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For example, if I wanted to purchase a proof Liberty nickel in, maybe, 1898 or a proof Morgan dollar in, um, 1895, how much of a premium would I have to pay? Looking to go back in my time machine. Gotta be prepared. |
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Just remember that when you go back in time, you'll have to pay with coinage of that time period. No zincolns allowed, and no credit cards.  Also, I don't think the Mint actually sold proof coins to the general public back then; but I may be mistaken. I'm sure someone else here can give us the real scoop.  Edited by atticguy
06/21/2022 11:31 am
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I am not exactly sure either. I remember reading about how collectors could have just requested a proof to be made for them, or rarer examples set aside for them. Keep in mind, that was probably when there were just a handful big time collectors. Early to mid 19th century. I can't recall the source, so I could be mistaken.
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Bedrock of the Community
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Proof sets from the mint started at $1.89 then went to $2.10 .Then again to $5.00 . All depending on the dates which started in 1936 . 
In Memory of Butch L.
and Jim U. rest in peace .
Edited by T-BOP
06/21/2022 11:47 am
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As mentioned, sets started in 1936. Issue prices are listed in the Red Book. |
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I believe the OP is asking more on the side of 19th century proofs. All "modern" proof sets 1936-date original purchase prices are listed in the RedBook. |
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I recall running across correspondence in the mint records from that era, something like $1.25 for a $1.00 proof - don't quote me on that - but the premium was very small.
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I think @kbbpll had the information I was looking for, but all responses are appreciated. And @atticguy, if I went back to 1895 with an AU Morgan dollar and an XF Seated Liberty quarter, for $1.25, and the coins cost me about $75, it would definitely be worth buying the 1895 Morgan  |
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Yeah but for only the AU Morgan you could find a gem unc 1893-S and not worry about messing with the mint for a proof. Maybe for the 1804 it would be worth the hassle.
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The Red Book is a great resource - I get a new one every year (and keep the previous years for reference) |
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Posted 06/21/2022 11:37 am
