If they have several Ikes to choose from just select the best ones based mainly on eye appeal. You're not worried about grading these, so eye...
IMO, yes.
The Lincoln cent is such a handsome coin. Maybe I should start a set. When did you start collecting them?
For me, the thick vs. thin lettering is the most obvious difference.
Yes, it is variety 2.
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And this is the main book I have on Ikes. I also have the latest Whitman book on modern dollars. Both are excellent! [ATTACH]
@Bman33 - I'm getting close to finishing my 3rd Dansco Ike Dollar set. For this one I decided to make a "virtual" Capital Plastics holder in order...
I wasn't aware of this either. Wow. Always learning.......
This makes me appreciate my 76-S in MS67 even more.
This has been a great thread. It's exciting to find out new information about Ikes.
Do you think the CPG will eventually include the Type 6 and 7 reverses?
Thank you for the additional information, Lee. Much appreciated!
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Just to add an interesting tidbit, there were some 1977-D Ikes struck on 40% silver clad planchets. I love enigmas like this! [ATTACH]
A very steep curve, I would imagine. Is it the case that planchet flaws are inherently "softer" than contact marks? It seems that the edges of...
As always, I appreciate your insight on the market, cladking.
Wow. Thanks for sharing this. It sure piqued my curiosity. If you don't mind me asking, what did this grading spree end up costing? I'll...
This Ike is infected. . . . . :doctor: [ATTACH]
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