I've bought several coins in NTC holders and bid with the assumption they would grade two points lower if they were in PCGS or NGC holders. A...
I like original looking coins but the fact is, older coins usually have some sort of toning due to the environment they were in or have been...
Yours was the one I was mentioning; absolutely spectacular!
On a different thread someone posted his set of matte proof early Lincoln cents and each had unbelievable light toning of differing colors....
I did routinely from one seller. I had to chuckle because the coin he sent each time could be found in common change. The 2x2 cardboard holder...
Isn't this a reflection of the world economy? The United States is not as big of a player as it used to be while numerous other countries...
April fools!!
From a supply and demand viewpoint it would tell me that the bubble was caused by increased demand since the supply side didn't appreciably...
As mentioned earlier, the main thing that would determine if it is a 1944 is the last numeral. Since the other digits are clear it seems very...
Given today's political climate I wouldn't put much faith in historical records. The disparity in incomes today is not very encouraging.
Yes and no. Yes the prices are good now but don't expect them to go up in value any time soon.
I'd shy away from any outfit that advertises on television. Just think of the overhead they have to account for. I cringe at coins being sold on...
A details early Lincoln proof
Wow!!
Advertising isn't free and the cost is passed on to the buyer. I always thought their coins were over priced and wouldn't buy from them.
I was just trying to make a point about population reports. I have no idea as to how many slabbed coins are cracked out and resubmitted....
Actually the population won't remain steady (at least in the TPG population reports). Say all of a given coin and date were certified with 100 at...
You are assuming an instant market response to gradeflation. It seems to me that coins cracked out and resubmitted and getting a higher grade...
Yes, the internet has changed the hobby in a big way. It has provided many more choices for a wide spectrum of collectors.
I'd guess MS 64+
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