Based upon the analysis work that many on this site perform examining coins with bad strikes etc. brings to mind a new term, at least to me....
The current bid on that little beauty is $16,000. Sterling silver Apollo 11 medals have sold for as much as $80,000 and a unique 14kt gold one...
Not a surprise as two of the most famous astronauts were from Ohio, Neil Armstrong and John Glenn.
Below is a Fliteline medallion that was on the first manned flight of the Gemini program. The astronauts commissioned medals for all of their...
I purchased a copy of the book directly from Mr. Cronin. It is very detailed and informative. Now if I could just find one of those nickels.
I'm in, but if my number should come up I designate YN @Abramthegreat as my proxy.
I do have a copy of the Breen and Gillio book. I purchased it used and it was not inexpensive. I would imagine that since it is proving difficult...
Did you try researching it through NGC? It does not fall into those California fractional gold coins covered by Breen and Gillio.
Congratulations.
RIP Jim. You are finally at peace.
Gotta love those German lenses.
A loupe is a tool and it advisable to buy the best quality. Loupes with triplet lens can be purchased from 10x to 30x magnification. Triplet lens...
Why would someone do that to currency?
I have a small subset of 25 elongated cents from world's fairs, exhibitions etc. All pre 1939. I keep looking for one that shows a Zeppelin on it....
This Walking Liberty half dollar is in my type set. 1940, Prf-66 with a green bean. [IMG]
I've had my eye on this kingly specimen for the last six months. I was able to negotiate a small reduction in price and it's now mine. 1911 George...
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As pappy used to say, "ya done good."
Paddy, thanks again and will do.
Thank you, I am much obliged.
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