George VI. A "Matt Proof" coin is a process where the surface of the coin is deliberately finely granulated as distinct from the usual mirror like surface of "Proof" coins with frosted highlights. The flat surfaces will have a satin like appearance. FDC is an abbreviation for Fleur du Coin. It refers to a "Proof" coin that has been hand finished.
What does FDC mean regarding Half-Sovereigns?
FDC "Fleur de Coin" usually refers to Proof coins that have been specially minted on polished dies and prepared and packaged for the collector market. The coin will be perfectly struck (not off centre), the flat surfaces will have a mirror like finish. Proof FDC coins are frequently made from precious metals as well as the usual more common metals and sell for much higher prices than the face value suggests. Proof FDC coins lose much of their appeal and value if they are handled.
What is the difference between the 1972 sterling silver and cup-nick crowns - they are so similar?
The British 1972 Silver Wedding Commemorative Crown (25 Pence) coin was issued as a packaged mint uncirculated coin and as a packaged Proof FDC coin. They were also issued as a packaged Proof in sterling silver FDC coin. The coins are identical except for the metal they are made from. The sterling silver coin will have a reference to the fineness of the silver (0.925) on the packaging and possibly a certificate of authenticity enclosed in the packaging.
Is there a silver British Two Pound coin?
British general circulation Two Pound coins are made from a nickel-brass alloy. In many years, the Royal Mint also produces a Proof in silver FDC Two Pound coin and occasionally, a Proof piedfort in silver FDC Two Pound coin. These coins are not intended for circulation since their value is much greater than Two Pounds.
