A penny still had some buying power then.. I think Bazooka bubble gum was 1 or 2 cents? I'm surprised my Dad didn't have one of those "tokens,"...
That's very sad. Condolences to his friends and family.
The scratch would really bother me. I would return it with a message to seller that the scratch didn't show up in the photos.
Beautiful coin, Larry. I really like the subtle peripheral toning. And speaking of doubled profiles: [IMG]
That coin has a great look!
Mine has toning that I think is more likely from the velvet lined box, but I don't know for sure. [IMG][IMG]
Count me in, I'm partial to the German coin, for the castle/knight helmet/double headed eagle on the design. Would go nicely with my Wildman...
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Good job, Jack! Thanks for posting the genuine diagnostics.
Suggestion to seller, get it into a straight graded holder, then ask for hundreds of $$. Until then it's the proverbial "pig in a poke."
Yes, please keep us updated, as from the photos I like the PCGS example more.
... and be on the lookout for the 1919 DDO!
VG8; it might grade despite the rim damage.. otherwise nice surfaces.
I love all the die cracks! This one fills the bill for me, if only a VF [IMG][IMG]
Here's my 08 NM 64+ CAC. decent strike with good luster. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Probably fake. details, date font, look wrong. here's a real one to compare: [IMG][IMG]
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NGC graded mine a F12. Maybe netted down some for the dents on the eagle.
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