In addition to what @Coins4Eli said: Your 1802 large cent in an uncleaned state would have a retail value of about $150. Since it's been...
And it's why I don't either - now. But five years ago when I was just starting out on my numismatic journey, I bought this coin from an...
I will take the plunge: Purchased this 1811 half eagle from a dealer at Summer FUN 2021. This coin was not on my want list and I'd never...
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I agree. I voted F-12 and thought I was being generous. BTW, there is something going on between Star 12 and the dentils. Anybody have an idea?
I certainly appreciate your frustration. But I always take photos of all my coins, not just those sent away. Several hi-res photos with...
That is a very nice example of the 1820. Most of that date and the 1818 in high grade, particularly with the circumferential die crack, are...
The half dollar and the gold coins mentioned were in the mail to NGC for grading today. I'll post grades when I receive them.
F-12
I took this coin to my Local Coin Club meeting last night and showed it to some experienced collectors. They showed the same ambivalence that you...
I am considering submitting this raw 1858 half to PCGS for grading. Do you think it would straight grade or get a details? Please vote in the...
Putting aside the uncertainties of trying to grade MS gold from photos, I think that's a fine looking coin. Assuming that the luster is all...
Thank you @calcol for that very useful response. You put a lot of effort into that and it's appreciated.
I'm about to ship some coins to Great Collections. It's my first consignment and it will go Registered. But I don't have private insurance....
While I gave it a 55 in my initial response, I want to give a little more nuance: If it were to straight-grade, I think it would come in at 53...
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Gotta agree with @ToughCOINS. Is there a "rare and expensive coin" bias favoring this TPG and CAC grading decision?
Obviously a matter of opinion so here's mine FWIW: No, dings do not get the details designation every time. It depends on a number of factors...
Nice looking. But are those staples I see protruding into the clear window next to the coins' rims?
Latest. Bought from our own @bikergeek when he upgraded his PSGS Registry Set. Used to be owned by the late Steve Crain aka "Mr. Half Dime"....
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