You have a protected coin, a graded coin, and a nice coin you could sell for more than you paid. I'd say you did alright.
You must understand that any "value" of a circulated example is determined by those who wrongly believe that since higher grades are desired,...
For post 1964 clad quarters up until the 90's the Denver quality certainly exceeded that of Philly. A nice Philly coin is many many times harder...
There was a change in design. If I remember correctly, symbolism was at the heart of the matter, but I forget if this was it. The designer was...
I was thinking the same thing, looks like a bell shaped curve.
I'm a 28 year old collector. I started getting into coins when I was around 10 or so. 90% of my family (elders) collected to some degree at some...
Congrats! I'm in the same boat as you. I think I'll add them to my collection. The problem is I'll go from being content with a low/middle MS...
This may help confuse you better... http://www.cointalk.com/t78037/
Based on the photos it is a 65, probably a strong 64 in hand. The toning may be covering some of the stuff you usually see close to the rim in the...
Wonderful post as always Clad! I pulled my hair out doing this! Yup!
1st: 55 2nd: 63
I agree, that's why I found it odd that oth Coin Values and the 2010 Professional guide list them as such. There's a premium for the same year's...
It ended in 1865. Many still debate what constitutes the end, Appomattox, May 5, or May 10. On May 10th Jackson declared it to be finished...
If it is added/needed in registry sets it will command a higher premium.
I've always graded these as business strikes but it appears they're now being listed, and as such being considered as proofs, by some numis....
Columbian Exposition (1st Commem.) WWII (resulting post WWII spike in hobby interests)
I can't speak for anything outside of Washingtons and price is a very personal matter. Generally speaking, yes, they are accurate.
The pro includes prices for higher grades (MS & PF). It also includes more varitities which include nice close-up photos. Some counterfeit...
Why Not?
We should all consider ourselves temporary preservationists.
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