An uncirculated coin is just that, never been spent or used in change, and should not have any evidence of circulation such as small dents, scratches, nicks and should have no signs of wear. All edges should be sharp and clearly defined.
The flat surfaces of the coin show any dents, nicks and scratches much more readily, and the lettering, design images and the edge of the coin will reveal any wear first.
A magnifying glass will help a lot.
Most issuing authorities will prepare sets of Mint Uncirculated coins each year in a suitable packaging to prevent any damage and to protect the coins from being handled.
A uncirculated coin has no wear at all, but may have contact marks.
On buffalo nickels, the easiest way to check if the coin is uncirculated when compared to a coin that is almost uncirculated or extra fine is to look at the horn on the buffalo on the reverse. On an uncirculated coin, it should have no wear at all, as the grades get lower the wear becomes evident.
Basic Answer: Uncirculated means unused, no signs of wear. It's best to have a coin dealer or collector look at the coin to determine this.
A uncirculated coin has not been used so it will not have any wear (or dirt) at all. You can also go on-line and find one of the many coin grading sites.
A uncirculated coin has not been used so it will not have any wear (or dirt) at all. You can also go on-line and find one of the many coin grading sites.
An uncirculated coin has never been used in everyday commerce, it will have no wear.
And uncirculated coin will not have any wear at all. The best thing to do is get a copy of the ANA Grading Standards.
To determine if your 1971 one dollar coin is uncirculated, look for signs of wear, such as scratches, nicks, or discoloration. Uncirculated coins will have a sharp, well-defined design with no wear marks. You can also compare it to images of uncirculated coins online or consult with a professional coin grading service for a more accurate assessment.
An Uncirculated $2.50 gold US coin is worth $425 in MS-60 uncirculated.
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.
A Mint issued uncirculated coin set has a current value of $8.00.
Uncirculated means that the coin has never been used. So if it shows any wear, it can't be uncirculated.