My first reaction was PMD. However, being the cynic I am... Does the coin pass a ring test?
I trust every dealer I've ever worked with. I trust they will send me the coin, they will cash my check, or they will take my return -- and if I...
Marshall, You are correct about the luster. However, copper doesn't retain red like on that 1853 when worn down. They are brown at that point --...
How, precisely, do you know the Lincoln is AT? Frankly, I am skeptical of your assessment.
Aha! I should pay better attention to the posts after the first. :) Thanks for the clarification.
Who said we were only speaking of proof coins? That said, my understanding of the proof coining process is incomplete. Tell me, are the coins...
Completely normal die breaks (or maybe a strikethrough, tough for me to be 100% sure), and not particularly rare or valuable. Regardless they are...
FWIW, soaps (that contain bases) cause the very same blue effect, and soaps have been used on coins for a very, very long time. This might help...
In short: Precisely how it lands when it is ejected from the press. How other coins minted afterwards do the same. Strike (and luster) also...
It takes a while and looking at coins in-hand. Photos online (along with posts like this) will help a bit, but you will learn quicker/better by...
I agree -- verdigris on the reverse. I would add, however, that once this verdigris is removed or otherwise doinked with, it will expose...
Very nice shots, Hobo! Some of those coins are real toughies too.
I like the coin. That said, it does not appear to be what I would call natural surfaces. It looks to me to be dipped at one time and then...
As usual, Conder nailed it. The coin has likely been recolored/worked. IMO, of course. :)
The peace dollar is a 58. FWIW, CAC did NOT agree.
Flash from the past.... I miss Lehigh. :(
Heading out for the afternoon. Will be back this evening and update then....
Should I wait for Zach before giving the grade?
Hi Eduard! I hope you are enjoying our beautiful state. Not sure if you're aware, but the Clearwater show (in St. Pete) is about two hours...
It's a fingerprint AND toning. :)
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