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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Kirkuleez, post: 1671344, member: 36864&quot;]As most of you probably know by now, I am just addicted to proof coins.&nbsp; It just amazes me that the mint was able to produce such quality so long ago.&nbsp; Many early proofs are exceedingly rare, but the hunt has always been my favorite parts of doing a collection like this. I have been working on a proof type set for almost twenty years now, and I am happy to say that it is almost filled.&nbsp; You will have to forgive me for using the auction images, but my photography skills are simply deplorable.</p><p><br /></p><p>Here are the first of many to come, the odd types coins.</p><p><br /></p><p>My most recent acquisition is this stunning 1852 half cent.&nbsp; The image hides the lovely shades of indigo blue and lavender that cover the nicely mirrored fields.</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH]248464.vB[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p>Next is the proof only 1873 two-cent piece.&nbsp; This particular coin shows hardly any mirrored surfaces leading me to believe that it was a particularly late die state, but overall, a well struck example of this key date.</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH]248465.vB[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p>The classic three cent silver proofs will always be among my favorites.&nbsp; This particular example has one of the nicest cameos that I have ever seen and is surrounded by light maroon toning.</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH]248466.vB[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p>Perhaps the most simple design ever produced, the three cent nickels are a reminder that less can be more.&nbsp; This lovely 1878 has light shades of gold and blue making this proof only issue particularly attractive.</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH]248468.vB[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p>The half dime is always fun to explain to a non-collector, and made great charm bracelets when they were initially released.&nbsp; This nicely preserved 1870 displays a nice cameo and light peripheral toning.</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH]248469.vB[/ATTACH]</p><p><br /></p><p>Hope you enjoyed, much more to come.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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