I think Palladium is pure speculation. No reason for it to be above Pt, and so close to Ag.
62BN due to a lack of luster.
Thanks for starting this. Currency does have more collectible topics than coins.
I believe these are "Hell Notes" used in Chinese funerals for money that can be used by the dead in the afterlife. Not anything intended to be a...
I think if you can diffuse the light, you may have something. It has that 'deer in the headlights' shine.
Nope, just wear and oxidation. You can see some of the copper near the edge.
Dates and topic/person weren't listed.
Looks like part of Jefferson's shirt or tie.
The last "fresh" coin I can think of hitting the market was the 1854-S Half Eagle that just sold at auction. As Shakespeare said, "there is...
No shaming, just repeating what was said historically. The Bust Half has one of the devoted followings in American numismatics. So obviously,...
Don't forget Reich's fat mistress.
These are not from the Thomas Jefferson or Botanic Gardens sets. These are just circulation strikes that have been damaged.
Not flashy with luster, so I am at 64+.
Looks right, but better are available in the same grade w/CAC. Toning does not add to appeal.
Looks phony to me. Looks casino the obverse with pitting, an uneven rim and poor denticles.
Where are you getting the 0.4g weights for the foil?
The varieties may pertain to the edge stampings.
I would check to see if you could testify via Skype, or have your testimony read in court. They make a lot of allowances for distance.
Thank you Ancient guys! You are true Numismatists, and cordial beyond compare.
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