Exactly. These are very common, unfortunately. I think they are ugly.
As has been mentioned, the radius for a clip should be approximately the same radius as the coin. This is most likely a machine shop student...
Do you have questions about how to grade? Does some of the terminology we use on the boards here leave your head spinning? Do you want to...
I don't see any errors. Just a few marks and scrapes from a long time in circulation.
It is generally accepted in numismatics that bartering is the norm. Prices are flexible, and many dealers will go back and forth with you.
I don't understand your question. It is post mint damage.
Bob, that thing is gorgeous. Is it yours?
I think you mean well, usmc. I really think you do. But either you are not communicating your question well, or we are not understanding what you...
Yup. Squeezer reverse, environmental damage obverse.
In modern times, proof dies are not often used on business strikes. This was common in the 19th century, but not now. "Old Proof Dies" wouldn't...
I agree.
I make offers on items from time to time. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. It depends on the seller.
Hmmm... I don't see why they called it QC from your pictures.... In hand, does it have a bluish cast? In the pictures, it looks like your typical...
Great report. Interesting to hear your experience from the other side of the table.
To a collector of mint sets, yes. Realistically, there is a very small premium for the mint packaging. Modern mint sets are produced in large...
Well, those don't suck. ;) Haha, just kidding - those are amazing!
The palm print on the 85O instantly kills it in my book. I would not buy it. However, I know plenty of people would. The "Plus" really doesn't...
The last digit of that date was definitely not legible. You could squint and imagine something, but it was gone. If you had the time, you could...
And you got some darn nice coins to show for it :) Cherrypicking is harder to do in a big auction, but still possible. You've got to remember -...
That is unfortunate. If it was red when you sent it in, I'm guessing teh holder toned the coin. The old PCI holders were known for that. Send it...
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