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1964 Kennedy Half Dollars

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Can someone please tell me the difference between a proof and a satin finish and how to tell them apart
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 Posted 04/23/2024  07:26 am  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add Dearborn to your friends list Get a Link to this Reply
Curious - how does your question here relate to the title headline?
However, here is what I found on the different finishes.
A proof coin is a special type of coin that is struck using a unique minting process to create a high-quality, highly detailed, and mirror-like finish

A matte finish coin has a non-reflective, satin-like appearance on its surface. Unlike the traditional shiny and reflective surfaces of most coins, a matte finish coin has a smooth and subdued look, which gives it a unique and distinct appearance.

The matte finish is achieved through a different minting process than the standard brilliant uncirculated (BU) finish. During the minting process for matte finish coins, the dies and planchets (blanks) are treated differently to create a less glossy and reflective surface.

Satin-finish coins have a smooth, non-reflective surface that falls between a proof and a matte finish.
Coins with a satin finish are often characterized with a smooth, even lustrous sheen that is less reflective than a proof coin.

The process of creating a satin finish involves sandblasting the coin's surface with tiny particles to create a fine, uniform texture. This texture gives the coin a soft, muted appearance and reduces the reflective properties of the metal. Unlike proof coins, which have a mirror-like shine, or brilliant uncirculated coins, which have a standard, glossy finish, satin finish coins have a more subdued and elegant look.
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to the CCF!
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 Posted 04/23/2024  11:16 am  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add IndianGoldEagle to your friends list Get a Link to this Reply
Welcome to CCF. Dearborn gave a very good explanation.
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Dearborn will diffidently steer you in the right direction. I can see my ugly face in a proof coin.
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A very good explanation by Dearborn.
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