Didn't take it as a negative comment, was just trying to clarify what my intent was and that others might find the results insightful. I just...
Doug, I would rather learn a very inexpensive lesson on an inexpensive coin. In the future if I come across an expensive coin with similar issues...
That was exactly my thought Jim! To take all of the damage off the coin would have cost more than they were willing to commit to. Part of what is...
It's all about the lighting. The pics are in the correct order. The after pics were intentionally taken to highlight the issues. In a different...
Here are a few surface shots from a microscope at work: [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
Some time ago I picked up a 1944 Walking Half Dollar on ebay. The pictures and description said MS63. In hand it was a different story. The...
congrats on the cross grade and other pick-ups!
The question is can you sell all 100 broken up, I would think yes and with that answer I think you answered your own question using the math...
Great thread, love the vinegettes and info to go with them. Just had a couple visitors from China at the plant today and will be going back early...
Both in the same boat with the same advice from the same guy. :)
Congrats!!! I would have guessed BB based on some of your other experiences.
LOL - I am with you Letting go can be eye opening! May make you reevaluate many buying habbits! Every collector should do it from time to...
You need to buy the "Standard Guide to Small Size US Paper Money". Google it anf you will see what additional information you need to find the...
[IMG] One of my favorite series
Both keepers, nice $20
What Mat said, I would spend the 1st and keep the 2nd, but that's just me.
If you collect that district, then why not keep it? 19.2M is a very large number and and I would think it is not likely to bring much of a...
I see no reason based on the photo to believe it is a fake. It may have taken a hard hit in the area you identified that was later softened by...
You are welcome numismania! I am glad I was able to experience the show and what the BEP and Mint were able to share! The least I could do is...
When you don't plan on doing anything inappropriate you can choose to ignore the suits. :) Been around and have talked with enough suits to...
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