It looks genuine but probably cleaned, or at least dipped to death. So many seated dollars have been messed with, that I would only purchase one...
As previously stated, just factor in the "juice" as part of your bid and don't go over your self imposed limit.
Love that blue on the rev!
I like the OP's coin, totally original and served its purpose in the channels of commerce. I find it very appealing for its condition.
Looks like a granular cast fake to me.
With respect to the 2 Barbers that Doug posted: the 97-O has streaks and very little luster given the overall lack of wear. It also looks like...
On a lot of these the BER on the band was polished off the die. This one looks EF cleaned/dipped/polished. Finding an example with more...
Thanks! From CRO.
Swimmin' with the whales, Matt! Beautiful proof.
Many, many seated coins have been cleaned. If you buy them raw you will encounter cleaned coins. Using a point source light, like an LED...
Alternative name: the "Bagel O" (more acceptable in NY and Philly; In NO maybe the "Beignette O (although beignette lack a hole). Just...
I think it should be renamed the "Cheerie-O"
If choosing a Trade dollar for a type example, I would consider something like this one (I have no connection to the seller)...
sorry, posted wrong image!
I think that was a good move, Seba79. No need to be in a hurry and feel free to post anything you have questions about. Happy collecting!
A fun series. They look great in MS and proof, and in lower grades as well. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
Here's a link to the 2004 Heritage auction pics and description...
OK, thanks, no worries!
Trade Dollar, 1876-S, DDO.
I like the look of the '34; it's a little hard to assess the 18-s due to the reflected light; might have some interesting toning. I'd probably...
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