Way to go Jack. I'm always learning from your posts.
No brainer, 1890 (assuming it looks like a 58 should).
MS-63, not a proof
Very nice coin! I was going to guess 63. I suppose the scrapes below the cap held her back.
Nice, I still think it is a 63.
MS-63
Glad you are happy! What a great piece of history. I would save the money sending it in use that money towards buying more coins. You can...
There is no cameo requirement for PL or DMPL - it is about reflectivity of the fields. Most do have a cameo, but it is not required....
I agree, I think it is MS.
I agree with @johnmilton.
In the F-12 camp.
I think this one makes XF-40. Nice!
I was going to bid on some CBHs but they also went way too high. There were also some halves that were clearly cleaned or scratched that were in...
I stopped buying proof and mint sets in the 90s and don't miss them, they are way too expensive. I expect my only purchase from the mint will be...
Agree with cleaned AU. It is another slider
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This is nothing new. I have returned damaged purchases from the mint since the 80s.
Bausch & Lomb Hastings Triplet 7X Magnifier. They are currently out @ Amazon. Maybe available at Wizard or other places.
I am also a fan of the design. Here is a FS-901 I cherrypicked last year.
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