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Proof Sets Values

Proof sets are a mainstay of U.S. coin collecting. These sets of high-quality, sharp-detailed coins have been created since 1936 with only a few lapses. Most proof sets are relatively inexpensive, but a few are much more popular with collectors due to limited runs or non-standard mints.

U.S. Mint Proof Sets – To Present

In 1950 the Mint began selling “Proof Sets.” These were wrapped in cellophane and mailed in a small cardboard box in hopes of keeping the coins together.

Mint Proof Set

A proof coin was once used to check dies and keep copies for the archives, but in they have become highly collectible. Proofs are produced using a particular process, and are not a grading condition.

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U.S. Mint Proof Sets – To Present

In 1950 the Mint began selling “Proof Sets.” These were wrapped in cellophane and mailed in a small cardboard box in hopes of keeping the

Mint Proof Set

A proof coin was once used to check dies and keep copies for the archives, but in they have become highly collectible. Proofs are produced

U.S. Mint Proof Sets – To Present

In 1950 the Mint began selling “Proof Sets.” These were wrapped in cellophane and mailed in a small cardboard box in hopes of keeping the coins together.

Mint Proof Set

A proof coin was once used to check dies and keep copies for the archives, but in they have become highly collectible. Proofs are produced using a particular process, and are not a grading condition.

U.S. Mint Proof Sets – To Present

In 1950 the Mint began selling “Proof Sets.” These were wrapped in cellophane and mailed in a small cardboard box in hopes of keeping the

Mint Proof Set

A proof coin was once used to check dies and keep copies for the archives, but in they have become highly collectible. Proofs are produced

U.S. Mint Proof Sets – To Present

In 1950 the Mint began selling “Proof Sets.” These were wrapped in cellophane and mailed in a small cardboard box in hopes of keeping the coins together.

Mint Proof Set

A proof coin was once used to check dies and keep copies for the archives, but in they have become highly collectible. Proofs are produced using a particular process, and are not a grading condition.