Cameo (coinage)


In coin grading, cameo is the amount of contrast between the relief and field. Cameo is usually seen on proof coinage, with the relief featuring a frosted finish and the field being mirror-like.

Reverse cameo

In 2006, the United States Mint issued the first "reverse proof" coin. The coin, a variety of the American Silver Eagle, features a reverse cameo finish, where the relief is mirror-like and the field has a frosted appearance. Since then, the mint has produced numerous reverse proof coins for various occasions.