Coin Terminology and Glossary

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Random title: BM
Explanation: The designation BM refers to 'Branch Mint,' meaning any US Mint other than Philadelphia. You will usually find this designation used to describe Branch Mint Proof coins, such as the 1879-O BM Proof Morgan dollar, 1893-CC BM Proof Morgan dollar, etc

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Slabbed Coins 23776 5.66%
BN 23360 5.56%
Encapsulated Coin 22302 5.31%
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Ultra Cameo (UCAM) 17414 4.14%
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Rarity 16643 3.96%
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Reverse Cameo 14742 3.51%