I like the idea of going back to the half dime. For no other reason than finally being able to put the Roosevelt collection to bed.
If you plan to go back into the 18th century, I would suggest going all certified. Chinese counterfeits have become quite good and trick some...
I can't see any modern circulation coin, regardless of the origin country ever being worth much of a premium over face value because they are...
Now that is one really cool error. Are there any population numbers for these?
To me 400 would be a good buy, but 450 still seems high. Its just too hard to properly judge a problem coin for value by an image, the color...
Thanks Ken, I've been stuck in south Africa for the past few months trying to make a few chemical plants a little greener. I had a hard time...
Though problem free 1794s are not that common, I would wait for a nicer example for the money. Not worth 499 to me.
While none of the designations mean much to me while I have the coin in hand and can examine it, they mean plenty if I am doing site unseen...
Is there a technical term for this effect Rick? I'm sure there is, but just can't remember what it is called.
I've been stuck in Africa for several months, and I couldn't think of a better way to rejoin you guys than to participate in the Secret Santa...
The 1883 is a bit different when it comes to proof and circulation strike prices. Since there were only 4,000 business strike and a little over...
It should not get a details grade unless the surfaces of the coin has been in some way been damaged by the dip. Most graded coins of any age have...
The strike is a little weak, so I don't think that it would hit 65, but still a nice purchase for $8.
Please don't take down the original posts after questions have been answered, it helps others to learn.
I worked for Blanchard for a few years. What they did was cater to the very high end customer, but in doing so, they would pay high margins on a...
Yep, XF
I'm not sure, either way I think I would stay away.
I see what you are saying, but I would expect some frostyness around the devices similar to the OPs first coin if it were caused by cleaning....
I don't know, it has indications of cleaning, but I think that it is actually die polish lines.
Congratulations. I spoke with you grandson, he likes gold. :)
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