Just received my NEW 1875-S 20¢ piece. It wasn't intended to be an upgrade but it is (AU-55 to AU-58). It was intended to replace my darkly toned...
I buy some coins from an EAC specialist for my type set. Chris McCawley knows his stuff. But I am completing my FE/IHC set through another dealer...
From Big Bang Theory?
Edge reeding was used to prevent shaving. I can't see where dentils/denticles would prevent that.
BTW I turn 75 in 7 days. So for me OLD is before 1941. But I'm still alive and collecting (coins AND years) :D
Coins are only old if they are older than I. Ergo 1956 isn't old ;-)
My wife was a 33-year high school English teacher so I have to keep my spelling and usages correct.
The coin has two things going for it: 1. Keys tend to get generous grading. 2. The 1877 IHC is notorious for weak strikes. Looks like a serious...
DEFINITELY join the ANA first. I'm not even sure if they'll insure your coins if you are not a member. I also had my stamp collection insured by...
Because of its potential value send it to a TPG.
Don't forget that "demand" is also a factor. There may be only 10 of Coin X but if only 5 people want one then rarity is not as important factor...
I think that will catch up to him. eBay wants it's seller fees. I believe eBay keeps an eye on such activities.
And don't forget S&H.
One problem is, Red copper coins turn to RB and I don't think there's much that can be done about it.
Well, the purchase has become moot. The seller has turned down my BO. But I do appreciate the discussion, particularly the Die Lapped portion.
Took a number of years to get it but I think it was worth the wait. It's a PCGS MS-62, S-3 with an Eagle Eye sticker. Yes, MS, not PF. The S-3 is...
I placed a BO on the coin. It's on eBay (I suspect that's no surprise to anyone here). It was listed as AU and starting at $675. I noted to the...
I also have only one. Needed it for my type set.
Thanks for all of the input. I agree with your grade analysis. I DO want the coin but not at the price listed. And that doesn't even account for...
P.S. Stars 1 through 7 all appear to have the "halo outline".
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