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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. 

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.  
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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1950 Proof Set of U.S. coins in a blue holder.

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
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.  
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.
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
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.

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