Proof Coins Sets
Proof
coins are manufactured by striking specialized planchets at least twice by
using polished dyes. This procedure results to a coin which has frosted details
and highly mirrored surface. Generally, these coins are minted for, and sold to
avid coin collectors. These proof coins were from ‘proof sets’ which usually
came in a square box.
The 1954
Proof Set has tissue-covered cellophane holders that individually hold the
proof coins. In 1955, the proof sets with cellophane holders were wrapped in a
brown envelope. From 1965-1957, Special Mint Sets (40% silver) were minted as a
substitute for proof sets. The 1965 set was in a white envelope (unsealed), the
other sets minted in 1968 onwards were in boxes with plastic holders.
