I'm okay with the coin being touched and put into a proper holder or slab. Not okay with wiping, dipping, etc. then calling it mint state. As I...
I think we've come to the point of disagreement that's important to me and the point I'm trying to make. You say mint state is a lack of wear....
I take things very literally, so without trying to create an argument, I would like to hear what "Mint State" means to you. Personally, I don't...
I don't have a problem with "conserving," but let's not call the coin "Mint State" once we're done with the conserving process. Perhaps the...
Thanks...I'm sure my thinking is not universally accepted. Especially by those who profess to be experts in understanding today's commercial...
I don't consider the PCGS grade to be saying that the coin is original. Rather PCGS is telling me if there is wear and how much; also if there is...
I don't see a problem with having duplicates. I like nice looking coins. I would rather have two nice 1881-S Morgans for example than limit...
Good points! For me, what's as important as a list is telling a family member who they should talk with (name a trusted coin dealer or friend with...
I like the coin!
Used Craigslist twice. Once to sell a used car, once to sell a RV. Both times worked well and didn't cost a cent.
Good catch, Mike!
I agree that they look cleaned. I would not bother sending for grading unless you want them authenticated.
Interesting idea for a thread. My two cents is: I use PCGS, NGC or ANACS' grade opinion to tell me what they see regarding the wear and/or hits...
Maybe a couple nukes could go off and PMs would really go up. Or tens of thousands of deaths. Be careful what you wish for.
...and loss of lives.
If that's what you hope for, then you are hoping for inflation, people dying from the virus, and general chaos. It's better to own some gold and...
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When we buy gold, we should hope that the price drops. Lower gold prices mean peace and tranquility in the world and inflation under control....
I just communicated with the eBay seller and he ended the listing and thanked me for pointing out the problem.
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