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What's So Special About The 1952 Proof Set?

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jbuck
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When it comes to proof sets for the year you were born I might have it the worst. I was born in 1983.
Bad for mint sets, yes, but not for proof sets.
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Being an old man born during the war years I only have to worry about getting 15 coins, and none of them are extra special. However the good looking ones are always expensive to look at.
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My current proof set collection begins in 1953. Considering an extension of my collection back to 1950.
Am seeing plenty of 1952's in Capital plastic holders, numerous offerings in the OGP box format, and several TPG graded sets. . .the graded sets have sequential serial numbers on the slabs-- a good indication the five coins were submitted as a package.
Any thoughts on graded / certified vs. OGP / after market holders ? Seems apparent the condition of the set will dictate the price.
Thanks. Have a good Labor Day.
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For the 1950s proof sets, I prefer OGP.
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I have no 1950s proof sets, so I am not sure what I would prefer.
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Not many were produced and most of them have been separated for individual coins. I still have this one. I should probably sell it, just sitting around for decades now.

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I still have this one.
Excellent!
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I have silver proof sets from 1950 to date. My 1950, 1951, and 1952 are in a three year capitol plastic holder. with considerable multi toning on the 1952 silver coins.

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Nice examples, muddler!
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Very nice, muddler. Thank you for sharing the photos.
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Muddler and BadThad, thank you for sharing. It is always nice to see a nicely toned Franklin.
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here is my 1952 set:
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here is my 1952 set:
Excellent!
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Opted for a 1952 set in a Capital Plastics holder (which needs to be replaced):

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Nice proof sets!
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