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Both PCGS and NGC plastic and inserts are made in China, I can confirm this from first hand information.
Looks fun!!
Yep, that's a modern Chinese counterfeit. Mushy, pitted devices... Date too large...Funky color... It's definitely fake.
I agree, It's a details coin for the obverse scratches.
Congrats! I've got one of those ordered... In the blue color tho. Should be here in a couple months.
I second that. Mike's word is the gospel when it comes to error coins. His study and experience is second to none.
hahaha! no
I use these. You can grab the coin vertically and maintain good control over it. [ATTACH]
I wonder if I can get moon money for mine. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=371054908653&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT
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The reason is that these sets are heavy... Take up lots of room...And are not worth a ton... A lot of these dealers fly with their inventories so...
I use E-Zest when dipping.
That's a big part of the learning curve... Sometimes it is too late.... I usually look at them under a really bright light to look for spots that...
Asking $1,500 delivered for this guy inside the US. PM with questions or for more info. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I use it full strengthen... I just do it quickly and make sure to neutralize well.
This beaut went out the door for grading today. I'll report back when it comes back.
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I have found that press drying on a cloth towel is the safest way to do it. No rubbing of course... just laying it out, making sure it's flat and...
Id guess PF65-66.
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