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The Franklin Mint: Glossary

Entries for letter: b
Blank
  1. The formed piece of metal on which a coin design will be stamped.
Brilliant Uncirculated or BU
  1. Term used to describe a coin intended for circulation without wear and in original state as produced by the issuing Mint.
Bullion Coin
  1. A legal tender coin that trades at a slight premium to its precious metal value. Can be Silver, Gold or Platinum.
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
  1. United States government agency that produces paper money for the U.S. and some other countries.
Bust
  1. Portrait on a coin, usually the head or head and shoulders.