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What does Uncirculated and Proof mean when referring to coins?
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.
What is the difference between circulated uncirculated and proof?
Circulated means the coin has been handled and used. Uncirculated is a coin that hasn't been spent, and is often fresh from a bank roll. Proof is a special strike technique resulting in an extra clean and shiny finish to the coin, and is made specifically for collectors.
What is the value of a 1981 Kennedy proof half dollar coin?
It would depend on if the coin was released as a proof coin (very shiny and looks mirror like, with an "S" mint mark) or an "uncirculated" coin and the general condition of the coin. A Proof coin, depending on blemishes (or lack there of) and if it is a Type I or Type II, can get between $7 and $65. An uncirculated coin that has never been in someone's pocket, touched or scratched can get between $2 and $750. In any case, if the coin has been touched or damaged, spend it for the face value.
How do you find out the proof grade on a 1986 uncirculated American eagle silver dollar?
A proof grade can not be given to a uncirculated (Mint state) coin. The term Proof is actually refers to a method of manufacturing, not a grade. But proof coins are identified by the by a prefix of PF before the grade and mint state are MS
What is a 1957 silver dime worth?
About $1 for the silver content unless it is a proof or very high-grade uncirculated coin.
What is the current value of a 1986 liberty silver dollar proof that is uncirculated?
If the coin has an "S" mintmark it's Proof, if not, it's the uncirculated version. Current average retail value for a Proof coin is $40.00 Uncirculated is about $29.00.
How much is a uncirculated 2002 American siver eagle coin with proof worth today?
Well, an uncirculated one would sell for whatever 1 ounce of silver is selling for, today about $27. However you say with proof, I'm not sure what that means, if you mean it has some sort of certificate of authenticity or it is a proof coin. A proof coin will have mirror like fields (parts of the coin with no design) and an uncirculated coin will have shiny, but not mirror like fields. A proof coin is more expensive and would sell for around $70.
What is a 25 cent Canadian coin worth 1991?
If the coin is a Proof coin it is worth about $20 USD. If it is not a proof coin and is uncirculated it is worth about $12 USD. (2/28/2010)
What is the value of a 1978 Eisenhower coin?
If it's not a uncirculated or proof collectors coin in the mint package spend it.
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.
What is the value of a 2012 Australian Diamond Jubilee 50 cent coin?
These coins have only just been released into 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 50 cents. If you have a Proof coin or an Uncirculated mint condition coin, they are worth whatever you just paid for them.
Is a proof coin more valuable than a regular coin?
Usually. A coin in Proof condition is almost always more valuable than the same coin in Uncirculated condition, but exceptions do exist.
How much is a USO silver dollar worth?
Current retail values for this coin are $15.00 for the uncirculated coin and $20.00 for the proof coin
What is the value of 1979 one dollar coin?
Face value unless it is uncirculated or a proof.
2000 dollar coin?
The coin is still found in circulation today and it's $1.00 unless it's proof or uncirculated.
What does Uncirculated and Proof mean when referring to coins?
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.
How do you tell if your American silver eagle is a pf70 or not?
You can't unless you pay the $20+ to send your coin to NGC/PCGs even under magnification the ordinary person cannot tell the difference between a pf69 and pf70 coin. Of course, it is easy to tell if your coin is uncirculated or proof, a proof silver eagle will have very shiny, mirror like fields that are easy to see yourself in. An uncirculated silver eagle will be shiny, but won't be mirror like. Also, the raised part of the coin will look frosted on a proof coin but not on an uncirculated coin.
