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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;BUncirculated, post: 1505354, member: 29581&quot;]They&#039;re the same designs; however, as Doug pointed out they are not the same dies. </p><p><br /></p><p>The proof dies are prepared differently than the dies used to strike business strikes. The planchets used for proof coins go through a process that the planchets used for business strikes are not put through. </p><p><br /></p><p>Specifically, the proof planchets are placed in a drum with a mild cleaning solution mixed with water, and steel beads. They&#039;re then spun in that drum for about 20 minutes or so, and the steel beads are what gives the planchets a smooth, mirror finish. </p><p><br /></p><p>Business planchets don&#039;t go through that.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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