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A brilliant uncirculated coin (often abbreviated as BU) is a coin that has never been circulated in commerce and retains its original luster and details. These coins typically have sharp strikes and exhibit no wear from handling or circulation, making them highly sought after by collectors for their pristine condition.
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Is there a difference between Uncirculated and Brilliant Uncirculated?
Yes there is. Uncirculated coins do have different grades that run from MS-60 to MS-70. The term brilliant uncirculated is the grade (MS-65) given to a coin that is above average with full mint luster, very few contact marks, excellent eye appeal.
What is the meaning of a BU coin?
Brilliant Uncirculated. This term is still used, but is not one of the official ANA grades. Uncirculated coins are now refered to as MS-60 (Typical Uncirculated) through MS-70 (Perfect).
What is the value of a 1964 Lincoln coin?
A 1964 Lincoln 1 cent coin is so very common unless it's brilliant uncirculated (MS-65) spend it.
Are your coins brilliant uncirculated?
Coins that are in brilliant uncirculated condition are almost perfect. Take them to a coin collector to have them graded for free.
What does MS 65 mean?
An above average uncirculated coin which may be brilliant or lightly toned and has very few contact marks on the surface or rim.
What is brilliant uncirculated?
"Brilliant uncirculated" (abbreviated BU) is a coin grading term indicating that the coin has never been spent and retains its original mint luster. BU is a somewhat vague description and has largely been replaced by MS (Mint State) along with a number ranging from 60 to 70 to provide a more-specific evaluation of the coin's condition.
What is a 1964-d 50c brilliant uncirculated coin worth?
If the coin is a Gem-BU (MS-65) grade, retail value is about $20.00, if it's not at that grade level the value is for the silver at $6.50
Value of 1926 uncirculated 2.50 US gold coin?
An Uncirculated $2.50 gold US coin is worth $425 in MS-60 uncirculated.
Can a coin be both AU and BU?
Not really. While I suppose it is possible for one side of a coin to be uncirculated while the other side is only almost uncirculated, a coin couldn't be both brilliant uncirculated while being almost uncirculated.
What does the condition BU mean?
In coin collecting, it means Brilliant Uncirculated, a very nice coin, but not as good as a Proof coin.
RE Coins What does MS 63 mean?
MS stands for "mint state" and refers to a coin that is in uncirculated condition. The highest grade is MS-70 which is a nearly flawless coin that is rarely attained. MS-60 is the lowest grade of uncirculated coins. Go to PCGS website for coin values.
What does the MS-60 stand for in Colombian Expo Half Dollar?
Coins are graded by few systems and depends on coin wear. Dr. William H. Shelton devised one term. "Uncirculated" is interchangeable with "Mint State" (MS) for a coin that has never seen circulation. Grading runs from About Good (AG-3) to MS-70 (Perfect Uncirculated). Your coin is graded Uncirculated while MS-65 is Choice Uncirculated.
