I agree. I will always buy a problem free, original coin over anything else. I do not buy problem coins (I would rather have an unfillable hole...
I would really love to see some before and after pictures of coins conserved using any of the methods described in this thread. I understand the...
Using actual auction records and completed sales is definitely the best way to gauge the value of a coin. Sometimes this can be a laborious...
Your idea contradicts the essential reason that the TPGs have made their registries exclusive: its all about the brand. They think this...
I discovered this beauty, now listed by CONECA as 1951 DDR-005 [IMG]
I've posted it many times before, but I really like this coin. I have a clear top 4 or 5 favorites in my collection, and this is one of them:...
There are a few people interested in the same thing, posting on the NGC forums:...
Does the Sear series cover Roman Republic coinage? How/when do each of these "imperial" series begin coverage?
I am just getting into ancient coinage, and I want to build a respectable library of course. I've looked at RIC, but it is quite expensive. I am...
The Owl ranks up there with the Alex Tet on the list of coins that everyone should own. I don't have an Owl yet, but I want one.
It doesn't look blast white or cleaned, and it appears that it may be attractive. The color in the photographs is strange, but I think that is a...
Yes, I would rather grade conservatively. However, the difference between MS-61 and MS-67 is an extreme and significant difference. Most of the...
You say that, but the $171 enabled me to peg the grade: a solid AU.
Several misconceptions here in this thread, I'll try my best to clear them up: 1. The CAC sticker has no relation to the star at all. CAC does...
I'm a bit late, but I would have said 66 based on what I'm seeing. Congrats on a nice coin. Out of curiosity, what made you say 61? Can you...
I sent an email to them requesting they cancel and refund my paid membership, and received the same reply. The lady said she had forwarded my...
I don't have anything to add, but I really enjoyed reading this thread!
That's a pretty cool chalice. I could definitely drink a Lafite or Margaux outta that thing.
This book will make a great Christmas present for anyone on your list! Have a kid that you are trying to get interested in the hobby? Give them...
I'm extremely disappointed by this decision. I have sent NGC an email requesting they terminate my membership and give me a refund. I have been...
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