I ha I have about 1/2 oz. of Blue Ribbon remaining from 3 bottles bought as BR was pulled off the shelves 20 years or so ago. In the meantime,...
I am late to the party, but Fred’s explanation of damage was what initially came to mind.
1,3,5 are fakes. Agree with messydesk regarding reverse hits on the reverse. The eye is also not quite right on the obverse on these. I will...
AU 58
As a collector of World Coins, I have used Heritage Auctions sold listings for a primary reference. Also specific country sites such as Canadian...
In the last three months or so, I’ve appraised coin collections from three estates, and subsequently sold two of the collections at this point....
I’ve often seen holed silver coins initially a part of old charm bracelets. Coin collectors buy the bracelet and remove them to add to their...
My favorite vendor is Coin Supply Express. They have a broad range of supplies in small to bulk quantities, including these you inquired about....
I will never buy an early copper sight unseen, whether TPG or raw.
Todd, I thoroughly enjoyed this thread... every post. The photos of your grandfather’s coins were excellent. Best wishes on your trek forward....
The LCSs are paying about 10 to 15% below melt. They typically hedge on buying to avoid getting caught with high priced inventory when silver...
This thread is quite interesting, and timely, since I have been appraising several estate coin collections, and subsequently been asked to...
MS 63
An outstanding old copper!
A local coin shop purchased a large old collection of world coins, which included a quantity of tough Chinese coins about 2 years ago. I assisted...
In about 1991, I began collecting large cents. My goal was to eventually own a 1793 chain cent. In about 1996, a LCS had a 1793 chain periods...
Based upon wear alone, this Seated Liberty half obverse is in the XF 45, AU 50 range IMO. The numerous light dings on the rim and chatter on...
Didn’t see this grade coming...Congrats!
65
VG obverse, F reverse, net VG-10
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