I don't know about the coin itself gradofan but the "R' is part of a counterstamp that mostly doesn't show on the coin. Some of these old style...
Obsession H8? :D Bruce
One other thing I forgot to mention John was that back in the "old days" the letter "I" was often used in place of a "J" in initials. So if...
Same here dwhiz. I'm across the river in Jersey. It would be at least a two hour drive for me each way. I am thinking about it though. Bruce
That's a great medal dwhiz. BTW, are you going to the show? I'm thinking about it but it's a pretty good haul for me. Bruce
Nothing like a premeditated "foiling" Amanda. Bravo!! Well played. Make sure you get back to us with the details of her "response". OH, this is...
Wow, a tough R-8 PennyGuy. A great pickup for sure. I think Hayden is the best source for CWTs out there. BTW, just in case you didn't know he has...
Good to have you here Hubb. What kind of coins do you collect? Bruce
I collect a lot of numismatic related stuff too Circus. My favorites are counterstamps of course. It's surprising how many clubs, dealers and...
[ATTACH] This is a nice clear counterstamp I picked up the other day for a sweet price. It's presently unlisted and unattributed but I think I may...
A pretty rare coin then kolyan. How much does the hole hurt the value in your opinion? Bruce
Some nice examples of Mardi Gras pieces guys. Thanks for showing them. Bruce
Love your Mardi Gras stuff Circus. I think I have a few somewhere but will have to look around for them. My favorite is "For the Love of Carrots"....
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] Hi Jwt. I can't help you with the MPC's but there are a couple of really knowledgeable members on here who I'm sure will chime...
Kanga's right Silverhouse. They also have them posted in the lobby before you go in to the show. Bruce
I make a note of the table numbers of my favorite dealers - about a dozen or so - and go see them first. After that I take my time walking the...
We do Ken, thank you very much...... Oh, you're talking about ancient COINS! :D Bruce
This is a counterstamp I picked up at the same time I acquired the encased Lincoln Cent posted earlier. The issue has at least a dozen major...
Sorry about the triple post...not sure what happened there. Probably "operator error" though.:D Bruce
Also enjoy your posts Eugene. I do like the 1974 5 Piastres too. Bruce
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