I saw what you saw, but it is damage. The angle is wrong for the typical waves. I received the coin yesterday and was pleasantly surprised it...
I seriously suspect the next change will be elimination, not a composition change.
It's pretty much nailed as a VG-F details with the usual rough life. This is why a problem free coin carries a significantly higher premium. (or...
I'll do that. Thanks.
It was actuall a little lucky on my part. I knew right away it wasn't the S-214 and bid thinking it would have to be the rarer S-215. Only after I...
I'm inclined to agree with you and chalk up the potential similarities to the Reverse B chip and clash to coincidental damage. I looked carefully...
I just received my Walter Breen's Encyclopedia of Early United States Cents 1793-1814 and the second coin I looked at had the same image for both...
I applied and now I just have to see if I qualify.
I didn't know it existed.
That's one exceptional Half Cent.
I did a little research and a perfect die S-213 was sold earlier this year on Ebay, so the perfect die (Die State 1) has been observed.
I recently purchased this 1801 on Ebay and I'm expecting it in any day. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120632540107 [IMG]...
This is a marvelous coin. I do suspect it's darker than shown; however, since the holder appears a bit light in color. But Large Cents rarely have...
Never underestimate the ignorance of those indoctrinated at public expense when they should be educated.
Try submitting a (Early or Middle Date) Large Cent Question. Those are becoming scarce.
Considering the above, what would Teletrade give my coin? [IMG]
Even with every possible excuse, it doesn't deserve a grade over VF20.
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I think you are disappointed because often, coins are exposed to bring out detail rather than natural tone. This is not uncommon with copper where...
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