Question about a 1954 proof set in original packaging

Discussion in 'What's it Worth' started by jessash1976, Oct 5, 2012.

  1. jessash1976

    jessash1976 Coin knowledgeable

    Hi every one! I am thing about buying a 54 proof set in it's supposed "original packaging" I have apic of it and would love some in fo on it from you guys. 1954_USA_12542.jpg
     
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  3. jessash1976

    jessash1976 Coin knowledgeable

    I thought these sets had celophane type material between each coin
     
  4. BUncirculated

    BUncirculated Well-Known Member

  5. Treashunt

    Treashunt The Other Frank

    and hopefully still do
     
  6. green18

    green18 Unknown member Sweet on Commemorative Coins

    The coins weren't packaged loose like the picture shows. Each coin was in a cello type film attached to a hard card stock material with green tissue paper packing to soften the rough transit through the postal system. Hopefully, yours still has the right ingredients......
     
  7. mikenoodle

    mikenoodle The Village Idiot Supporter

    what is the seller asking for the set?

    The half looks oddly toned as does the dime
     
  8. Tom B

    Tom B TomB Everywhere Else

    The coins were originally packaged individually in cellophane (or something similar) squares that were then all stapled together to form a single bundle. Over time, the cellophane packaging often cracked or otherwise split to allow air transfer to occur faster on some denominations vs. others. Therefore, it is not unusual to find coins toned the way that some of these have toned. The box appears to be correct, but the cellophane is missing. No doubt the coins will not be sent to you loose, but will be otherwise protected.
     
  9. GDJMSP

    GDJMSP Numismatist Moderator

    Honestly, I wouldn't buy that. There are too many other sets out there that are still in complete original packaging - that one is not.
     
  10. jessash1976

    jessash1976 Coin knowledgeable

    That is the conclusion I have come to. thanks for the info guys
     
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