I was able to find a little information surrounding the badge. Up until 1842 Shanghai was just a small fishing village, It was the opium war of...
I think that the luster takes this one to atleast gem. Not clear enough to really agree with FS I think they graded it MS66, no FS.
I am not seeing any remnant of a Blakesley effect. The reverse looks ground down around the area. Beside the lamination I think the rest is damage.
What are your thoughts on the MM? I think that it is a small S.
It wasn't to discourage you. Your 22D is one of those VAM's I posted above. And there is in one of the years a VAM that is described as what you...
Sorry folks I missed the whole pocket change or roll change find part of the thread.
Thanks Sal, it isn't often that you find coins that haven't even been rinsed in distilled water, they have their own look under a lens.
If you give the reverse a google, a bunch of old Chinese bulidings appear. What do the Characters say?
I have thought about a scope for quick search.
This 1911 Lincoln. This one is dirty, happen to love the unadulterated skin it has. [ATTACH]
One of my all time favorites. Well, just because it has a fish on it. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I will look for my 83', it's a science experience, coated in Zinc.
Here is the 58D. Early collar clash? Or, a die crack? [ATTACH]
That depends on who is reading it.
This is a white metal piece too light for much silver content. Maybe a collateral piece. early key chain. Reminded me of the SF Gold Rush days....
Your mixing things up Willy, Thats a nice looking RPM, an acetone soak would help it immensely.
I was taught to speak to the point, just get to the point, I have no intention to be overly blunt. So, I drive the roads of Denver everyday. I am...
It happens. Keep posting and reading.
@Dgar2413 where did you get your reference? My only point is that I am a curmudgeon and like to see a link. Copy the home page if you don't have...
Sharp coin Eli!
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