This is one reason why I have never liked, trusted or wanted a coin in a plastic slab "graded by" a TPG ... grading is subjective and not...
I don't like TPG. They are phonies and a waste of time and money. If you're collecting notes for your own personal collection avoid the hassle and...
As I've stated in my response -- you collect what you want and I'll collect what I want. I'm not out to change your opinion and you certainly are...
I am not trying to provoke an argument, or become defensive or adversarial in my responses. But you have hit the proverbial nail on the head with...
I appreciate your comments. Being of about the same age we both know how collecting has changed in our lifetime. I agree with you when you wonder...
I'm sure you and TIF have every right to collect whatever you want to collect, including harshly cleaned ancient coins. I do not have to, nor do I...
The point is ALL OF THEM DID at some point in their past, including the United States of America.
Yes we would. There are coins discovered regularly of more modern varieties which are OK to "conserve" (AKA clean) ... the Saddle Ridge Hoard, the...
I understand the "practice". I'm making a point by my comment. You see, this is what's wrong with our hobby. There are no consistent rules. In the...
Do you have a question about the coin? Variety of Damage, perhaps? Please spell out what you want to know and why you're posting these pics.
Bad results. I don't like it. I wouldn't have it. Cleaning ruined the coin. That's my opinion on the results.
Since I've been collecting for 64+ years it does not take a genius to figure out that none of the "modern day gadgets" were available when I...
Apply this to a younger you ... are you saying you were not self-reliant and were lazy because you dared ask an older collector for info out of...
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