Rounded bust = no L Bruce
My first 1864 L is also worn to the point that the L is no longer there. I bought it on Ebay and the seller stated that he thought it was an L "64...
Really interesting error coin. Would love to own one. Bruce
While I know this coin is graded by NGC, IMO, it still looks like it has hairline scratches running from 11 to 4 o'clock. While it may be on the...
It's always a good practice to go over great coin buying advice before you buy on an impulse. Or at any time, for that matter. Thanks Carl for...
The reverse eliminates the possibility of it being an 1877. In the condition it is in, there is not much left to discuss. Nice find though. Bruce
I've always wanted a 16 D since the Mercs were my favorite coin as a kid. This coin has so many problems I don't think it would satisfy my...
1908-S Indian Head Cent Grading Set - The First Branch Mint Cent I found this post on "1908-S Indian Head Cent Grading Set - The First Branch...
Excellent topic. Well appreciated. Bruce
Now that's funny! Someone will make a fortune on these MJ gold plated coins. If you had the ability to produce these types of collectible pieces...
Nice. Great info and examples used. Bruce
Die States, or, The Journey of a Die from First Strike to Terminal State I found this post on "Die States, or, The Journey of a Die from First...
Great advice. Some of us (OK all) had to learn the hard way. It's a good list to go over before you buy an expensive or rare coin. Bruce
My unsolicited list of 20 collecting tips/comments/advice... I found this post on "My unsolicited list of 20 collecting tips/comments/advice..."...
Very nice set of Franklins you've got there. Bruce
There's always eBay. Bruce
The first photo makes the coin looks dull and the light evenly diffused. It seems to be slightly out of focus. Or is it me? The second photo has...
Definitely, post mint damage!! Bruce
I just got my replacement set of the US Mint 2009 clad proof set and was wondering if I'm too picky or are these sets mostly imperfect? I don't...
IMO it's a MS62 due to the distracting marks on the obverse in the focal areas. It does have a nice strike for an O mm. That would keep it from...
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