[Nebraska-students] How to Buy Braille Coins

[KD Rieken]

Thanks, Ryan. I was wondering that myself.
Kayde

On 4/22/09, Ryan Strunk <r_strunk at hotmail.com> wrote:
> Hi Hannah,
>
> The Uncirculated are slightly less glossy and shiny. They're
> typically--though not always--of slightly lesser value to collectors than
> the proof version. The proof version, on the other hand, is double stamped
> and has a mirror finish. Visually, they're quite appealing and if you can
> keep them clean, the collectors may thank you greatly one day.
>
> What we've been telling people is that if they want a coin that they can
> carry around in their pocket and show to others, they should pick up an
> Uncirculated coin. If they want one they can keep tucked safely away for
> future generations, they should buy a proof version. It is possible to pry a
> proof coin out of its capsule and touch it a lot, but then you have to keep
> in mind things like how to wash the coin after, how to handle the coin to
> minimize damage, etc.
>
> If you wanted, you could also do the really fun thing and buy one of each!
> This assuming you're one of those rare, rich college students.
>
> I hope this helps.
>
> Ryan
>
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> [mailto:nebraska-students-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Hannah Lindner
> Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 9:36 PM
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> Subject: Re: [Nebraska-students] How to Buy Braille Coins
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> This may sound silly, but could someone explain what exactly the difference
> is between "proof" and "uncirculated"?
> Thanks,
> Hannah L
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>> Dick Davis, from our Minnesota Affiliate has written some
>> instructions on ordering Louis Braille Commemorative Coins from the
>> U.S. Mint.  The price of the coins goes up on Monday April 27th
>> so buy now!
>>
>> Dave
>>
>> How to order Braille coins from the U.S. Mint
>>
>> Online:
>> Go to: catalog.usmint.gov
>> In left hand column select commemoratives.
>> 3 choices: proof, uncirculated, uncirculated with easy open capsule
>> Select your choice and order.
>>
>> By phone:
>> Call 800-872-6468 (800-usa-mint)
>>
>> Prices before and after 5 p.m. EDT on 4/27:
>> Uncirculated with (or without) easy open capsule: before - $31.95
>> after - $33.95
>> Proof: before - $37.95 after - $41.95
>> Shipping costs - about $5.00
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