Why did my brain read that as Blarney Stone?
Great thread, thank you. 1958 was my first proof set as it was my birth year. Since then I've filled in a few around it, I'd like to try and...
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Sounds like a lottery approach, better than the present system. Still the guy who logs in 5 hours in advance and gets the 12,999,000 spot in line...
I agree, and the Chrysler Building would be a nod to New York, too. I haven't seen it confirmed anywhere, though. I actually came across the...
I'm a sucker for automobilia and even though the 1950's-1980's are my favorite cars, I love the pre-war advertising. Picked this up for cheap....
Hey, no problem, that bump on the bottom of the wing was the first thing I noticed, too.
I think they are referencing the blob on the top of the wing, looks like a possible die chip. (OP's photo) [ATTACH]
In a bad situation, why would anyone trade valuable food, water, shelter, weapons, or ammunition for completely useless gold or silver?
The date was a giveaway to me but I collect Barbers. @KBBPLL diagnostics are terrific. Thanks to both of you guys for fighting the good fight.
You're probably right, although it's worth noting the 2009 sold for $52.95 when new. It will be interesting to watch the newer issues since the...
Chicks dig coin collectors, it's a fact. ;)
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Some solid designs. I like the wolves and the illusion of depth below the storks. All of them are pretty cool, though.
Orange hoodie but they just keep coming. :(
Thanks for the timely tip. i came across an odd coin in my wife's possession and remembered this post. Coinoscope found it on Numista right away....
The contrast of the "frosted" devices makes a dramatic first impression but doesn't measure up to the the traditional proofs, as shown in the OP's...
Seems odd they'd print "184-year-old coin" when it won't be true for long.
Fun and informative thread, thanks for posting. Interesting time in ancient Rome, for sure. Maximinus-thrax would be a good name for a metal band,...
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