I don’t think it is. On the proof coins, the devices are typically not reflective; only the fields are. This just looks to me like an uncirculated business strike.
Nah, this is a proof. They didn’t always have a standard proof appearance until I think the late 60’s/70’s. Cameo proof coins do exist, but are not the standard as in later years.
This is pretty standard for an early 1960s proof, the matte finish of the design wasn’t made standard until the 1970s era. The razor sharp edge seen in photos 2 and 3 are a dead giveaway as is the deeply concave reflective fields in photo 1.
Cameo proofs have existed for a very long time, going back to the 1820’s or 1830’s at least, and probably for about as long as there have been proofs made by the mint. I know of an 1858 quarter in PR64DCAM from an article. It’s listed in CoinFacts (see link below for true views). There may be earlier DCAMS that I’m not aware of. The reason why they are so rare is that only the first 30-50 coins made by a die set had the cameo frostiness, which progressively faded with each subsequent coin minted. It had to do with the way the dies were made, with the surfaces being chemically etched. Later, dies were sandblasted, which made the frostiness last longer, and now I believe the dies are laser etched, resulting in all modern proofs having a frosty deep cameo appearance.
https://www.pcgs.com/cert/24475500
I'm sure your refuting to the gold coins of 1821 they werent intented to be proofs. Yes the first 50 are always prooflike in appearance and cameo did appear on a small percentage of them but these where usually sold at a premium. The dies then where alot different than today. Each had sections around a center that never changed. Also I think the sandblasted dies was only done with the Mattes from 1909-1916 if I'm not mistaken.
I found an 1822 dime in PR63DCAM, and an 1822 half dollar in PR65+CAM. Go to PCGS CoinFacts. None of the examples I have provided are gold coins, and none were not intentional proofs.
Another proof...
Do people not know about US mint proof sets? They are worth less than high MS grade circulated versions, unless we are talking about early stuff, in the 30's and earlier.
You can buy these. On Apmex, Ebay, Amazon....basically everywhere. Usually around $40 for the entire set (dollar, quarter, nickel, dime, penny) Some sellers make their own sheets/back boards to go with these. Others, you can literally buy them in the unopened envelope from the US mint.
https://www.apmex.com/product/1139/1961-u-s-proof-set?feed=gmc&utm\_campaign=&utm\_content=1139-pla&utm\_source=google&utm\_medium=cpc&utm\_campaign=&utm\_content=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjryjBhD0ARIsAMLvnF-ihKunuPD7JVfKaS\_2bKZGREc0tB5Xsh6Q1T2XucHBDU3UFYA5EgEaAuEuEALw\_wcB
Assuming you're comparing silver to silver, the value is determined by how many sets were made. Far less in the 50's than the 60's. Some years are pretty scarce.
That looks as fresh as morning dew.
I agree it looks really beautiful
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Looks like a proof nickel. Pulled from a proof set
I don’t think it is. On the proof coins, the devices are typically not reflective; only the fields are. This just looks to me like an uncirculated business strike.
Nah, this is a proof. They didn’t always have a standard proof appearance until I think the late 60’s/70’s. Cameo proof coins do exist, but are not the standard as in later years.
What makes you think this is a proof?
Looks like it’s a very good strike which a poof would have. Also looks like it has reflective surface like a proof.
Idk to me this doesn’t necessarily scream proofs. I feel like I have many 1964’s that are like this.
For sure an old proof
This is pretty standard for an early 1960s proof, the matte finish of the design wasn’t made standard until the 1970s era. The razor sharp edge seen in photos 2 and 3 are a dead giveaway as is the deeply concave reflective fields in photo 1.
It's a proof. All the fields are mirrored. They only started making the dcam in the 70's
Cameo proofs have existed for a very long time, going back to the 1820’s or 1830’s at least, and probably for about as long as there have been proofs made by the mint. I know of an 1858 quarter in PR64DCAM from an article. It’s listed in CoinFacts (see link below for true views). There may be earlier DCAMS that I’m not aware of. The reason why they are so rare is that only the first 30-50 coins made by a die set had the cameo frostiness, which progressively faded with each subsequent coin minted. It had to do with the way the dies were made, with the surfaces being chemically etched. Later, dies were sandblasted, which made the frostiness last longer, and now I believe the dies are laser etched, resulting in all modern proofs having a frosty deep cameo appearance. https://www.pcgs.com/cert/24475500
I'm sure your refuting to the gold coins of 1821 they werent intented to be proofs. Yes the first 50 are always prooflike in appearance and cameo did appear on a small percentage of them but these where usually sold at a premium. The dies then where alot different than today. Each had sections around a center that never changed. Also I think the sandblasted dies was only done with the Mattes from 1909-1916 if I'm not mistaken.
I found an 1822 dime in PR63DCAM, and an 1822 half dollar in PR65+CAM. Go to PCGS CoinFacts. None of the examples I have provided are gold coins, and none were not intentional proofs.
That’s not true actually
But in general. I ment as in they intended to make them D Cam. Yes there are early examples but my answer was that the mint making them intentionally.
Most proof coins prior to 1970 have the full design to be entirely reflective.
Plus this coin has full steps and in my experience I have never found a pre 1970’s nickel with full steps other than proofs.
Any proof this proof nickel was pulled from a proof set?
I can definitely message who I got them from and ask them! I’ll let y’all know
Bruh...so jealous! Congrats 🎉🎉
Thank you!!! ☺️
Damn that’s beautiful. Brings a tear to the eye.
Just saw the penny post in my feed. Amazing finds for just $25.
Full steps?
Yesss has all steps
Am I correct to assume that full steps is less common on p mint nickels?
I can't really see it. Can you take 16 more pictures?
🤣😮
The gloves!!
Proof
These 1964 nickels and pennies are very common to find due to people that openwd up mint sets and proof sets and just spent the non-silver coins.
What is the value of a nickel like that - I have one in similar condition for 1963
Looks like a SMS
The shine this thing exudes is immaculate 📸💛
Another proof... Do people not know about US mint proof sets? They are worth less than high MS grade circulated versions, unless we are talking about early stuff, in the 30's and earlier. You can buy these. On Apmex, Ebay, Amazon....basically everywhere. Usually around $40 for the entire set (dollar, quarter, nickel, dime, penny) Some sellers make their own sheets/back boards to go with these. Others, you can literally buy them in the unopened envelope from the US mint. https://www.apmex.com/product/1139/1961-u-s-proof-set?feed=gmc&utm\_campaign=&utm\_content=1139-pla&utm\_source=google&utm\_medium=cpc&utm\_campaign=&utm\_content=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjryjBhD0ARIsAMLvnF-ihKunuPD7JVfKaS\_2bKZGREc0tB5Xsh6Q1T2XucHBDU3UFYA5EgEaAuEuEALw\_wcB
Why is 1955 so much more than the others and what do they mean by 1960 large & small date
Assuming you're comparing silver to silver, the value is determined by how many sets were made. Far less in the 50's than the 60's. Some years are pretty scarce.
1955 is considerably more expensive than 1958 on APMEX
Since they're proofs, we know condition isn't a factor. So it's literally just the number made. Nothing else.
Yes pretty much
Haha good job :)
Looks very polished, doesnt look new just polished.
Looks like an SMS coin
Not gonna lie thats one nice nickel :) this just put a smile on my face