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What is value of the two 1969 Proof Kennedy Halves one frosted head and one polished head?
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approximately $8 each
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Why are coin sets called proof sets?
Proof sets are coins which have been struck on special polished blanks with special polished dies. They are not intended for general circulation and are made for collectors. The details on the coins are much more defined and the luster of the coins gives them a mirror like surface. Recent proofs have a "frosted" appearance on certain elements of the design.
What does minted in proof condition mean?
A "Proof" or "Proof - Fleur Du Coin" coin is one that is struck on specially prepared and highly polished dies. After the coin is struck, it is hand polished to give a mirror like finish. Most modern "Proof" coins have the highlights frosted to give a good contrast. "Proof" coins are made from the same metal as general circulation coins, but are often also made from silver or gold. "Proof" coins are worth a good deal more than their face value and are intended as a souvenir or investment.
What is a 1964 Kennedy half dollar proof set worth?
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Whats a proof coin?
A proof coin is a coin that is struck on specially prepared blanks by specially prepared and polished dies and is usually struck at least twice to make sure the coin strikes up fully. When looking at a proof coin, there usually are mirror-like fields (parts of the coin that are left blank) and on most modern proofs the design looks "frosted" (although, some earlier proofs do not have this "frosted", cameo look to them). The best way to be able to distinguish between proof, uncirculated and polished (keep in mind that polished coins are NOT desirable to collectors and is considered to be damaged!) is to go to your local coin and bullion shop and compare them. It is quite hard to describe in words how the 3 coins look different, but after studying the 3, they all look quite different.
Who made a reverse proof Kennedy half dollar?
The First Commemorative Mint is a known supplier of altered coins of this type. The coin is a genuine Kennedy Half Dollar that was struck by the U.S. Mint. A technological enhancement gives the background a distinctive frosted appearance and the high relief images have a mirrored Proof-like appearance.
What is the value of 1776-1976 kennedy half dollar with S mint mark?
The San Francisco Mint struck 3 different bicentennial Kennedy halves. A copper-nickel proof, 40% silver proof and a 40% silver uncirculated coin. The C/N proof is $1.05, both 40% coins have the same value of $6.00.
What does a coin with polished planchets look like?
Polished planchets are intended for Proof coins
Kennedy half dollar value?
All non-proof Kennedy halves made after 1970 are simply worth $.50 in most cases. From 1965-1970 Kennedy halves had 40% of silver in them which is worth at the time of writing $4.04, Kennedy halves dated 1964 are 90% silver and worth $9.80 at the time of writing.
What is the value of a 1995 Kennedy half dollar?
All circulation halves 1971 and later are cupronickel rather than silver and are worth face value if you found it in circulation. Urban legends notwithstanding, NO silver Kennedy halves were made for circulation after 1970. If you have an uncirculated one, its value could be anywhere from 75¢ to as much as $18 depending on quality. A 1995 proof halves are surprisingly expensive. Clad ones sell for $15 to $18, while a silver proof is in the range $47 to $60.
What is proof strike?
A proof coin is struck using specially polished dies and usually on a specially prepared blank and often struck twice (or more) to make sure that all designs are fully struck up. On a good proof strike, the fields of the coin (the parts of the coin with no design) will be mirror like while the design of the coin will have a "frosted" appearance.
Are there any rare 1976 bicentenial Kennedy half dollars?
There are no extraordinarily scarce circulation-quality Kennedy halves. Too many have been made too recently, and there are no known errors or significant varieties. The highest value JFK halves are silver matte proof issues from the 1990s (called SMS, not to be confused with Special Mint Set halves from 1965-67) that retail in the $150 range.
What is proof minted in Perth?
A "Proof" or "Proof - Fleur Du Coin" coin is one that is struck on specially prepared and highly polished dies. After the coin is struck, it is hand polished to give a mirror like finish. Most modern "Proof" coins have the highlights frosted to give a good contrast. "Proof" coins are made from the same metal as general circulation coins, but are often also made from silver or gold. "Proof" coins are worth a good deal more than their face value and are intended as a souvenir or investment. Most mints produce a variety of "Proof" coins in various denominations each year, mostly in "Proof" coin sets.
