I thought the date was a logotype (4 digit punch) at this time, thus the slanted last digit of date shown in the OP's coin would be impossible....
IMO, trading is dangerous because you have to really understand the value of two coins as opposed to one. That said, it does have some tax...
Which graders did you speak with? Would you please post photos of the coins you know are AT and are in PCGS holders? Thanks...Mike
55
Really? Why do you say so?
The challenge with prooflike gold is that unless you collect them in extremely high grade, they show marks/hairlines much worse than regular...
65, 64
Looks like a solid 64 to me.
Go for it! Be sure to use a cheap coin and post photos of the results! I think applying heat (and chemicals) to all types of coins are...
If that's really the biggest lie you've ever heard, you are either young or have lived a very sheltered life. ;) I guess I must be jaded, as...
I'm not sure, but he comes in several flavors. [img] :)
You boys better bring your A game. :kewl: Oh yeah, please leave out the 3rd world slabs -- using them makes a good guess more important than...
Coincidence? Do you see any causal linkage between the article (and the forum talk) and the rising prices? Before you get the wrong idea, I'm...
Not sure if this one was the one you had, but hoping it will suffice. :) [img]
Duplicate post.
You are certainly entitled to define "natural" however you want, but the TPGs in practice disagree with you and slab those coins all the time.
Please define "very long". I've seen coins stored in a Wayte Raymond albums get a rainbow toning in a little over a year. Typically, it takes...
I think I need a root canal after viewing this thread - too many sweet coins! :D
"Yes" and "the application of heat", respectively. Don't believe me? Take a few brand new nickels and put them in the oven at various...
No need for more accuracy -- the scale you've used is fine. As for my opinion -- it hasn't changed. The coins looked real to my eye, and I...
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