What is the story behind the 1936 Satin finish vs Brilliant Proof

Discussion in 'Coin Chat' started by sweet wheatz, Feb 21, 2010.

  1. sweet wheatz

    sweet wheatz Senior Member

    I guess a mistake was made at the mint? Or was there a separate proof set. Why did they make the coin Satin?
     
    sweet wheatz, Feb 21, 2010
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    Sorry, I am talking about cents
     
    sweet wheatz, Feb 21, 2010
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  4. BadThad

    BadThad Calibrated for Lincolns

    I don't think it was a mistake. Just some are brilliant and some are satin. Most likely due to different preparations of the planchets.
     
    BadThad, Feb 21, 2010
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