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kountryken liked johnmilton's post in the thread Odd thought….
I know I'd be too slow for them. I also know I'd go stir crazy in that job. So it would not be for me. I am also odd in that I don't...
Jul 14, 2026 at 6:29 PM -
kountryken liked physics-fan3.14's post in the thread Odd thought….
Many graders have experience in the hobby - most of them started off as dealers. There are some well known specialists that consult as...
Jul 14, 2026 at 6:29 PM -
kountryken liked Bill in Burl's post in the thread Odd thought….
I had an acquaintance that used to be a grader for a major TPG, then quit and became a part-time dealer. He may be passed by now, since...
Jul 14, 2026 at 6:29 PM -
kountryken liked Fullbands's post in the thread Odd thought….
That’s very helpful. Thanks! Rick L.
Jul 14, 2026 at 6:28 PM -
kountryken liked Joshua Lemons's post in the thread Odd thought….
I guess I've never given it any thought either, nor have I read anything about how graders are chosen. A person needs to see thousands...
Jul 14, 2026 at 6:28 PM -
kountryken liked SensibleSal66's post in the thread Odd thought….
Why, coin school of course. I would ask more experienced ones to step in. Did you do any online research? I'm sure there's something out...
Jul 14, 2026 at 6:28 PM -
kountryken liked Fullbands's post in the thread Odd thought….
What kind of resume does it take to get hired as a coin grader at a major cert service? No, I’m not contemplating a career move as I’m...
Jul 14, 2026 at 6:27 PM -
kountryken liked Randy Abercrombie's post in the thread Abercrombie’s Ancients: the Twelve Caesars of Rome.
While my humble little set is nowhere nearly as spectacular as @johnmilton or @Bing, I do love it. I just marvel at 2000 years of...
Jul 14, 2026 at 11:28 AM
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kountryken liked The Half Dime's post in the thread A Box of Dimes and a Box of Nickels - Incredible results!.
I got a box of dimes and a box of nickels at the bank today on the pursuit for 2026 coinage, and it's safe to say that I was completely...
Jul 14, 2026 at 1:16 AM
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kountryken liked The Half Dime's post in the thread A Box of Dimes and a Box of Nickels - Incredible results!.
Got another box today, with even more results! Among the finds were a 1920 Buffalo, a 1939 (reverse of 1940) in Mint State, 2 1941-S...
Jul 14, 2026 at 1:15 AM
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kountryken liked Inspector43's post in the thread A Box of Dimes and a Box of Nickels - Incredible results!.
Incredible for sure. In a box of 50 rolls of nickels, I found more than one complete roll (40+) Buffalo Nickels. There were 6 in one roll.
Jul 14, 2026 at 1:14 AM -
kountryken liked Inspector43's post in the thread 1961 Jefferson Near Mint.
I don't know what to do. The coin is very bright and shiny with clear fields. Less light will make it look black.
Jul 14, 2026 at 1:12 AM -
kountryken liked Michael K's post in the thread 1961 Jefferson Near Mint.
I'd like to see a normal clear photo, I am certain it is a nice coin, but all of these photos are washed out.
Jul 14, 2026 at 1:12 AM -
kountryken liked BuffaloHunter's post in the thread 1961 Jefferson Near Mint.
You keep finding the good coins, Dave!
Jul 14, 2026 at 1:12 AM -
kountryken liked Inspector43's post in the thread 1961 Jefferson Near Mint.
I just found this Today. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Jul 14, 2026 at 1:12 AM
