Great coin Larry . . . either MS64 or an under-graded AU58, in which case I'd submit for an upgrade.
I guess I should have come to see you at Manchester.
A very scarce 1829 O-109a Capped Bust Half. The strike is weak, as is expected of this variety . . . [ATTACH] [ATTACH] A tough Choice BU 1914...
Your dime is a proof. It is likely that all of the proofs possess a full torch, and carry no premium.
They're out there, waiting just for you . . . yes, you!
Agreed, that color looks perfectly fine to me too.
MS64 MS65+ MS65
The copper plating of zinc cents is a process with which I am unfamiliar. For example, when, where and how are they plated? Does anyone out...
Yes. First off, when cutting a coin from plastic as you have, do not cut so close to the coin, as you will minimize the chances of damaging it...
Of course . . . Might it have been some disbelieving newbie who first consulted with CT members and decided we didn't know anything, or wanted to...
Not only the inconsistent design details, but the relief is wrong, as is the poor penetration of the reverse die into the planchet, mirrored...
Actually, it looks to me as though most collectors of ASE would suspect it in hand.
Very nice example, thanks for sharing. It is not often that one sees such a well-centered broadstrike.
Definitely a better date. Either XF Details (light cleaning) or market graded vf35.
58
AU55
Yes, the values of metals-related numismatic items can move substantially. Better dates tend to rise less and fall less than common dates do.
I agree, this coin looks questionable to me too. I hesitate to declare it fake from these images, but if it is returnable, I would return it.
Agreed . . .
Intensely lustrous 1864 Half Dime with loads of die clash . . . [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
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