Why are so many more proofs on TT than MS coins?

GottaGetCoins

Should I include proofs in my type set or keep it MS?

291fifth

You need to be more specific about what you are trying to accomplish. What are your collecting goals? Just what are you referring to on TT?

merz2

You have to remember,the Proof coins were originally made for collectors.The Mint State coins weren't.
BTW,I think he was refering to TeleTrade Auctions.

GottaGetCoins

So does that make MS collecting more challenging? Yes Im referring to Teletrade Auctions

cladking

Some people prefer the proof and some prefer the uncs, and many like them both. The proofs
are much more common in higher grades generally since they were made in much higher num-
bers in high grades and they have been better preserved since they are seen by many as being
better quality and more valuable.

Demand plays a key roll in what one sees in the marketplace since these will be the coins which
are most easily sold. Also proof sets appear in larger numbers and much higher dollar volumn on
the market so their availability is much greater. The greater availability also makes stock somewhat
easier to replenish in many cases though it should be remembered that at the highest levels of
proof the coins can be extremely difficult to find.