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Proof coinage refers to special early samples of a coin issue, historically made for checking the dies (as in demonstrating that something is true) and for archival purposes. In modern times, proofs are often struck in greater numbers, especially for coin collectors ( numismatists ). [ 1 ]
28 kwi 2023 · Proof coins are made specifically for coin collectors. Regular coins made for circulation (i.e. circulating coins) can also become collectible, but that's not their original intention. With proofs, the intention from the beginning is for the coins to be saved in collections.
13 sie 2019 · Proof issues are coins that are specially struck for collectors with highly polished dies and planchets. These coins traditionally feature frosted design elements and mirrored fields.
24 maj 2022 · A proof coin is a coin that is often minted for collectors. The coins are struck multiple times with polished dies. The results may include mirrored and frosted appearances, sharp details, and smoother fields.
29 cze 2022 · A Proof coin is a coin struck using a unique, high-quality minting process to produce coins, especially for collectors. Modern Proof coins often have mirror-like fields and frosted devices. Proof coins struck before the mid-twentieth century are usually distinguished only by their high-quality surfaces.
21 paź 2020 · Proofs – A Proof coin is made with a highly polished planchet struck by a specially prepared die. Some parts of the die may be sandblasted to impart a frosted finish on the devices to create a cameo contrast against the mirror-like fields or, alternatively, frosted fields and reflective devices.
18 lut 2024 · A proof coin is a coin that has been struck twice with special dies. The first strike is called the normal strike, and the second is proof. Both strikes are made on polished dies to produce mirror-like surfaces and sharper images than ordinary coins.
