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What is a Circulated, Uncirculated, and Proof Coin?

admin — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:02:18 +0000

If you are like me these terms were so foreign. But you must know them before you buy from a dealer, Ebay or the USMint. So, the USMint has a really cool page, one of many, that educates children about coins.

Ok, I know most of you reading this are not children. But, last year when I got into learning about coins I needed “children talk.” So, check out this really cool article explaining proof. circulated and uncirculated coins. Have fun!

Want to See a Kennedy Proof Coin in Circulation?

admin — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:27:25 +0000

Here is one of five (5) Kennedy Proof Half Dollars I found in circulation last week.

Someone probably opened some proof sets and spent them.

These coins look great. Notice the details that show because the strike is not a BUSINESS STRIKE but a PROOF STRIKE.

Notice that the mint mark is an S. That means it was minted in San Francisco.

Give Your Grandchild a Proof Coin From the Mint

admin — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 03:05:49 +0000

Consider giving your grandchild a proof coin from the US Mint as a present. Why?

They are made with different inks and strikes. They are beautiful.
They are an investment that will grow in value
They will not wear out like clothes and shoes

Consider purchasing the low mintage coins that were made this year. Coins like the new quarters and presidential dollars. Check out values quickly be looking at what is selling on Ebay.

For example, if you do a search on Puerto Rico Quarters, Proof, you will be surprised at what the bid and sales are for only one quarter.

Think about it.