well you are in luck i happen to have one slabbed by ncs it will be a nice upgrade for you raw coins are not good as TPG slabbed coins very nice coin
Sorry, harry, I forgot to answer your questions. I would grade it as VF30, and nice for that grade, and I wouldn't upgrade it unless you feel the need. It does appear cleaned lightly a long time ago. I think I would spend the money on a coin I didn't have. Jim
Nice coin - vf20, but I think a tpg would grade it VF30. Looks lightly cleaned(or reclored) to me, but still a very nice coin.
Certainly a high VF, and don't be surprised if it goes XF-40. There were striking problems with the 1877's and they tend to be graded by a different standard.
I agree with desertgem VF-30 , real nice coin , unless you're doing a high quality date set I'd spend my money on another nice type coin , but that's me do whatever makes you happy . rzage
I know the reverse has a weak N in one on the reverse , is this the striking problem you were referring ? Also this is a very good diagnostic to tell the real thing from altered '77s . Notice the weakness in the N of one if it does'nt have it it's a fake . rzage:smile
Actually, no, but thanks for the diagnostic. Another place where a weak strike is evident are the diamonds on the ribbon. They rarely come fully struck.
VF 30... IIt looks much better than 30 but the wear on the ribbon and hair is evident... I'll trade you for my ''77 AG 3 (It's Graded!) Bruce
Harry, Yeah, I'd like to upgrade from my AG 3 but I've got to wait and buy other coins to upgrade my completed IHC collection. Bruce
