Collectors - Are proof coins perfect coins?

[tom10101990]

Advice from collectors please?

Are proof coins meant to be perfect and free from imperfections OR should I allow some tolerance when purchasing new coins from the Royal Mint?

 

[danmc82]

IMO all newly minted coins should be in perfect condition, however Proof coins should be free from any imperfections. I would not accept an imperfect proof. (To the naked eye)

[tom10101990]

Is this acceptable? Or should I return it?

[PortugueseStacker]

Imperfections in the "mirror" are unacceptable.

[tom10101990]

Update. I have sent images to royal mint and they have offered me an exchange. 

[danmc82]

54 minutes ago, tom10101990 said:

Is this acceptable? Or should I return it?

Hard to say with these images.

[tom10101990]

[GoldStatue]

100% get a replacement!

[tom10101990]

Anyone else had any issues with the 2022 sovereign?

[Chorlton]

The reason for buying a proof coin is the quality of production. Any concerns over this send it back for replacement or refund.

[dicker]

Just a bit of fag ash. Nothing to worry about 😉

[motorbikez]

I'd send that back pal.

[gji25]

@ dicker looks more like cigar ash imo 😂

[beacon]

Because of the higher QC on proofs and the premiums, are would expect them to be near perfect. Hence, I'd send them back if there were any sort of misuse or scratches.