Which would you keep for a type set...

So would you keep an 1864 2c small motto MS64BN or an 1864 Large Motto MS65RB for a type set? if it matters both are CAC coins. I get why both are not normally included in a type set. Now the spots on the small motto are on the holder, but the small motto does have I guess a weak strike spot on the shield. The 1865 has a better over all strike and the reverse is a little more brown than obverse. Both sets of pictures are really old from heritage.

LOL - Chatgpt says keep small motto. It is kind of funny reading the price trends on it.

 

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No hesitation, both!

 

Small motto because it's worth way more than the 1864 Large motto. I had a small motto that I "dug" metal detecting and sold it in details condition- Environmentally damaged. Raw. For $150! It had Fine details. This coin is much nicer!

 

I tend to lean towards key date in the realm of type sets - especially if the grades are close.

 

I’d find a way to keep both.

 

1865?

 

I'm going to base my decision completely on the pictures presented.

The bottom left picture is by far the absolute best. Color, luster, brightness, sharpness... best picture of the 4.

So I pick that one.

 

If you can keep both.