Certainly not a Gobrecht dollar expert. But it disturbs me when a coin this rare is not slabbed. And I want to follow this thread.
And on a Sunday too!
That half looks like artillery shrapnel.
Crud!!! I must have dreamed I read acetone in your post. Time for me to go to bed! Sorry bout that.
Go to page three of coin chat. Thread is called “Is Acetone Really The Trick”.
Hey man! Nice pick up.... There is a recent thread I believe in the Coin Chat section that goes in detail about acetone dipping. I was following...
I have had a number of these over the years. I believe the coin is genuine. Not a rare date and has been used for it’s intended purpose. I believe...
I thought my phone was acting out for a second. That’s cool. Some nice Jefferson’s too.
That is one hacked up cent. Never ceases to amaze me why folks will abuse cash so.
So true. In all my years of collecting I have sold very few coins. But I have given away countless coins to youngsters. The dollars never felt...
I posted this before. Not my coin. I did however take a day off and drive two hours to view it when it was discovered. Lieutenant George Dixon...
^^^ Wish there was a “I Like This A Bunch” button.
Wonderful gift. And sharing a bit of hindsight.... I am now up in the years with grandkids of my own. When I was a much younger man I had a hand...
Very cool coin and what a neat story.
What a cool story! I often say I wish that coin could talk. Yours did!
I visit the South Carolina state capital from timebto time. It tickles me that in the senate chambers there is a portrait of every president but...
Yes, I would absolutely say that $380.00 is strong. That is about what I paid for the seated half in my avatar. If they aren't willing to move on...
I happen to like this one. I believe you are at every bit of XF. I think the surface presents as an honest 165 year old finish. Personally I would...
This is so well said. This whole thing with mint errors is such a tiny part of what this hobby is about. Learn to enjoy the rich history that lies...
Over sensitizing things as is done these days helps nobody. Completing your grandfathers collection on the other hand honors your grandfather....
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