Problem Coins Worth Grading?

I have several +$100 problem Coins. I notice anacs slabs usually command +$10 on some of these pieces on ebay (also sell at raw price or even below) Is it worth it to get them slabbed or will the DAMAGED label detract value despite the obvious visual problems, if sold raw. Would pcgs/NGC be a better home for these coins? They are not rare but uncommon enough to be valuable. The only coin I can imagine selling better raw would be a copper, but most of the low grade anacs draped bust cents have a +$12 premium added for anacs slab. anacs 12 coins/$119 make it seem like a no brainier to keep them protected, and provide a rough grade/value for my heirs. The draped bust half dime I only saw low grade anacs example sell for under $150-250, while cull grade NGC sold for $300-$500.

1795 1c (fr/ag)
1800 h10c (holed VG)
1808 50c (cleaned VG)
1859s 25c (damaged VG)
1861s 25c (holed G)
1878s $1 (MS62/63)
1935s $1 (AU)

 

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With the large spread on problem Coins, I can't tell if anacs slab is a death sentence for value or does it increase liquidity and potential buyer confidence. With lower grade "beginner" & filler coins, using net grading from certification is a benchmark that helps gives ballpark for pricing. I am still relatively new at collecting and put entirely too much thought into relatively inexpensive coins but they are the pride of my collection, almost all found in "junk" bins.

 

The first coin has been cleaned and damaged as well . Fine details ( graded).
the second one G-4 , third also damaged ( holed coin) Good details ( grading) .
* Not worth the money to grade any of these . I haven't checked the dates yet .

 

Anacs Grading is $12 per coin.

All three of these coins are +$300 in G4.

I think the 1805 quarter is closer to G6 but cleaned.

1800 half dime Redbook is $1100 in G4, $1500 in VG8. Despite the hole, I think the details can bring as much as $450 based off of eBay completed auctions of similar coins.

 

$300 combined ? I say not worth getting graded. JMO . They will sell regardless . I don't mind a slightly cleaned coin the proper way and a key or semi-key date . where did you get your values from??

 

The only reason for having those coins certified is to authenticate them - potential buyers can then be sure they’re genuine. It’s also an advantage for the seller, as they can only then be listed with a grade on eBay (e.g. ANACS F details - cleaned).

 

There are two ways to view this. You already know the coins will have a damaged label. And yes, there are refined collectors that scoff at a damaged label. However there are other like myself that wouldn’t touch them if they weren’t authenticated. I own several 18th century coins with a damaged label that I would not have touched raw. If your intent is to market them, I believe they need to be authenticated. Just way too many Chinese knock offs out there.

 

ANACS is running a special atm until 1/9/21, 12 Coins for $119, $10 each additional coin, GSA Morgan's $5 each after meeting the 12 coin minimum, return shipping with Ins. is included, US Coins only with a value of less then $500 each.

 

I agree with Abercrombie about the many Chinese knockoffs. And even purchasing slabbed ones you have to beware now due to people reselling good coins in counterfeit slabs and counterfeits in counterfeit slabs.
https://coinweek.com/education/coin-grading/how-big-is-the-rare-coin-counterfeiting-problem/

 

And then there's that! It is almost to the point where coins have to be culled because of the rise in counterfeits. What's next, an assay?

 

oh well, i am giving an opinion.

1 question, first:
is the 1795 1c. a plain, reeded or lettered edge, or a jefferson head plain or lettered edge?

i would get a genuine with details encapsulation, for the 1795 1c. (after further id), and for the 1859s quarter and 1861s quarter and 1800 1/2 dime and 1805 1/2 dime and 1808 1/2 dollar.

i would not get the 1878s and 1935s dollars graded or encapsulated.

 

Are we sure that the 1805 quarter wouldn’t straight grade? It seems at least borderline. It definitely seems to be worth slabbing, as is the 1800 half dime. Those are both very scarce coins that a lot of people wouldn’t want to buy raw.

 

I'd be interested in your opinions as to whether Heritage Auctions could be counted on to recognize (or be concerned about) Chinese knockoffs when listing raw coins for auction - ?

 

Here is a 1795 bust dollar from my collection that had a hole repaired. This is still a damaged coin but, in this case being slabbed makes it more sellable. Bottom line it really depends on what the coin is and how actively the coin series is collected. Can you tell where this coin was repaired?

 

Had to be at the “E” and “R” in Liberty. That is spectacularly well done.

 

There is big difference between the beautifully repaired 1795 dollar, which has great color and nice detail and coins that started this thread. The 1795 was a decent holed coin. The coins in the OP are low grade and multiple problem pieces.

It costs a lot of money to get first rate repair work. It’s only worth it you are starting with something is really worth it. I think that getting those coins repaired is not worth it.

 

If one coin of the group comes back straight, that may justify the $119 at ANACS, and the rest will be authenticated. I'm in the same boat, I have a 'clunkers' few that I'd prefer to be slabbed, just for the authentication.

I think right at the 'T' in Liberty. I see a circular border around the T.