I hadn't noticed, thanks for pointing that out. This is a really good looking coin when rotated under a light. The person I bought it from had...
I really like the op's coin, nice circulated example that looks totally original. I have this one, without an S, first pic at an angle to show...
cool artifact, amazing state of preservation for being made of straw.
Looks ok to me, light circ maybe au55, and an obv rim cud. A pretty cool coin.
A neat example of how art is all around and finds its way into everyday life. And onto nerdy coin forums!
Part of the charm of these is just the fact that they survived at all, after being buried, fallen between floor boards, whatever. Plus, they are...
I'd say One Really Big Step.
Anybody have a copy of Brunk's book on counterstamps?
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I prefer to use artificial light, and with 2 lights can control contrast and shadows. Since I use a heavy copy stand setup with an SLR, natural...
Good looking group! I really like the 1814.
That's a nice toner! Some of these have wild color. If that is a scratch on the obv, I'll guess Unc details. Otherwise MS62
Thought this thread could use a bump. PR67, cac [IMG][IMG]
Off to a good start; 2 tough ones look nice and original.
beautiful coin, struck in the 1830s for special presentation sets to foreign dignitaries. Like the 1804 dollars.
The re engraved hair just makes me think of... Bryl-Creem:wideyed:
It has its problems but it's an artifact, as shown by the repaired hole. Maybe it was nailed up over a saloon bar for good luck, who knows? I'm...
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