I figure the A must be a business strike because of the obv. die crack. MS64? B and C must be proofs because the surfaces look flashy to me and...
I think it's a great idea for NGC to do this. I hope they will also photo-archive NCS items as well. We have seen fakes in NCS slabs out of SE...
Wow, amazing what a difference the lighting makes. I look at this picture, and say "Why is it a 62" then go back and look at the other photos and...
Unfortunately, most of these replica sellers list their email address in the auction listing, and will offer to provide unmarked copies to anyone.
From an archaeological standpoint, an important way of dating a particular stratum was lost as soon as it was removed from the ground.
LOL! Thanks!
My opinion is that they are genuine, but cleaned/polished to make them look better.
Is this an open book quiz, professor?
I'll post a link to these auctions on the CFe group for some other input.
Any chain cent is a "wow" coin in my book! I love the look!
Well, there are fakes, and there are fakes. The last 4 fake trade dollars I have handled were the correct weight and diameter, and required close...
does anybody have a popcorn icon I can borrow?
Sweet coin! that doubled date is really strong!! I'm no buffologist but I will hazard vf 30 and a nicely struck coin.
sounds like your dealer knows how to keep a loyal customer!
$10??? looks like a great deal to me.
Very nice, and a reasonable price too.
That's what I like about AU-58: the rub is really hard to see, and there aren't many bagmarks. And the price (usually) is right!
Good hunting!
My problem with the WTC coins is how some have chosen to market them-- using ads with all sorts of pseudo-patriotic verbiage and flag-waving...
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