From what I see toned SLQ don't get much love, am I wrong on that assumption? Anyone have any high grade SLQ toner pics?
I've seen some high grade toned SLQ's on this site, probably in the post a coin thread of the same date or denomination.
They don't get much love because they are expensive. And toned SLQ's are extremely expensive. I am not telling what I paid for this one.
That's a stunning SLQ Gypsy. Lehigh's toned SLQs are beautiful as well. Here's one I've got, I collect them in circulated grades, so the toning is not quite as spectacular, but I like the natural toning that happens on SLQs as a result of circulation. This 17 S Type II has the coveted SH(Smooshed Head) designation. BTW rld14, that 28 S is sweet!
Just checked mine and they're all blast white (I'm not into toned coins). I only have 3 for my type set. Just an impression, but as an issue SLQ's are not high on the popularity list. I suspect that's mostly because it's not a long set but there are 6 coins that exceed $500 each if you go with XF. (I looked at XF because that's a happy medium of price and detail.) Of course the monster is the 1916. And I not including the overdate.
They are a challenging series to put together, no doubt about it. I'm still trying to complete my set in VF-XF. Even in those grades, you have to be patient for the right coin to come along. But therein lies the fun!
Stunning coins all. I think SLQs are one of the most underrated series in coin collecting. It's always been one of my favorites. Such a short series too.
Here is an SLQ that is very difficult to do justice with a photograph. Beautiful streaky pastel toning with glowing luster.
Beautiful SLQ . Pretty well struck 90% FH , rivets on shield are there , the '26 HAS ONLY 10% with FH . Rusty
That one hex of a gem SLQ!!LeHigh The silver in SLQ has something different in it? I am no sure what but they tone like no other coin:thumb:
Nice coins all! I have several circ rainbow toners in my set. There is still remaining cartwheel luster on the toned areas, even though they both have extensive circulation.