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An "Uncirculated" coin is exactly that. It has never been in circulation and is in mint condition, and in the packaging it was sold in. A "Proof" coin is similar to an "Uncirculated" coin in that it has never been in circulation, but they are made on specially polished dies so that they have a very lustrous and shiny appearance. Proof coins might also be made from a metal other than what the normal coin might be made from, such as gold or silver. Proof coins usually cost a lot more to buy irrespective of what they are made from.
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What does au condition mean for coins?
AU is an abbreviation for About Uncirculated. It means a coin which is very close to uncirculated by not quite.
What does matte proof mean?
Matte proof coins are special proofs that have a grainy "sandblasted" look on the surface. Matte proof coins were sometimes made in the early part of the 1900's. Normal proof coins have a mirror like brilliant surface.
What does proof mean on a US coin?
Proof refers to a coin that was produced with special care, generally for collectors. Such coins are struck more slowly, and with more force, than coins intended for circulation, and generally are produced on specially polished dies with polished planchets. Proof is often referred to incorrectly as the condition of the coin - while proof coins are in fact usually in better shape than any circulated or uncirculated coin, that is not necessarily the case. Impaired proofs are proof coins that have damage to the surface, be it cloudiness, staining, scratches or nicks. Since a proof coin is legal tender, it can be spent, so it is possible (although uncommon) to have a proof coin with signs of wear.
What does proof mean in regards to coins?
A proof coin is made from a highly polished planchet (blank) and struck twice to produce a highly detailed relief. Proof coins are not put into general circulation.
What does PQ bu mean for grading coins?
PQ= Premium Quality. Bu= Brilliant Uncirculated.
What are the presidents coins worth?
If you mean the current $1 coins, unless they're in a proof or uncirculated set, they're worth exactly the amount shown on the reverse side. Feel free to spend them.
Any information on 1991 liberty silver dollar?
Assuming you mean a 1991 Silver Eagle, proof and uncirculated coins were struck that year. Proof coins were struck at the San Francisco Mint and carry the "S" mintmark, mintage was 511,925 and have a current retail value of $18.00 Uncirculated coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint, carry no mintmark and mintage was 7,191,066 with current retail value of $17.00
How much is an Australian polished die 1961 uncirculated five Shillings worth thanks?
There were only two years when an Australian Crown (Five Shilling) coins was minted, being 1937 and 1938. If by "polished die" you mean a "Proof" coin, both the 1937 and 1938 coins were minted as Proof and general circulation coins.
What does uncirculated currency mean?
"Uncirculated" means a coin that hasn't been in circulation I.E. does not show any wear even to its high points. You can still find coins that are hundred's of years old in uncirculated condition, it has nothing to do with buying from the mint or banks. In the US the term MS (Mint State) is given to uncirculated coins i.e. still in the state it left the mint. When grading companies slab/grade coins the uncirculated grade ranges from MS60-MS70. MS70 being perfect. You do often however get uncirculated coins with slight scuffs; these are referred to as "bag marks". Bag marks or scuffs are pretty inevitable on coins that were meant for circulation (not proofs, patterns or trials); because of the way coins are piled together.You may also hear the term FDC being used this is a French term which stands for Fleur De Coin. It basically means a perfect coin. This term is usually used when referring to proof coins in perfect condition. I hope this helps.
What does au condition mean for coins?
AU is an abbreviation for About Uncirculated. It means a coin which is very close to uncirculated by not quite.
What do you mean by proof?
Proof coins are special coins produced by mints with special dies and polishing to be perfect and to have an extra eye appeal. Thus proof coins are near perfect representations of that particular coin.
What does matte proof mean?
Matte proof coins are special proofs that have a grainy "sandblasted" look on the surface. Matte proof coins were sometimes made in the early part of the 1900's. Normal proof coins have a mirror like brilliant surface.
What does proof mean on a coin?
Proof refers to a coin that was produced with special care, generally for collectors. Such coins are struck more slowly, and with more force, than coins intended for circulation, and generally are produced on specially polished dies with polished planchets. Proof is often referred to incorrectly as the condition of the coin - while proof coins are in fact usually in better shape than any circulated or uncirculated coin, that is not necessarily the case. Impaired proofs are proof coins that have damage to the surface, be it cloudiness, staining, scratches or nicks. Since a proof coin is legal tender, it can be spent, so it is possible (although uncommon) to have a proof coin with signs of wear.
What does proof mean on a US coin?
Proof refers to a coin that was produced with special care, generally for collectors. Such coins are struck more slowly, and with more force, than coins intended for circulation, and generally are produced on specially polished dies with polished planchets. Proof is often referred to incorrectly as the condition of the coin - while proof coins are in fact usually in better shape than any circulated or uncirculated coin, that is not necessarily the case. Impaired proofs are proof coins that have damage to the surface, be it cloudiness, staining, scratches or nicks. Since a proof coin is legal tender, it can be spent, so it is possible (although uncommon) to have a proof coin with signs of wear.
What does Pleidiol Wyf I'm Gwlad on a British One Pound coin mean?
These coins are still potentially in circulation so, unless they are part of a Proof or Uncirculated mint set or are individual Proof or Uncirculated coins and in absolute mint condition, they are worth One Pound. The expression "Pleidiol Wyf I'm Gwlad" is Welsh and is taken from the Welsh national anthem. It translates as "True am I to my country". It features on the edge of the 1985, 1990, 1995 and 2000 British One Pound coins.
What does proof mean in regards to coins?
A proof coin is made from a highly polished planchet (blank) and struck twice to produce a highly detailed relief. Proof coins are not put into general circulation.
How much is a George Washington dollar coin?
If you mean one of the brass coins currently circulating, they are worth only face value. If you are talking about a commemorative coin, please include the year of the coin and if it is a proof or uncirculated coin.
