I didn't even read much past the first few posts because many of you quit making sense. But let me try to get in this one before the lock ;)...
I heard that the recommended design was the Liberty gold design from that period. There were even design images posted, will try to see if I can...
Whether you call it shill bidding or not, and regardless of whether the bidding occurs during the pre-auction bidding or during the live auction,...
you should buy it from him and just don't pay and then leave negative feedback, that'll teach him :D
Well, can't wait to see some of yours and what you collect, but in the meantime, here's a link to my 1909 Mint Set :)...
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