Nick Posted February 28, 2011 Posted February 28, 2011 It is usually fairly easy to tell a proof from currency in the brass 3d series. I have one 1950 3d that I'm not certain about. I think it is a lightly toned proof, which makes it look a little like a well-struck currency version.Are there any ways (other than the prooflike quality of the fields) to tell the two types apart? Quote
Red Riley Posted February 28, 2011 Posted February 28, 2011 It is usually fairly easy to tell a proof from currency in the brass 3d series. I have one 1950 3d that I'm not certain about. I think it is a lightly toned proof, which makes it look a little like a well-struck currency version.Are there any ways (other than the prooflike quality of the fields) to tell the two types apart?The beading will often give it away. On a circulation coin, the angle of the edge can often be a little rough and contain a minute amount of spare metal whereas the proof will appear to be much better finished in this area. Quote
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