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Pillar of the Community
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Well the difference of course is the circulated versus uncirculated I just don't quite remember exactly but possibly something to do with the condition/finish of the coins? Someone else will know I'm sure
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Pillar of the Community
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Another money grab by the mint !
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I am perplexed myself. If it hasn't left the mint yet, is it not uncirculated? I'm going to go off now and scratch my head.
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Pillar of the Community
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edited original reply...didn't notice the circulated vs uncirculated in the original post. I have my glasses on now.
Edited by Debrajc
09/14/2015 11:06 pm
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My understanding is that the uncirculated set contains coins that are struck with a bit more pressure and handled a bit more carefully; just like the coins in the mint sets.
The circulated coin set contains coins that are no different from all the others that are produced for circulation. They are no different than pulling a coin out of a bag or a bank roll; just saves people the effort of hunting.
Edited by icculus
09/14/2015 11:01 am
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Correct.
One is made just as they do all Uncirculated Mint Set coins. Higher pressure, slower speed, and special handling when done.
The other is just a set of coins taken from the normal business strike presses used for circulation release, no different than getting them from a fresh bank roll or bag.
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Pillar of the Community
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Thanks, I have seen a lot of nice coins come from rolls and bags.
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I will admit, I have been buying the cheaper Circulating Coin Set to fill my album. I do this because I like to fill holes those holes from circulation. However, the ATB Quarters are taking way too long to reach me that way. I feel this is a good compromise and they are certainly as good (or better) than what I have managed to pull from change. |
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I have some from both sets. There is a difference for sure. The circulating set is made with less love, it's a day and night difference. Both sets have merits depending on your collecting habits.
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