Proof coinage
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Proof coinage refers to special early samples of a coin issue, historically made for checking the dies and for archival purposes. In modern times, proofs are often struck in greater numbers, especiall
The oldest proof coin was made in 1662
Costa Rica 1897 20 colones (proof) from the first year of issue for coinage.
Decorative packaging for proof set: Reserve Bank of New Zealand; Royal Mint
1970 British proof set
Uncirculated coin
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The term uncirculated coin can refer to three things:
Proof coinage
…mint began producing "mint sets", and because of the terms used there is some confusion over the difference between these and proof sets. These are uncirculated coins that have been specially packaged, and are generally neither as expensive nor as valuable as proofs. There are some exceptions, however. Those produced…
A bag of 1,000 uncirculated US quarters and two $10 rolls containing 40 quarters.