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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.
How do you know if a 1951 British Five Shilling is Proof frosted or Fleur du Coin?
It should say so on the packaging it came in. A "Proof FDC" coin is struck with a specially prepared and highly polished die and the flat surfaces of the coin have a mirror like finish. A "Frosted" coin is a Proof FDC coin that has the raised parts of the design sandblasted of treated with acid to give a "Matt" appearance and make the raised design stand out against the mirror like finish of the flat surfaces. The extra work put into a Proof coin is reflected in the price you pay for it. They are always significantly more expensive than regular uncirculated or specimen coins. Pictures of a specific coin are difficult to come by. The coin shown in the related link below shows a "Proof" coin.
What is proof piedfort in silver FDC?
A "Proof" coin is one that is struck on specially prepared and polished dies. A "piedfort" coin is one that is struck on a planchet (or blank) of double thickness. "FDC" means "Fleur du Coin" and usually refers to a "Proof" coin that has been polished giving it a mirror finish. A coin described as "Proof piedfort in silver FDC" is a silver coin of double the usual thickness, struck on polished dies and the coin further polished, usually by hand. A "Matte" (or frosted) coin is one that has the highlights very finely granulated. This is often done to "Proof" coins so that there is a vivid contrast between mirror finish of the flat surfaces and the raised parts of the design. This is why such coins are usually much more valuable than their untreated counterparts. They are made almost exclusively for the collector market.
Was there a 1927 British Florin minted?
There were no 1927 British Florins minted for general circulation. There were 15,000 Proof FDC 1927 Florins minted featuring the new reverse design.
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.
How do I differentiate between types of 1953 British Crown?
There was only one type of 1953 British Crown minted, but it had three different finishes. The general circulation coin appears much as you would expect. The "Frosted VIP Proof" coin will have frosted highlights. The raised areas will be slightly dulled by sandblasting or etching of the die. The "Matt Proof FDC" coin is sufficiently rare that identifying one will not be an issue. The flat surfaces which are usually shiny, will be finely granulated.
Why do you never see any 1973 British copper coins?
Look harder. In 1973, Britain minted - * Two New Penny (Proof FDC) * One New Penny (Proof FDC) * One New Penny for general circulation * Half New Penny (Proof FDC) * Half New Penny for general circulation
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.
How do you identify a Matte Proof coin?
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. Any such coins are usually protectively packaged by the Mint and are sold at a price well above the face value of the coin.
How do you know if your coin is Matt proof fdc?
It would say so on the box or the packaging it came in. Alternatively, a Proof FDC coin is not intended for circulation and would have a very fine finish to the coin with none of the dents or scratches associated with general circulation coins. With "Matt" coins, the highlights or raised areas of the design, would have a finely granulated finish which would contrast with the mirror like finish of the flat surfaces.
How do you determine whether a 1937 Florin is Matt or not?
A "Proof" coin is the same as its general circulation counterpart, but is one that is not intended for general circulation and is very highly polished. They are sold at a price that reflects the work put into them. 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 British 1937 Florin (Matt Proof FDC) is of the highest rarity and only two are known to exist, being minted only for display purposes.
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.
