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Nick

1950 brass threepence

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It is usually fairly easy to tell a proof from currency in the brass 3d series. I have one 1950 3d that I'm not certain about. I think it is a lightly toned proof, which makes it look a little like a well-struck currency version.

Are there any ways (other than the prooflike quality of the fields) to tell the two types apart?

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It is usually fairly easy to tell a proof from currency in the brass 3d series. I have one 1950 3d that I'm not certain about. I think it is a lightly toned proof, which makes it look a little like a well-struck currency version.

Are there any ways (other than the prooflike quality of the fields) to tell the two types apart?

The beading will often give it away. On a circulation coin, the angle of the edge can often be a little rough and contain a minute amount of spare metal whereas the proof will appear to be much better finished in this area.

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