My first thought was die clash, but the lines are on the high points, not the low points -- exactly opposite of what you would expect in a clash....
Don't like this one either -- too white.
Here's my lone FH example: [img][img]
I think you will find tha the definition of full head is quite subjective and you will find no hard an fast rules. The TPGs, in particular, are...
cleaned
FYI, the coin is an Newcomb 2 variety (R-1). Your example shows some neat rusting of the die, too...Mike
I would grade the coin F 18...Mike
Lack of demand.
The green may be PVC damage, but it is much more likely this is simply corrosion. Copper frequently corrodes this green color and the areas where...
To me it looks like AU.
If you're asking that question, you're not done. :D Regardless, congrats on the accomplishment!!! Do you have a pic of the entire set?...
My guess is NGC graded it a 66. The coin has very satiny luster, and is very nice. I like it...Mike
Adjustment marks were long since history by 1855. What you are seeing are scratches on the holder that appear to be on the coin...Mike
Looks like a smoker owned these coins. I've seen similar toning result from storage in a smoky environment...Mike
I think the marks you're seeing are on the holder, and this coin is properly graded. Not particularly attractive (to me), but properly graded...Mike
Is this really unc? Who cares -- I wouldn't wager $80 from a seller with no return policy to find out, and the mottled toning makes the coin...
I know if I were your father-in-law, I'd be very happy. :)
Wow, another 6k certified in only two weeks. They've been very busy....Mike
No and no. Coins are not an investment as far as I'm concerned....Mike
[img] This was from about 2 weeks ago...Mike
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