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johnmilton replied to the thread 1858 LS Half Dollar - Straight Grade or Details?.
The small scratches are not the problem. It's the hairlines that are going in the wrong direction. It could grade, but my bet would be...
Apr 24, 2024 at 3:44 PM -
johnmilton replied to the thread New Emperor for my collection.
Not for me. He was listed in the Zander Klawans book as an emperor, so he got on my list. As the empire was falling to pieces in the...
Apr 24, 2024 at 9:43 AM -
johnmilton attached a file to the thread New Emperor for my collection.
[ATTACH] Antoninianus of Volusian, Obverse: IMP CAE C VIB VOLVSIANO AVG “Emperor caesar Gaius Vibius Volusianus augustus.” Reverse: P...
Apr 24, 2024 at 9:40 AM
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johnmilton liked paddyman98's post in the thread Memorial Cent Monday!-- Post yours too.....
Broadstruck [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Die Break in bay (Hornets Nest) [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Just a neat monstrosity [ATTACH] [ATTACH] All from my...
Apr 23, 2024 at 6:48 AM
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johnmilton liked Mainebill's post in the thread Descending date follow the lead.
Took a few pics today sick as hell with cold/flu/rona/etc tried working but was too lightheaded so I got a pic of a 22 to post [ATTACH]...
Apr 22, 2024 at 5:14 PM
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johnmilton attached a file to the thread Memorial Cent Monday!-- Post yours too.....
1982 was the changeover year from bronze to zinc. These sets were offered at every little coin show in the early to mid 1980s....
Apr 22, 2024 at 9:27 AM
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johnmilton attached a file to the thread Descending date follow the lead.
It's not a great coin, but here's the piece I bought for my on again, off again large cent date set. This date gets very expensive, very...
Apr 22, 2024 at 9:24 AM
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johnmilton liked Eduard's post in the thread U.S. "Colonial Coins" that can be found in high grade (EF to Unc.).
I would have much preferred to have this William Pitt Farthing in EF, or anything approaching that grade in my collection, but am plenty...
Apr 21, 2024 at 7:57 PM
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johnmilton replied to the thread 1776-1976 Unc. Silver Set. Should I remove the coins from the packaging?.
Since these sets are cheap, I would sell it and look for one that has better packaging. These coins coins trade in the mint holder. When...
Apr 21, 2024 at 5:47 PM -
johnmilton attached a file to the thread 23 S Monroe grade opinion?.
Monroe half dollars are usually frosty to dull with so-so strikes. This one is graded MS-64 and close to as good as you will find....
Apr 21, 2024 at 5:45 PM
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johnmilton attached a file to the thread Soaring Eagle Sunday- Post yours too!.
[ATTACH] And what I think was probably the inspiration for the design. Although the Gobrecht dollar shown here was minted in 1836, the...
Apr 21, 2024 at 5:37 PM
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johnmilton liked nerosmyfavorite68's post in the thread U.S. "Colonial Coins" that can be found in high grade (EF to Unc.).
Very interesting! While I don't collect American coins, I enjoy learning from experienced collectors. The pre-1800 stuff would...
Apr 21, 2024 at 10:36 AM -
johnmilton replied to the thread Vespasian addition.
I have one aureus and a couple of solidi. I would like to more aurei, but the prices prevent that. Your piece is gorgeous, @panzerman!
Apr 21, 2024 at 10:22 AM -
johnmilton liked panzerman's post in the thread Vespasian addition.
Just added this to my collection.... AV Aureus ND (75-79AD) 7.34g. 19.5mm. .998 12h. Rome Mint Laureate Bust facing...
Apr 21, 2024 at 10:18 AM
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johnmilton liked Tall Paul's post in the thread U.S. "Colonial Coins" that can be found in high grade (EF to Unc.).
I don't have very many colonial and post-colonial coins in my collection. Primarily because it is tough to find coins that are...
Apr 21, 2024 at 8:48 AM
