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Valued Member
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First off, is this a legit proof cent to you all? If so, how would you grade it and how can I tell if these 1950s style proofs are Cameo or not? It's hard to capture how the light dances across it. Kind of like a mirror.   |
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@hord, yes this looks proof to me. I also struggle to photograph super-shiny coins. Others will have to weigh in with a grade though.
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Bedrock of the Community
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Definitely a proof, but too much flashback to see surfaces clearly.  to the CCF! |
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Definitely a proof, but too much flashback to see surfaces clearly. Any advice on taking good pictures of proof coins? |
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Bedrock of the Community
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Looks legit. Would like to see an end-on pic of the rim--which should have a 'squared-off' appearance.
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Looks legit. Would like to see an end-on pic of the rim--which should have a 'squared-off' appearance Here is a rim pic comparing a normal uncirculated 1957P cent versus the proof. Never noticed the difference until you mentioned it.  Edited by Hordfest
04/14/2023 10:44 pm
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Agreed that is a proof strike coin.
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Bedrock of the Community
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very difficult photographing higher end proofs without professional equipment and lighting. tilting the coin just a tad so the reflection is not straight into the lens may help as well as no overhead lighting. some type of diffused lighting may also help.
if you can get any better photos the coin does look proof especially if the edge is squared off and I'm not seeing any flaws on this coin unless the light is hiding small marks. the thing is after you get past PF65 every little mark, chatter or discoloration on the coin will hold the grade back. to me the coin looks like it could be at least PF67
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Thanks guys. I have a total of 50 of these. They were in a jar loose, mixed with uncirculated 1950s pennies. I think at one point these 50 were likely in a tube or roll together. Was a nice surprise buying a jar of uncirculated Wheaties for $0.10 a piece and getting these mixed in. Glad to know they are legit. I'm going to try to pick the best few to maybe send off to PCGS to test my grading, assuming I begin to understand more about proof grading in general. Should I put these in a plastic tube? Or store then all individually? Not sure the best way to store proof cents.  Edited by Hordfest
04/15/2023 11:39 am
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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It is best to store proof coins like these in individual high quality 2x2 Mylar flips, high quality cardboard 2x2's or cent sized plastic capsules.
If not already damaged they eventually will be by continued handling and banging against other coins.
Nice hoard to find!
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Bedrock of the Community
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Okay I'll buy some more flips! Definitely want to keep them as nice as possible.
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Bedrock of the Community
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WOW, another nice proof! Looks to be at least PR65. Quote:
Thanks guys. I have a total of 50 of these. WOW! Unbelievable score for 10 cents each!!!  Get them all into their own 2x2's or, as I prefer, airtites. They shouldn't be clanking around with other coins. They are somewhat valuable! Rinse with acetone and Airtite FTW! Lincoln Cent Lover!VERDI-CARE™ INVENTOR https://verdi.care/
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04/15/2023 10:32 pm
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@BadThad Is acetone safe if I wanted to grade them? Have never used it. I put them into Mylar 2x2s for now and zipped them in a bag while my wife and I go on a cruise next week but will look into AirTites maybe for the better ones. Coin shop only had 20 2x2s in stock so I used each side of the flip for a coin. Hopefully that's okay. Do you know anything about CAM versus regular proofs in 1950s era coins? I know modern proofs have the really frosty features and mirror like fields, but from the images I can find about early proofs there seems to be no rhyme or reason.  Edited by Hordfest
04/15/2023 10:51 pm
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Bedrock of the Community
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some of your proofs could be worth as much as $50 each at retail if they grade 67. since these are in a roll the chance of a 67 is remote but at worst I would think $10 and $30 is probably where they will come in at. i would NOT store these in the plastic flip you are showing. I dont like them as moisture can develop depending on where they are stored and humidity. never good for coins airtights are much better and can be purchased pretty cheap in bulk online great find. here is what a CAM would look like. the devices will look frosted and stand out from the background, both sides must exhibit this  |
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@panzaldi a few of them are very very nice. But most of them have a few minor flaws. After my cruise I'll make sure to transfer them carefully to airtites then.
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