good to know, learn something every day.
I found this penny that looks like its half of a "hidden compartment" type fake coin. But the reverse look so real that I question if its not some...
@Dougmeister holy crap great list. Ill bookmark it now
@green18 you're right I should probably use google and "other venues". If only there were some other venue of search besides search engines. Some...
Awesome recommendations! Ill take a look guys, thank you.
Any online auctions or BIN sites besides ebay? I get tired of looking at the same coins a million times over. PM me if you don't want to post....
I have a cheap 10x mag loupe I bought and it doesnt seem to cut it for looking at doubling and such. What do you all use?
I'll try to get better pictures sorry my phone isn't very nice ha
Here is a Morgan i'm stuck on. I have a post in US coins if you want close ups for VAM but I'm just looking for overall grade and value. I'm see...
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Dang, I see that now. I thought the broken R was a major identifier so it was listed primarily. Also, no discernible chunk taken out of the wreath.
I have a 1878 S Morgan dollar I am trying to get a VAM on. The most distinguishable factors I see are... -Broken r in TRUST -Slightly chipped...
@Cascade really good read, I already feel better about identifying just by that article.
lol I appreciate the feedback, Its funny to me how easy it is to tell but I still dont know. This means once it clicks in my mind it will...
AT or NR, and what tips do you have for identifying natural vs artificial?
@bsowa1029 and @chascat The more I look the more I hate it ha. Im glad i'm being kinda patient at least and not buying on impulse.
@TypeCoin971793 what a amazing buy! I need to find some locations in KC for coin hunting. The local pawns i've tried havent had squat.
@The Bob I am new to the site too but stick around, everyone is very friendly and helpful here! Usually no one will insult a coin and they are...
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