RnCJ

I've only this year gotten interested in coins, so I don't have much of a coin collection. It all started when I noticed something on the back of a Jefferson Nickel I had never seen before - a big 'P' at the top. That started the curiosity and it hasn't really stopped since. Most of you probably knew I'm talking about a War Nickel, but if you didn't, it makes for an interesting read.

So far, I'm interested in Jefferson and Buffalo Nickels, Morgans, and some foreign coins. I've since bought a couple Morgans, a set of War Nickels, a couple Japanese and American proof sets, and a few other miscellaneous coins. A buddy of mine also recently bought me an NGC MS63 1881 S Morgan for my birthday (good friend, I know). I have the Red Book and the Whitman Morgan and Buffalo/Jefferson Nickel books, as well.

I'll post a picture of one of my newest acquisitions. What do you all think? Since I'm posting the pictures, I should ask how people take really good photos of their coins? I simply used a scanner, but is there a better method with a digital camera, offset lighting, etc?

Thanks for a great site.

Rob

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Tater

Welcome to CT RnCJ. That looks like a nice Morgan you have posted. Do a search on how to scan or take pics of coins. It has been discussed more than once and there is some good information out there.

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Welcome to CoinTalk. Ditto on the search thing. There are some Members here that take fantastic pics of their coins.

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RnCJ

Thanks everyone. I'm really happy I found this forum. There is so much good information on here. I've got a lot to read.

I have a question about grading coins. I recently joined PCGS and I wanted to send this Morgan to be graded. I have the mylar flips PCGS sells, but I wondered if I put the raw coin in the flip, or if I could put the plastic case it is in inside the flip for more protection? The case is an 'Air Tite' holder the dealer gave me when I bought the coin. The coin seems to be very secure in the holder.

Second part of the same question is do I have to submit the package via registered mail, or would Priority Mail with insurance be allowed and sufficient? PCGS recommends registered mail, but I live on an Army base overseas and I believe Registered mail can take some time to arrive (I will check with the Post Office to be sure). Lastly, can I ship this Morgan to PCGS in a bubble-wrap lined envelope, or does it have to go in a box. This envelope is another reason I'm asking about sending in the Air Tite holder instead of only in the flip.

Thanks again.