Many, many years ago, tavern owners used to paint some quarters red so they could use them in the gaming equipment that they leased. Occasionally,...
You need work on your photography. The coin is a spender. Chris
Ditto! Chris
Why didn't you respond to my comment in your earlier thread? a1scrapmetals said: ↑ Here is a 1890 Indian Cent 1c Graded ms65 GEM Unc RD By USCG...
I agree with Jersey. They were probably poorly maintained, and humidity or dampness got to them. Chris
All I see is a lot of post-mint damage. Chris
To me, the haze on this proof is fugly. I wouldn't buy it with Larry's money. Chris
Ditto! Ouch! Stop that! Chris
Other than the United States Coast Guard, I've never heard of USCG. Chris
It appears that it was a "Show Special" produced by the Perth Mint, but not authorized by the ANA. Chris
No. The ANA also issued single medals in addition to these sets, and they go back quite a long time before these were issued. I used to have a...
Here ya go! [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Chris
Spend it! Chris
It is called an "Impaired Proof". Chris
It looks like circulation damage to me. Chris
@Histman What I have is a complete collection of the ANA 3-medal sets that were issued for the national conventions for the years 1969-1982....
Nah! I was born in August. I meant that he should have a Happy Birthday in addition to a Merry Christmas. Chris
All the same, @kanga , I hope you have a Happy Birthday! as well. Chris
First, welcome to the neighborhood, Joe! Actually, it looks like die deterioration doubling to me rather than machine doubling. Either way, it is...
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