I know but I can't recall ever thinking that I would not buy a coin because of some die condition lines. What prevented me from bidding on the...
I just can't buy that Doug. Die cracks are much more easily identifiable and usually more pronounced and they have very little effect on price as...
Proof Jeffersons from the early 60's with rose to violet toning are a dime a dozen and carry very little premium even when certified. This coin...
Doug, The reason for my indifference is simple. Die condition lines are essentially ignored in the grading process and have very little effect...
I agree, an NGC or PCGS certified MS63-65 (depending on budget) would be a great gift idea. He already has one he can carry, now he can have one...
It looks like ddoom is passing, the floor is open to anyone who wants to post a coin.
Doug, Everytime I have seen a coin in auction that had raised lines in either the fields or devices, the lines were described as die polishing...
I have to say that this is an absolutely incredible collection of Kennedy Half Dollars. As a Jefferson Nickel collector, I know all too well the...
I took the liberty of removing your link and inserting the photo of my walker so that everyone can see them side by side. I have also taken the...
I agree, state quarters are one of the most important events for numismatic history. They introduced millions of people to the hobby and...
You guys are getting pretty good at this! Jallengomez nailed it almost instantly. [img] I am a little surprised that nobody noticed from...
I am declaring ddoom the winner. I paid $39.15 for the coin from Heritage on 8/31/10. Ddoom, please post a coin or pass your option.
I love me some rainbow toned circulated coins. I really think that Mercury Dimes are the easiest to find. [img]
I have no idea how much you would pay for it. And the that is an average strike for a 1950-D, here is a weak strike for the date/mm. [img]
Doug, You know that your guess is what I would pay, not what you would pay, don't you?
I think you can only post a poll if you are the originator of the thread. I suggest that you start your own thread and post your poll. I think...
Here is my advice on the subject. Before purchasing any toned coins, learn as much as you can on the subject. Here are some links to get you...
Let's keep rolling. This coin was purchased 2 months ago in a no reserve auction. The Numismedia Wholesale value is $27. [img] [img] What...
do tell!
Sometimes I really hate them. Look what they did to my photo. [img] But after watching that Keifer Sutherland movie, I guess I should be...
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