Nickels are just a gateway drug, Randy. Next thing it's bust halves, classic commems, and, yes, early copper. I said it. Just say no, Randy.
What's the likelihood that coins could be stored in old paper like that for decades and show no toning whatever? Doesn't pass the sniff test for me.
Well, before the grade was revealed, I was going 66 because I didn't see any marks on the large planar areas of the obverse or the sails on the...
I'll guess 66. great luster and looks "never messed with."
62 is such an odd grade, but I think on the TruViews I see a fair amount of chatter in the R obv field that may account for it. Lovely coin!
Do you use some kind of a stand for the phone?
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I'll guess 64,65 on the first 2,and 66 on the commems.
Really interesting toning, reminds me of some Columbian halves. I'll guess AU58, because I think I see a hint of rub.
Great write up! Well illustrated. thanks!
I think AU something, maybe 53, based on what I can see of field luster in the op. from the description, probably looks better in hand. Looks...
HIgh relief saint half disme chain cent Gobrecht dollar
67? Beautiful toning at this stage but there is not much room for further progression!
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That's a poor quality fake.
with a real doubled die, the secondary image has the same rounded relief as the primary image. for example, this trade dollar: [IMG] Note that...
Welcome to Coin Talk! I believe what you have is an example of strike or machine doubling, which is pretty common and not a doubled die. It is...
I'm with the real, but serious env. damage group.
Glad you found a coin you wanted. I have no interest in attending a show where people won't follow the basic guidelines ( like masks,...
I enjoy reading Gerry Fortin's daily blog on a regular basis. Today's blog has a section on his experience over time with pcgs/ngc grading and...
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