Not that i'm an expert at all, but to me it looks like its clearly way too bright red for that old of a coin. After 180 years i'm sure it wouldn't...
It was $85. I dont think i was the best deal in the world but i don't feel like i really lost much money.
Thanks for all the comments guys. And its good to hear alot of people agree with the grade i gave it, sounds like i'm getting better at grading :cool:
New Bust Half [IMG] Got this the other day from a dealer at the flea market. I think the grade is about VF-20. What do you guys think?
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I like collecting coins because there is alot of history in them like Clembo said. I am a Type collector because I like the large variety of...
Yes very fake. Probably just someone messing around to see what they could do. Just out of curiosity where did you get them?
Yeah i agree. I'm pretty sure they stamp the mintmark on separately from the rest of the design.
My most expensive coin is an AU 1853 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle that i paid $185 for.
I agree with Huntsman. And make sure you at least know a little bit about a coin before you decide to buy it.
And can someone explain why the statehood quarters keep getting called over-rated? I've never seen a problem with them. But all the presidental...
I'm going to save a set of MS state quarters then in 30 when people begin to dump them back into the back and get them circulated, i'll have a...
Get all of mine from dealers at the flea market =P
Is it just me or are grading services going downhill fast? Seems like they will do anything to make another buck
Oh ok lol sorry I got a bit frustrated I thought you were completely serious about the whole thing
and how the hell did you even notice that?
Yes its worth thousands because the loop of a tiny "R" on a common cent being a micrometer thicker than normal is extremely significant.
Pssh my erotic frogs or captive beanie baby are totally better :rolleyes:
I think large cents are also under-rated. I honestly dont know of that many people that collect them. And I dont think that the statehood...
Full set of American Silver Eagles for free from my grandpa hehe
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