p.s. and please don't EVER buy a coin without a return privilege (edited to add: or abililty to see in-hand, such as at a show or shop) -- copper...
You should also consider seeking out Doug Brid -- another of the EAC dealers who doesn't mind at all talking with collectors and sharing his...
You have gotten great advice so far. Not much I can add, except be patient and look at a lot of coins (preferaby in-hand) before buying one...Mike
Among other things, the date is all wrong.
Pretty simple. If you are not satisfied, return it.
To some people, it is not about money. Personally, I'd rather sell a mint set to a collector than ruin it by introducing it into circulation.
Not real, but neat.
I'd guess VG-10 or F-12, and probably leaning towards the former...Mike
Just a guess. ;)
I think the pics are too small for me to say much, other than it's a nice coin and slab grade. When does it arrive? ;)
My sense is it is post mint damage of a matron head or matron head modified (1816-1839) large cent. You can tell it is not a later date large...
p.s. I have even larger photos, if that would be helpful. PM me.
I tihnk it is a proof, and the photos are deceptive. The die seems to match the one from my collection: [img] [img] Although the date on...
Elaine, As I hope you understand, silver/gold is nowhere near record highs, unless you fail to take into account inflation.
Thank you all for your comments and guesses. Here are my subjective thoughts on the coin, and having the benefit of having the coin in-hand.......
NGC graded the coin MS 66*. I'll post later this evening my subjective thoughts on the coin. Until then...have fun...Mike
Cheaters! ;)
That looks TOO good to be a 63. What am I not seeing in the photos? Regardless, a great date and coin too!
Thank you for the comments. I appreciate it.... Holding the coin in my hand, I can tell you that I don't see any scratches or wear. While...
Was that a yes or a no? ;)
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