I hear that's at least one reason why coins are round or circular - to last much longer, which probably became standardized by convention from...
NGC means "Matte" Proof for the 1931 Proof coin in the table below, right? Otherwise, that'd be a sharp looking but poor surface example of that...
PCGS states online that: A split grade may be assigned when there are significant differences in the obverse grade and reverse grade of the same...
What do you think the grades are for these two Russian coins? One of these has a grade from a TPG (not that it matters - especially in this case,...
EDIT: IMHO the edge is the most underrated part of a coin. Though technically, TPGs do mention rim nicks and such that affect the edge. But don't...
Or to put it a different way, where do you draw the line between Proof-like and a non-proof-like business strike coin? Thanks in advance!
I'm not referring to heavily worn coins, milk spots, carbon spots, etc. (unless you like those - e.g. sentimental coin you kept in your pocket). I...
Hi all, I'm looking to buy these world silver coins listed below (updated from the last one). Basically, I'm looking for one each in...
Since they were made in 1965, can an unopened 1965 Denver Mint set accidentally house the controversial 1964-D Peace Dollar? An unopened box of...
I like these animals. I don't know why or what liking these animals says about me (what do they say about me?), but I'm drawn to them. I bet...
I can't find any foreign or US coins that have been counter-stamped by the US Mint. Specifically, I was hoping to find an 8 Reales coin that's...
I'd like to add a Scottish silver coin to my collection, preferably one from the more "modern" era (within the last couple hundred years). I've...
It was my understanding that reverse proofs would be designated as proofs or "PF" by NGC (proofs by TPGs and collectors). But why are the Mexico 1...
There appears to be plenty of even wear throughout. I'm not sure how to look at the edges, as these Japanese 1 Shu coins have all different cuts...
Do you think that this is natural or artificial toning? The bright blue hue and the dark patches makes me suspicious, but maybe that could be...
Absolutely speaking, a "good" and "high" grade coin can be determined by the Sheldon 70-point grading scale. But, as far as what's available and...
Can you guess the grade of this proof? I have a grade in mind, and I'm thinking about taking a swing at this. But I tend to second guess every...
Is this 1980 S. Susan B. Anthony a proof or a polished coin? The bust is very mirrored, but the fields look a bit strange. I'm thinking a...
Hi all, I'm looking to buy these world silver coins listed below. Basically, I'm looking for one each in uncirculated, problem-free condition....
Canada seems to pump out some nice proof-like coins. I remember reading from various threads that proof dies were used to make MS proof-like...
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