Pulled a goody out of the junk silver today!

A few minutes ago I realized that this date is one of the Standing quarters that people actually give a crap about in F-12 and up, and from here it looks to be an F-12.

It's a 1926-S, perfect for me because I've been looking to expand my Standing Liberty quarter inventory.

That was just one of the deals I got today, but I haven't been up there in probably 3 weeks, so it figures.

 

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Completing a set of SLQs in any kind of condition is a tough and cruel mistress. I thought about doing it and then went..........nah.........

 

I have just one SLQ. I would like more. Wait! I thought this was another contest.
What the heck is a "cruel mistress"? Never will I ever have one of those.

 

It’s a tougher date but it’s a difficult set to complete. I would not call this coin an F-12.

 

What do you think? VG8 perhaps?
How To Grade US Standing Liberty Quarter - PhotoGrading Images

 

I have never had any of mine graded. Here is one I found in change back in the 50's. I think I will check it against the guide stated above.

 

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I think getting an F12 is a reasonable expectation.
I also think it's possible for a grader to slap a VG10 on it.
I don't think you should look for an F15.

I like the coin. I'd put it in my 7070.

 

Especially since some of those dates jump like crazy in value from one grade to the next. One of my local coin shops has a 1921 graded G6, and its price is $132. I haven't gotten it yet, but before I do, I might nab a trade dollar or a Seated dollar up there.

I wonder what it is with people and the lack of SLQs? To my knowledge, I only have 5, and the best date - a 1917 Type 1 - is worn down to AG, so it goes for barely over melt.

For your other post about the 1916, it's a good place to start, but the only thing holding it back is that 1916s and 17 Type 1 quarters are quite different of a design than 1925 and after. Sure, Liberty is still standing, and an eagle is on the reverse; however, you can compare a 1917 Type 1, some graded VF with a barely visible date, to a 1925-30, where the date is visible even in AG.

A tougher date? I assume you mean in high grades. I'm not sure since SLQs aren't of the greatest interest to me at the moment, but it's nice to at least have some in the inventory.

That's a nice one! It looks to probably be in Fine condition, about a 12, possibly a 15.

On a side note, do you know how long it's been since you've found a Standing Liberty quarter in change? I know you've been collecting coins for longer than about everyone on here.

Other than the date, and le pricey tag'ey, yes.

It's hard to put an exact grade on it, though, since you can compare VG to fine on sites like PCGS Photograde and there is barely any difference. I've practically been looking to grade them by the shield detail.

VG10 is probably what most people, like PCGS, would give it. If there were 3 graders, one might say F12, but the others would say VG10 in a heartbeat.

For now I stay at F12, though that may go lower in the future. I would probably never upgrade it to a 15 as, for it to be a small difference in details, it is a big one.

 

@The Half Dime Thanks for the comments. I don't recall finding an SLQ in change since I left High School in 1961. I spent 5 years in military service where I had little opportunity to hunt for coins. The coin crash of 1964 removed a lot of silver from circulation. To most people a silver coin was just silver and the available population was significantly reduced.

 

For an F-12 grade the drapery lines are not really visible and the high curve of Liberty’s right leg is too worn. Her toes are worn and the very top of the date shows wear. This put it in a strong G-4 and a weak VG-8 grade.
Since it’s dated after 1925 when the date was reworked the date is strong I’d be at a G-6, maybe G-8. The dealers I’ve spoken with all have a difficult time finding a 1926-S. Only 2,700,000 were minted so it’s possible that it’s a date that was melted by the government. Any higher grade SQL is tough in my opinion but a number of this type were melted.
This is my 1917 Type 1 SQL. Liberty’s breast is exposed and there are no stars on the reverse under the eagle. It’s beautifully toned and is a higher grade. Notice the detail in the drapery and toes.

 

I backed off twice in completing the set for similar reasons, but finally my OCD got me. Picked up the very pricey 1916 to complete the set. Unfortunately, I have the same outlook on the Morgans. I have hundreds of them, but never bothered to buy an album because I know I'll never complete it.

 

My first impression was also VG8.

 

I have half of the SQL’s. I only need about 7 or 8 Morgan’s to complete the set. It’s one coin at a time to complete either set.

 

It's an older figure of speech.

 

Good question! I have only 2, both G4 and both circulation finds (by my parents when they joined the national hoarding frenzy in the early 1960's).

I've guess I've never added more because a complete set is beyond me and even updating a nice type coin is likely $100 or more and I'm not that committed to the notion.

Certainly an attractive, desirable series but one I've never given much attention. Maybe a nice type coin should be on my list...

 

A "cruel mistress" is a figurative expression referring to something that is initially alluring and desirable but ultimately causes pain and suffering, often used to describe an addictive behavior, an obsessive relationship, or a pursuit that leads to negative consequences despite its initial appeal.

 

The expression I'm familiar with is "harsh mistress", not "cruel."

 

Nice coin in the OP but not an F-12. Pitting on the obverse, the reverse is very worn. Even VG-10 is high. VG-8 would be the max.

 

I'm sure all of your mistresses will be nice.

In keeping with the topic, one the members of one of my local coin clubs showed off a dateless 1916 they recently found in a batch of scrap silver.