What are the dimensions of the replica? And the weight? I think replicas that are clearly differentiated are good teaching tools, and I can...
I have no idea what this is. Any ideas? www.flickr.com/photos/georgemo/8451316404 www.flickr.com/photos/georgemo/8450226631
I agree - there's some fun history in those, and they're often available cheaply. I think most people (even fairly well educated numismatists)...
Do we not have any large cent collectors on the board?
Dallas Rare Coin & Silver has been my favorite in the Metroplex for a few years. But, please leave the bulk bin alone. MY PRECIOUS! I had a bad...
This is interesting: http://todaynews.today.com/_news/2013/01/21/16623719-couple-glues-60000-pennies-to-bedroom-floor?lite&lite=obnetwork But,...
Dipping = damage. Think about it; you're talking about using chemicals to strip off the outer layer of the coin. Reputable sellers would note...
I don't know the medal, but the inset coin is the reverse of the 1926 US Oregon Trail Half Dollar: http://www.commem.com/prod08OR.htm
Beautiful coins there.
Any fans on the board? What do you think of this?...
I'm teaching a class on Counterfeits and Fakes & am looking for examples. If you've been burned or have come across an interesting fake in a bulk...
Some great foreign coins. I've got some of those too! And, ahem, the 1903 peso is from the United States (the US Philippines were a territory then).
Assuming that all of the Morgans turn out to be real, it sounds like you made a reasonable offer (for both yourself and for the seller)....
It looks like at least one of those coins is a XX Cash coin from the East India Company. Probably shipwreck salvage from the Admiral Gardner...
Bump...
Any large cent collectors willing to help a newbie ID this variety? I would guess the grade as G4 to VG8 (and the last would be very generous...
If you're offering $40 for a mix like that, I can get you twice as many coins for the same price. Just send me a PM. Seriously, those look like...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/georgemo/8412296961/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/georgemo/8412298477/ It's silver toned (aluminum?) and the...
I'm leaning towards C9 (bent stem variety).
Any opinions on this?
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