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nickelsearcher Moderator United States 15392 Posts	Posted 01/20/2026 7:39 pm macmerury asked: Quote: I was wondering if any proof strike exist for each early commemorative coins? No - there are no official proof strikes across the coins in the classic commemorative series. That said, there are a few examples of classic silver commemorative coins that have recognized PL qualities on their surfaces. The 1938 New Rochelle (NY) half dollar is one such example. It is recognized and slabbed by both PCGS and NGC with an MS grade and PL qualifier. There are others as well - although I've never seen one in hand. Take a look at my other hobby ... http://www.jk-dk.art Report this Post to the Staff

howell1018 Pillar of the Community United States 717 Posts	Posted 01/20/2026 8:45 pm Here's what I know about New Rochelle.....Rob and Laura Petrie lived there. Yes, I'm a boomer. Report this Post to the Staff
Greasy Fingers Pillar of the Community United States 6997 Posts	Posted 01/21/2026 12:46 am Quote: The 1938 New Rochelle (NY) half dollar is one such example. It is recognized and slabbed by both PCGS and NGC with an MS grade and PL qualifier. Where would the SP (specimen) strikes fit in here...? Could they be considered proof....? Quote: 50 coins were struck in 1938 on polished planchets and polished dies, Report this Post to the Staff
psuman08 Pillar of the Community United States 1758 Posts	Posted 01/22/2026 09:43 am Quote: No - there are no official proof strikes across the coins in the classic commemorative series. Maybe not official proofs but they do exist. Known proofs include: 1928 Hawaiian - 50 Sandblast proofs 1937 Boone Half Dollar - P, D, and S Mints Matte proof Only one complete P-D-S matte proof set is known; it is possibly unique. Authentication by NGC and later PCGS confirms their matte proof status. Produced clandestinely at the Philadelphia Mint, likely for Chief Engraver John R. Sinnock, not as general public issues. 1922 Grant Half Dollar With Star - Matte Proof* 1938 New Rochelle Half Dollar - Specimen Finish *Grades recorded: SP64, SP66, SP66+, SP67 (PCGS/NGC examples appear in auction records) Edited by psuman08 01/22/2026 09:48 am Report this Post to the Staff
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