SO what is the difference between a lincoln PR & MPL?
Realone
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I often seen lincolns like the 1915 Proof and then over here I see 1915 MPL's, are there differences I imagine?
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PR= generic abbreviation for any proof
MPL= specific abbreviation for a Matte Proof Lincoln (perhaps exclusively used on these boards and maybe across the street? I dunno.)
MPL = Matte Proof Lincoln.
starting in 1909 and continuing until 1916(17) and again in 1936 the Mint used a different die preparation technique. the result was a textured and almost luster-less appearance when the coins were struck. it is quite striking.
Are you saying all proof lincolns from 1909 thru 1916 are in fact MPL's?
That is correct
Pun intended?
A neat fantasy coin would would be a 1909-16 mirror proof Lincoln. I've never been interested in the D Carr restrikes but that would would certainly be a purchase for me.
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You can really se the surface texture on this image on my 1911MPL
Too bad they're so rare as to be kind of expensive.
Nice.
Too bad they're so rare as to be kind of expensive.
That seems to be a general Issue (see what I did there) for all the coins in our hobby lol.
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MPL's - Lincolns of Color
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Have any of you seen Carl Waltz Jr.'s book "A Study of Matte Proof Lincolns 1909 to 1916"?. It is the best I've seen at giving diagnostics to recognizing the coins. I just bought a copy and find it indispensable for knowing if the coin you are considering is a genuine proof. Business strikes pass as matte proofs often enough that it is a problem worthy of addressing. Carl's book will do the job for you. It also will show you how to identify which die pair your coin was made with.
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