I agree it is difficult to justify the hefty price for some numismatic reference materials. This is especially true when considering relatively...
I assumed that most of us here have our fair share of similar stories. I enjoyed reading the responses, and the comment about the "little guy with...
I am sure that most collectors have run across a coin that they desired to add to their collection, but for some reason, it took longer to do than...
It is an attractive coin, but I am going to go with no star.
Very cool thread and great write-up @thejewk! I was doing a bit of background research on my recent additions when I came across this thread. My...
This is not my area, but I like the reverse design. 1819 Spain 8 Maravedis [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
No offense is taken. Yes, it is genuine. It matches all of the die diagnostics according to Peck and has the same strike characteristics one would...
1797 Great Britain 2 Pence [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I have always used PowerPoint to create side by side images, which works okay for pictures that taken on my iPhone, as well as my newish DSLR...
As you all guessed, this one did not get a star.
I am not quite sure when/where I bought this. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Nothing fancy, but I liked the look. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I assume the floor is open. What do you guys think about this one? [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Very nice set! The coins and the case indicate that it has been very well kept over the last 100+ years.
Welcome to CT! Well I misread your post and assumed you were talking about copper. Sorry for the confusion. eBay may still be of some assistance.
I assume you mean Halfpennies and not Pennies. You should be able to find low-grade examples on eBay easily. If you are looking for higher grade...
That is a beautiful coin, and I would say it gets a star.
A childish measuring contest? Okay @baseball21, whatever you say. If you think you are so equipped, then, by all means, get to it.
Indeed we did! That was an excellent first Summer Seminar experience that I will likely not forget.
The ANA provides a limited number of scholarships every year. You can find more information here. I would encourage you to check it out. I...
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