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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;clembo, post: 281074, member: 8033&quot;]Although I am not a huge &quot;modern&quot; collector I prefer proofs in those series&#039; basically because I think they look sharper and the fact that I don&#039;t want to tie up too much money in modern.</p><p><br /></p><p>Going back into 19th century coinage (which I enjoy much more) I have no real desire for proofs. Why, because even though the mintages can be way low most still survive. They were originally bought to be preserved.</p><p>Business (circulation) strikes, on the other hand, were meant to be just that - circulated. Finding an example and especially a mint state example can be much more challenging.</p><p><br /></p><p>Of course one has to consider budget as well. If I drop $600 on a business strike it&#039;s a big purchase. Many times I could get the proof at the same price but I have noticed the business strikes tend to gain value more steadily.</p><p><br /></p><p>In short, I probably just threw a lot more variables into your question. Like others said. It&#039;s a personal preference and up to you.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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