Proof Coin question

[Lazarus Long]

I've always wondered where single (graded) proof coins come from? I grew up thinking proofs always came in sets. I just started collecting graded coins about a year ago and realized you didn't have to buy a proof "set."

 

So do dealers break the sets and have the individual coins graded?

 

I have noticed that Pf 70 UC coins command a significant premium over the Pf 69s, so I'm guessing the percentage of Pf 70s is quite low out of the entire proof population of a particular coin. I'm referring to proofs made within the last few decades.

 

[MarkFeld]

So do dealers break the sets and have the individual coins graded?

Yes, as do collectors.

 

I have noticed that Pf 70 UC coins command a significant premium over the Pf 69s, so I'm guessing the percentage of Pf 70s is quite low out of the entire proof population of a particular coin

You guess correctly, though the distributions of coins graded 70 can vary considerably for different years and types.

[Coindude]

Sometimes it seems that the 69's are more rare than the 70's! But yes, Mark is correct on both questions you asked.

[bsshog40]

You're soo smart Mark!! You can always depend good info here!!! (thumbs u

[rrantique]

Welcome Nik

[michael]

welcome to the boards

 

mark feld gave great answers!

[Old Pueblo]

Warm Greetings Lazarus

You'll find excellent analysis and opinions here as I have over the last year.

 

 

[Lazarus Long]

Thanks everyone. Lots of good info.