These notes were sold out of gumball-type machines as early as 1970 at supermarkets, etc. They were dispensed in generally clear plastic...
I don't recall reading any reports of the Mint intentially producing any Jefferson nickels made of aluminum. I suppose a foreign coin, or blank,...
This is the Garrett collection complete 1868 proof set from the cent to the double eagle struck in aluminum. [IMG] These were struck...
Actually, I still buy coins from dealers, with whom, I've bought from for years. No picture, just the dealer's description, and his word that...
It looks a lot like a lamination. Tough to tell for sure, but I see a lot of those on modern, high-production coins.
These are the mintage figures from my 2004 Krause. Values of bullion coins usually follow closely along with the spot price. Oddly enough,...
Excellent advice, Frank. Thanks for your insight.
I was able to find recently sold 1942/1-D dimes, in your specified TPG slab, on Heritage's auction archives, but no Phil. issues were sold...
I wouldn't "submit" any of those coins to a TPG. Here's an article worth reading, before you decide to enter into the realm of TPG......
Hope this helps. [IMG]
Yes, it's one of my favorites too. Jefferson nickels are the only coins I collect as a series. I've collected them since I was a child, and...
I believe that there are approximately 145 pre-1982 cents to the pound. We must also keep in mind that these coins are made of bronze, not...
Sorry doc, didn't see your post.
Hi beau, Most serious coin collectors don't buy those. They are "novelty" items, not collector coins. It's up to you, but I would recommend...
Pretty fast shipping, too. Glad you're getting good use out of your reference books.
A "blemish"? [IMG] I'm sure glad my government wouldn't lie to me. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
It might be fun to see which variety of 1952 10 Markkaa you have. :) Variety I has three denticles under the "M". Variety II has two...
I suppose it could be a 4 Escudos. Not really a lot of clues provided in the OP....
That's great, Bruce. I like dealing with Brent-Krueger. They've got a wide selection of supplies and stuff.
Hi, I haven't read this book, but it may provide much of the info you are looking for. [IMG] United States Proof Sets and Mint Sets by Bill...
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