Nickel Question

[billyg5955]

Is a 1970 s a proof coin, or even worth holding onto at all? thanksss Billl

 

[Immy]

Some are, but most aren't. Chances are yours is garden variety non-proof.

 

[billyg5955]

Some are, but most aren't. Chances are yours is garden variety non-proof.

thanks immy, if i am not troubling you too much to ask, how can i tell the difference, this coin is lightly circulated and still has a great shine too it?

 

[Immy]

If you've seen a proof before you're familiar with the mirror-like finish they have. Even circulated proofs still display some of it, but in areas less prone to wear. On a nickel, look for traces of this mirror finish in the letters, especially the "D" and upper part of the "R".

 

[billyg5955]

It has a nice shine too it and im gonna keep it as a variety, but by no means does it have the finish of a proof. thank you for your help, HH Bill

 

[Immy]

It has a nice shine too it and im gonna keep it as a variety, but by no means does it have the finish of a proof. thank you for your help, HH Bill

Any time Bill! Proofs also have sharp rims on both sides. Something else to check for.

 

[BBcardsRI]

Throw us a picture of it and we can tell you.

We have some nickel PROS around here. =)

~Dave

 

[billyg5955]

Throw us a picture of it and we can tell you.

We have some nickel PROS around here. =)

~Dave

i will do that sometime tomorrow. brother has my camera and i know how bad scans come out most of the time.

 

[treasurefiend]

at only 5 cents, just old on to it...