sorry state

[craigy 362]

while the first silver proof peter rabbit was going for around a £1000 and had now settled down to around £500 the rest of the gang have not fared so well

 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=benjamin bunny silver proof 50p&LH_Complete=1&LH_Sold=1&rt=nc&_trksid=p2045573.m1684

[mrbadexample 985]

I wonder if the fact that it's hideous has any bearing? 

[craigy 362]

1 hour ago, mrbadexample said:

I wonder if the fact that it's hideous has any bearing? 

could be, 

[Unwilling Numismatist 505]

I can't abide those coins with colours on. The whole point of it being a silver proof is that it has a fabulous finish and is clearly silver.

I think too many people with "modern" ideas are being let loose in places where they really shouldn't be.

 

[Peter 615]

At least not artificially toned,that our US buddies tend to slobber over.

[mick1271 159]

How much were they originally from the Mint ?

 

[rpeddie 119]

think £60 each

[craigy 362]

the first potters were 55 then 60 as you say rpeddie

[1949threepence 3,366]

18 hours ago, Unwilling Numismatist said:

I can't abide those coins with colours on. The whole point of it being a silver proof is that it has a fabulous finish and is clearly silver.

I think too many people with "modern" ideas are being let loose in places where they really shouldn't be.

 

Couldn't agree more. There was one on here recently which looked like copper or bronze. Just looks odd.