I used to play this game a lot, but haven't in nearly 2 years after wasting so much money. Maybe these two are a waste as well, but they take nice jumps in price in XF40. They didn't get much interest after 2 weeks on eBay, so I sent them for regrade. Realistically, I think the draped bust has the best chance if they take the die state/strike into consideration. What do ya think?
Good luck! You prefer regrade over reconsideration? I just sent in 4 for reconsideration because 3 had a CAC sticker on them which I didn't want to lose unless it upgraded. I'm regretting not doing the non-CAC one as a regrade instead though because I sent it in because I think it deserves PL and they're not going to award that unless they have it raw. Only reason I sent the 4 in is my account subscription auto-renewed and I figured I'd use up the vouchers on 4 coins that adding a + to would be extremely valuable for. I too hate the crackout/crossover/reconsideration/fill in the blank game with a passion.
I think the Draped bust looks more like the XF40 on pgotograde than it does like the 35. Also, the doubling on the obverse T is awesome!
On the 1807, I'd say go for it! On the 1806, I fear that the excessive wear on the left wing of the eagle might be what's preventing it from reaching XF.
I am 100% in agreement with @Mark Metzger. Of the two, I believe the dollar deserves another look. The reward would certainly merit the gamble.
I think the prob is, they both have better reverses. If they are both 35 obv and 40 rev, they are going to grade VF35.
Love that 1806. Good luck. edit: love that die crack from the date to the left stars. Was looking at one with that, though a lower F grade.
Yeah, well... between the price increases and the fact that I'm into them for not a lot, it is worth a shot. We will see. Should know in a few weeks.
I'll say both have a shot...definitely worth a try since the price goes up significantly in the next grade. Best of luck!
VF35 to XF40 it was out of my price range before, now it's really out of my price range. I was hoping it would go down to a G1 then I would buy it. LMAO Congratulations !!
Well darn it..... I had my fingers crossed that dollar might drop a grade.... And into my affordability range.... Wink-wink....