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The method of manufacturing. Proof coins are specially made for collectors, distinguished by sharpness of detail, U. and S. and Treasury usually a mirror like surface and frosted design elements. Uncirculated coins are those coins produced for general use but not yet put into Notes circulation. They show U. no signs of wear, however, they may show "bag marks" S. or contact marks and may lack some luster. In the near date, the coin''s Treasury date Notes appears closer U. to the rim when compared to the far date or normal variety. This difference was created when S. the obverse design''s border was made wider, making the date appear closer to the rim.

Collectible coins should Treasury always be held by their edges between your thumb and forefinger. This will protect the surfaces Notes and design elements of the coins from the natural salts, acids and oils in fingers or U. palms which can be corrosive to coins over S. time. Treasury In fact, many experienced collectors prefer to use soft cotton Notes and U. and S. and Treasury gloves Notes when handling their coins. Holding your coin over a soft surface, such as a clean, dry towel is also a good idea. The soft surface U. is less likely to damage a dropped coin than a hard table or desktop. Cleaning is not recommended. Cleaning can permanently S. damage Treasury a coin''s surface, thereby reducing and possibly totally destroying its numismatic value. An expert can easily spot Notes a cleaned coin and will usually stay clear of it.

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