Comments on: What Are Proof Coins? What Should You Know About Them?

By: Robbie Isbell

Robbie Isbell — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 04:32:00 +0000

Is it possible that Proof coins could end up in circulation, say some kid decided to steal some coins and spend it on a soda by placing them in a vending machine, and it’s now in circulation. Would it still be accepted as legal tender?

By: Gerald Bonini

Gerald Bonini — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 01:33:07 +0000

I have bought a proof 69 ultra cameo set of silver eagles does this mean there is no pf69 on pf65 or what did I actually purchase. The set is 1986 to 2008 ultra cameo pr69 ngc certified.

By: Munze

Munze — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 20:42:41 +0000

There’s no such coin as a 1981 “American Eagle”. That name is given to large-size (40 mm diameter) coins containing 1 troy oz. of silver and minted for sale to collectors and investors, not for spending. The first “eagles” were released in 1986 and all feature the famous Walking Liberty design on the front.

My guess is that you have either a privately-minted piece or more likely a Susan B. Anthony dollar. An Anthony dollar is the same size as a current Sacajawea or Presidential dollar coin (26.5 mm) but shows an eagle landing on the moon on the reverse and a severe-looking portrait of Ms. Anthony on the front. 1981 SBAs were only released in mint and proof sets. The mint mark is by her shoulder on the left side of the coin – P, D, or S. There is only one variety of 1981 SBA dollar that has any significant value. The 1981-S Type 2 proof has a much clearer “S” than the more common Type I coin, often referred to as a “blob” mint mark because it’s so indistinct. 1981-S Type 2 dollars retail for upwards of $100 but unless you’re an experienced collector, identification should be made by an expert.

By: emma

emma — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:37:02 +0000

HELLO, HAVE ACQUIRED A 1981 AMERICAN EAGLE. WHERE IS THE MINT MARK AND CAN IT POSSIBLY BE A 1981-S WHICH IS HIGH IN VALUE? THANK YOU emma

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