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Braques New Member United States 8 Posts	Posted 04/23/2024 03:42 am Can someone please tell me the difference between a proof and a satin finish and how to tell them apart Report this Post to the Staff

Dearborn Moderator United States 97685 Posts	Posted 04/23/2024 07:26 am Curious - how does your question here relate to the title headline? However, here is what I found on the different finishes. A proof coin is a special type of coin that is struck using a unique minting process to create a high-quality, highly detailed, and mirror-like finish A matte finish coin has a non-reflective, satin-like appearance on its surface. Unlike the traditional shiny and reflective surfaces of most coins, a matte finish coin has a smooth and subdued look, which gives it a unique and distinct appearance. The matte finish is achieved through a different minting process than the standard brilliant uncirculated (BU) finish. During the minting process for matte finish coins, the dies and planchets (blanks) are treated differently to create a less glossy and reflective surface. Satin-finish coins have a smooth, non-reflective surface that falls between a proof and a matte finish. Coins with a satin finish are often characterized with a smooth, even lustrous sheen that is less reflective than a proof coin. The process of creating a satin finish involves sandblasting the coin's surface with tiny particles to create a fine, uniform texture. This texture gives the coin a soft, muted appearance and reduces the reflective properties of the metal. Unlike proof coins, which have a mirror-like shine, or brilliant uncirculated coins, which have a standard, glossy finish, satin finish coins have a more subdued and elegant look. Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Edited by Dearborn 04/23/2024 07:30 am Report this Post to the Staff
Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 04/23/2024 11:12 am to the CCF! Report this Post to the Staff
IndianGoldEagle Bedrock of the Community United States 36844 Posts	Posted 04/23/2024 11:16 am Welcome to CCF. Dearborn gave a very good explanation. Report this Post to the Staff
SaturnD51 Valued Member United States 425 Posts	Posted 04/23/2024 4:58 pm Dearborn will diffidently steer you in the right direction. I can see my ugly face in a proof coin. Report this Post to the Staff
Errers and Varietys Bedrock of the Community United States 74846 Posts	Posted 04/23/2024 11:00 pm A very good explanation by Dearborn. Errers and Varietys. Report this Post to the Staff
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