Ikes: Do I have this right?

[apush]

I need to add a 1973-S Ike Proof to my collection. Looking at the Red Book (2010), I see the following:

"1973S, Silver Clad . . . (1,013,646) . . . 1,883,140 . . . . "

Is the first number the amount of silver proof coins minted while the second number refers to the number of silver (non-proof) coins minted?

While viewing ebay I have noticed that the 1973-S (Brown) is somewhat higher in cost/premium as compared to the 1971,1972, & 1974.

Just want to be a bit more informed. Thank you for any input or pearls of wisdom.

apush

 

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[Diver_Down]

Correct, APUSH. First mintage is the proof (Brown Pack Ikes), and the second mintage is the business strikes (Blue Pack Ikes). The 73 S Ike will be higher as the supply is limited compared to other years. The Mint in all their wisdom flooded the market initially with a hefty premium. Soon after, the secondary market sustained lower prices than what the customers originally paid from the Mint. Consequently, customers took a loss and didn't eagerly want to take another loss in subsequent issues. The result is that fewer were sold and carries a higher premium, today.

 

[apush]

Thank you as always Diver_Down.

apush