1981 United States Proof Set - 6 Coins Included
The 1981-S Proof Set contained the last Susan B. Anthony Dollar ever issued in the Proof Set. However, the design was resurrected in 1999 for one more year, but never issued in Proof Sets or Mint Sets. Like the 1979-S Proof Set, the 1981-S is found with two types of mintmarks "Round Top and Plato (Flat) Top", with the "Plato (Flat) Top" variety being considerably more valuable than the Round Top.
Each set contained six coins: One example each of the Lincoln Cent, Jefferson Nickel, Roosevelt Dime, Washington Quarter, Kennedy Half Dollar, and Anthony Dollar.
About the sets: All coins in the 1981-S Proof Set were intended to have a Cameo or Deep Cameo Finish.
The coins in the 1981-S Proof Set come with two distinctly different mintmarks, known as Type 1 and Type 2. The Type 1 variety (or "Round Top" variety) is actually a worn version of the "Plato (Flat) Top" Type 2 variety of 1979, which had deteriorated by 1981. On the Type 2 variety, the mintmark is clearly defined, and the serifs are separated from the diagonal stroke of the "S". Of the two varieties, the Type 2 "Plato (Flat) Top S" is the more desirable. The most valuable 1981-S Proof Sets are those in which all of the coins are of the Plato (Flat) Top S variety; the value of partial sets drops dramatically, depending on the number of "Plato (Flat) Top S" coins in the set. The Dollar and Cent Type 2 carry the biggest premium.
Mintage: 4,063,083 sets
Original packaging: The coins of the 1981-S Proof Set were placed in individual holes in a red plastic insert, then sealed in a two-piece, clear plastic case. The clear plastic case containing the coins slid into a molded, black plastic frame, with the raised silver letters "UNITED STATES PROOF SET" for storage. For display purposes, the frame served as a base for the case containing the coins, which fit into a slot in the frame. A black card slipcase, imprinted in silver with the words: "United States Proof Set • 1981", protected both the case and the frame.
Condition Disclaimer: All items are sold “As-Is” and most items are used collectibles and antiques. We will do our best to describe the item(s) condition.
Shipping Disclaimer: Items are shipped using a major carrier usually within 5 business days after receipt of payment. Shipping charges are calculated at payment time. Click Get Estimated Shipping & Handling to get the estimated shipping cost for this item. Shipping carriers determine rates based on the size of the box, except for small Flat Rate items and Media Mail.
· Most items ship UPS Ground Shipping.
· USPS Flat Rate boxes and envelopes are used whenever possible to reduce shipping costs.
· Orders ship within 2-5 business days of payment.
· When applicable you can combine shipping on multiple orders.
· You will be prompted to combine orders when paying for your orders.
o If you are not prompted, but believe items may reasonably be combined for shipping, contact us by email or phone at (909) 325-2585 prior to purchase.
o We reserve the right to deny combined shipping.
Returns and Refunds
Contact us by email or phone at (909) 325-2585 or SallyAnns114@gmail.com with item issues and/or refund request. Please read ALL circumstances under which we will consider a refund.
All Returns must have prior approval.
Return/refund requests must be made within seven (7) days of receiving the item, and items approved for return must be shipped back within seven (7) days of approval.
Approved return orders will be refunded the amount paid for the item (excluding shipping and handling) less a restocking fee of 25%. All items must be returned in its original listed condition. Items that have been altered will not be refunded.
Items damaged during shipping (paid by buyer) will need to file a claim with the carrier. We will provide all necessary information available, such as the condition prior to carrier possession.
Local Pickup - Schedule an appointment
We offer pick-up by appointment only. Email: SallyAnns114@gmail.com in the subject line, “Pick-Up Appointment”.
All orders must be paid for through the website prior to scheduling a pick-up appointment. Bring a Photo ID and your order number. If someone else is pick-up for you, please reference that in your pick-up appointment request.
