I see green stuff on both sides, which leads me to believe it was sent to NCS to remove PVC residue. I really see just a couple of hairlines, so...
Looking at the 2nd set of photos, it looks like a nice MS63-ish coin to me. To tell if it has been lightly cleaned, I would take an LED flashlight...
coin 1, I'll say F-12. coin 2, VF-20, but the rim dings would net it at F, I think. used ANA 6th ed. for grading.
Bowers' REd Book Guide on Morgans is very interesting and helpful if you want to collect the N.O. Morgans in MS. I have been lackadaisically...
Here's one that sold on Heritage, graded F2 (has a bit less wear than the coin under discussion) and no denticles to be seen. Even the AU and MS...
To me, it looks worn, but genuine. I have seen examples of older bust coinage on Heritage with very weak peripheral striking- for some reason-...
I've had no problems with an acetone soak for up to 4hrs in a covered glass dish. I've also poured scalding water (170 deg.) over coins to remove...
Good advice. Most of the raw ones on eBay are fakes.
I bought a Saint for my type set last year and haven't regretted it a bit. Nothing like holding one of those babies and watching the luster swirl...
Maybe not, but I have fun making my best guess and then seeing what's on the holder.
I think AU-53.
Thanks, I got the thumbnails to post finally but can't get them to enlarge by clicking on them! Anybody have a solution? I'm using the third...
Yes, Sundance, you are now infected with the slowly progressive CBH disease, characterized by infatuation with Bustie Halves and a craving for...
So, if he has it, and if it's real, he must be using eBay in the hopes of initiating contact and making an off-eBay sale, imo.
Judging by his response to one questioner, I'd say he's a bipolar off his meds.
Very nice coppers, Toad, and helpful links too.
Quote from Breen, p.400: "1854-O normal date, 54 touch.... (except no proofs)."
"I will always take an AU-58 over a low MS coin." My strategy too!
Nice looking coin, I'll guess AU-55
I think you showed admirable restraint. Later, you might regret the purchase if the graffiti began to get under you skin (might). Well written...
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