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Nice coins and great photos! I really like that trade dollar.
It doesn't look natural to me, but either way I don't care for it.
I use acetone on everything except aluminum. I've never had a problem with it on copper like some people say. To me, it is a helpful and wonderful...
I know NGC designates FBL on strong AU pieces, I have seen several of them. I have also seen many MS-62 FBL pieces, there is a 49 62FBL on Ebay...
Ebay is a great place to buy, if you know what you are looking for and know about what you are looking for. It is also a very dangerous place if...
First, weigh it to make sure its the correct weight. If it is, then yes, it was struck through a very clogged die. If not, then we can talk more.
Rotated dies at 180 degrees are mighty cool
The problem with the CAC standards, and why they also are worthless in my opinion, is that they also follow the inadequate PCGS standards. They...
No, it is not FBL, and no, it is definitely not worth sending in for grading. It is circulated, and would grade no higher than AU - a $15 coin at...
I agree with the VF++ grade. That is a gorgeous half dollar, especially the flawless reverse, and I would be very happy to own it. I'm trying to...
I don't seen anything on that coin which will be affected by acetone. On the other hand, it can't hurt. I pretty much always give my coins an...
Those appear too large for prongs. Thank goodness too, cause I hate the prongs. Those are some very nice talers!
I posted this over on the NGC boards, thought I'd share here. Modern day Cameroon was originally claimed by the French in the 19th century,...
Grading by UK standards, I would agree with gF for them. Grading by American standards, I would say they qualify for VF.
Very nice addition to your set!
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