There are some unc coins and Proof coins where brilliant does not apply, but it's never because the coins are toned or not. It's because they have...
Just as you said it is used to describe the finish and it is used with both business strikes and Proofs. It is also used to indicate that a coin...
Well, for example, take a look at the main menu bar at the top of the page. There's 2 things up there (they don't work yet) that were never there...
Same thing that happened to albums and groups. You can't just take data from 1 software program and import into another entirely different...
If memory serves, in the early days, and no I can't put a date on when it stopped or changed, (Conder might be able to), the mint shipped coins to...
Yes. But as you can see, most disagree.
Yes it would. But based on that pic there is a lot more wear than just rim wear on that coin. Based on that 1 side alone I would say it is at best...
As already suggested, forget the 3 cent silver. But to answer your other questions - You have to be a paid member to submit coins to PCGS. You...
If you are talking about looking at 2 individual coins, meaning coins not in mint issued sets, sometimes you can. But no, you can't always tell...
spock I have addressed and answered that question a hundred times in a hundred different threads. Can a collector make money ? Sure, if and only...
Good point.
There is no difference between business strikes and maundy coins in most cases. That's because maundy coins were taken from the business strike...
People have been able to do it for years simply by visiting www.numismaster.com.
Why not ? Because I did it for 15 years, few if any ever listened, so why continue ? Those who are willing to listen and want to learn usually...
In some cases yes, in others no. But if you look closely at all 3 of the coins you will find contact marks galore, light scratches, wear in the...
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