You can't beat green and pink, but I like blue as well.
Based on the OP, I concluded that viewing was the main goal, while photographing was secondary. The B&L scope can do well for viewing, and the...
Scary thread.
something like this works great:...
Here's an animation between the OP's image and one of my own of a 38-S RPM#2. Keep in mind that the OP coin is worn and shows damage and hits, so...
Looks like 1938-S RPM#2
Most stereos have auxiliary objectives available. For the B&L you can get a 0.5x which takes the SZ4 pod from 0.7x...3x to 0.35x...1.5x. With 10x...
If you do go with Amscope, I saw this one on their website as well:...
What is your purpose for the microscope? 1) Viewing coins directly through the eyepieces in stereo to look for varieties and such 2) Photographing...
You can pick as many answers as you like, no limit.
I find it interesting that 19 folks say it's OK to dip coins as long as it's done right, but not a single person admitted to having dipped coins...
I've seen many statements on various forums that it is perfectly acceptable to dip coins. Even the TPGs do it. But I've also read where folks...
I already said above I have never seen what I consider an OBW Dollar roll. When I see them for sale I always caution folks about them. So I think...
Most rolling machines were not used by the banks at all, but by the vending machine and streetcar companies. The machines were invented in order...
Peace $ came in rolls, and I suppose it might be possible that 1921 Morgans did as well, but certainly early Morgans did not. That said I have...
I just picked up 16 USPI Pesos from a dealer who had them turned in for silver. They are worn, and one looks to have saltwater damage, but they...
That's the type of experience that can give you the ability to determine authenticity with high certainty.
NEVER use canned air to blow onto your coins. Even if you avoid spraying propellant directly onto the coin (which will create a frozen, then wet...
How much does he charge you for such finds?
A brave admission in this environment!
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