I do not ever recall silver dollars being melted. Maybe in 1980, but they always sell for a premium to other junk silver, so why would you destroy...
I find for common coins like IHC and the like, book value and Ebay prices for an individual date are always too much. If I wanted to buy IHC I...
Well we know you are busy looking at coins all day sir, and you are an invaluable resource for us here. I almost said 5, but you hadn't posted...
Its because the plastic and the little paper insert is what we collect, right? The little bit of metal inside is just an afterthought. I am...
Well, we got that going for us then. :) Thanks for the happy thoughts. Chris
I was actually composing a response when I saw this post. Honestly, I was going to comment I like the first reverse better because of the Victory....
I haven't noticed, but it always happens that way. I take it as mini-hoards hitting the market. I like to buy when I notice them, as frequently...
I stand corrected of course. Sorry OP, I was ignoring the first reverse shot and thought the second reverse shot was the same coin just shot at a...
I would agree with the 62, especially with the black spot on the top of the obverse, I would simply bet a TPG would grade it 63 today. If they...
Like me? :) My comment was more being able to see the real coin. I doubt I will ever own an octodrachm, or many other great rarities, but if I...
You think they are two different coins Doug? I was assuming one coin, and thought the third pic was "emperor dragging captive from hut" type, and...
While I thought the OP article pretty ill informed and poorly researched, yours jjack is downright scary. I know the intent of the law is to allow...
Plus there is a "give a crud" factor. Most dealers simply do not wish to list cheap coins, due to expense of processing the order. Inexpensive...
Not to be a jerk, but I would also recommend you learn to grade yourself sir. If you collect coins, this is probably the best thing you can do for...
Well, to me, collectible coins are simply not an asset worthy of investment. I am not saying bad things about coins, they simply have these bad...
The "one great truth" I can share with you about coin collecting is this: If you don't love the coin today, you won't love it tomorrow. The...
I agree, well actually I own some counterstamps but seeing them through Bruce's eyes makes them more appealing. Mine were found in group lots,...
Like others have suggested, its impossible to really answer not knowing many more things. 1. How liquid are you? What is the chance you may...
Yes its a great point. The Merrill fund was pointed to as one of the causes of the rapid rise in 65 prices, and its bust when the Merrill fund...
I agree with SQG, I would guess old cleaning and retone. The old cleaning does not look harsh, but I would wish to see it in hand to make sure....
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