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Pillar of the Community
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I recently acquired two U.S. Proof Sets. A 1980 and a 1981. Are these silver coins in there? Did the Mint make both silver and clad proofs? Thanks for the info...I'm learning something everyday!
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Valued Member
United States
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I do not believe there were any silver proof sets made in those years.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Additionally, these two Proof Sets have actually "decresed" in value from their original issue price.
This is why many of us collectors buy these Sets and break them apart to put the coins into coin albums like Dansco.
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Valued Member
United States
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What were these 2 proof sets originally issued as? what are they priced at now?
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Pillar of the Community
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I see that there was a Type 1 and a Type 2 on the 1981 set...anyone know the difference? I see there is a big difference in price.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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The S punch for the mintmark was changed part of the way through the year, just like in 1979. Here is a link to photos of the SBA Type 2, it will be the same for all the 1981 proof coins. |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Additionally, these two Proof Sets have actually "decresed" in value from their original issue price.
This is why many of us collectors buy these Sets and break them apart to put the coins into coin albums like Dansco.
Not all of us. Some put them in our Whitman Classic Albums.  |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Thanks...see there you go...I've learned 3 new things in the last hour...break time for the brain. Thanks guys!
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Pillar of the Community
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First and foremost, there were no silver proofs in 1980 or 1981. There was something far more interesting minted in 81 which was the "Clear S" Suzi. 80 and 81 type 1 sets have decreased in value over the years from their issue price of $10 and $11 dollars respectively. The clear S has taken off to the moon and is retailing for around $300-$350.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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the 1980 was issued at 10 dollars and is now worth 10. and the 1981 is issued at 11 and is now worth 9.50. (I am using the RedBook 2009 so prices would be on the upper end) |
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I'm looking and still can't tell which type I have...of course luck says no way. The loupe I have isn't good enough or I am just wishing. I'll have to wait for more magnification later next week...thanks again!
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Posted 12/23/2010 3:25 pm
