Just shows you can't trust the grade on the holder, or that silly CAC sticker. That coin got a 2 point bump for the very attractive color. Dang,...
I simply cannot believe it got a 65 with all those huge marks on the cheek. And I really can't believe CAC thought it was a premium 65 at that.
Yes, it is. You can read all about it in the article I wrote here:...
What is a baptismal taler? It looks quite large. I love the patina. Congrats!
Many of us aren't on the PCGS boards. Link?
Your 1921 is an EF coin - so much of the high point detail has worn off. If you compare a BU 1921 to a BU 1922, you should notice a huge...
If it was cleaned, it was a very, very old cleaning that has toned over. The coin appears to be market acceptable on that front. I'm a little more...
My newest prooflike coin is also now my oldest! I am pleased to show this gorgeous piece of copper to you all. This is a 1770 Halfpence from...
Has anyone gotten to see any of the displays of the Tyrant Collection? I keep hearing about it, and it sounds amazing:...
Here is a counterpoint article, in favor of MS-70 coins. I find this debate to be interesting, although I'd never pay the premium for a 70 coin:...
Read the article about it here:...
Thanks for the clarification. It's all good. I'm not a fan of corgis, you're not a fan of prooflikes. We can still be friends ;)
It isn't part of the numerical grade, no. It is a designation, as you say. It's in the same category as FBL, FS, etc - some people like them and...
The answer to your question will vary greatly based on what kind of coin it is, what metal, what type of corrosion, how bad it is, how widespread...
You mean like this? (graded NGC 65PL) The 1968D is really tough, with only 6 graded, and the 1969D is hard, with only 18 graded. The 1970D is...
I agree that it is an attractive piece, and that the reverse is stronger than the obverse. I think it gets a 40 though, because I just don't think...
It is kind of hard to tell with these pictures, but I agree that it looks like there are some marks across his face. I think an MS-60 price is fair.
Some of us really, really like PL coins: [IMG]
I love prooflike coins, and I have spent many years specializing in them. I think your coin has strong prooflike tendencies, but I don't think...
Yes, I understand the line drawing's importance in the history of numismatics. However, this thread is about books for beginners. Line drawings...
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