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New Member
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according to the Red Book, proof halves from 1953 are worth 200 dollars. This must be a proof, if so, is it worth 200$?    |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Looks like a proof to me. Make sure you hold it by the edges though, your hand can leave fingerprints on the surfaces which will decrease the value.
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New Member
 United States
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I don't know how to grade proofs... I know proofs at this time were philadelphia minted. And this one is. I just don't know how much it's worth and I don't wanna send it to PCGS or anyone
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Do you have a local coin shop where you can have this evaluated? Get it out of your palm and hold it by the edges!  to the CCF! |
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Bedrock of the Community
Australia
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Yes, it is. Proof and FBL.
My example is only a common 1963 proof, and not FBL.
Pity about the inconsistent toning.
It has detracted somewhat from eye appeal, and perhaps value as well.
Perhaps another poster may advise on how the toning in this case, affects the value.
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Rest in Peace
United States
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Yes it's a proof , by the way your holding it like that it's probably an impaired proof ,If so ;Not worth $200 .  |
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Bedrock of the Community
Australia
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I need some educating.
My 63 proof definitely does NOT seem to be FBL.
The OP's coin to my eye definitely looks to be FBL.
Question:
Were all of the '53 proofs FBL?
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Valued Member
United States
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I have a proof from '61 still in its proof set container (cheap plastic pockets with one pocket indicating its origin with a token), this one .. can't tell if its the image, is it scratched at the W and maybe has a lot of little scratches or just image quality...? I would give it an acetone or alcohol bath, get the body oils from touching off, and seal it up, even just one of those cardboard window holders. Regardless of its condition, its a great piece and you want to protect it against damage.
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09/28/2019 10:58 am
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Determining the value of a coin has many variables when assuming what it is worth. Sources such as Red Book are based on an average across known sales from auctions, dealers and the like. Sticking to the format, using Coin Values, in PF63 the average is $90 and $145 in PF65. Again, these are the average of what collectors have paid recently. My advice? Use the number as such when buying and selling. Determining grade may be done by investing in a book such as Photo Grade or Making the Grade. Accurate and precise photographs of each grade with description. Or you could opt for PCGS's website which is free. ANA member - PAN Member - BCCS Member There are no problems only solutions - the late, great John Lennon
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