That's a nice example of the last year of issue and only real chance of owning a New Orleans minted CBH. I see just a bit of wear so I'll say it...
Yeah, right. Don't be modest. You KNOW this stuff forewards and backwards. It's cases like this one where someone else can learn something from...
Looks like an overall weak strike in the center of the coin - obverse and reverse. The small scratches on the unstruck steps are scratches that...
That's right. Weak strike. I had not thought of the obverse die failing and causing the weak strike on the reverse but that makes perfect sense....
Cool! I didn't know they had Sharpies in 1793 or 1954.
I agree - $281 for a roll of 2009 Lincoln Cents is a LOT, even with a date stamp on it. It wouldn't surprise me though if someone paid that...
I have that book. You're right - it's a good read.
Not a lot. There is a little crud near the rims. Plus a few dings and bumps on the rims.
If we include deceased experts I would include Al Overton as a Capped Bust Half Dollar expert. Overton "wrote the book" on CBH varieties. (And he...
I picked up this Capped Bust Quarter a few months ago for the type set. I especially like the 3 obverse die cracks. I know the coin has a few...
Private Message Quick Reply I just noticed the Quick Reply feature for Private Messages. I like that.
Nice notes. I haven't seen any $500 notes in our local coin club auctions. Most of the items in our auctions are only a few bucks up to maybe $20...
You're lucky you have hair to pull out, Jack. :rolling:
Same here. I carry a backpack and never had a problem. I have had it checked coming in or going out on occasion but that is to be expected. I...
Very nice Barber Quarter. Looks AU to me, maybe AU-53.
That's a nice find. I need to get the rest of Rick Snow's attribution guide books so I can cherrypick some like that.
Hobo Nickel Experts The following two individuals are Hobo Nickel experts. Both are authenticators for OHNS (Original Hobo Nickel Society):...
Congrats on the upgrade. Definitely a much more attractive coin.
I recommend that you buy a copy of the ANA Grading Standards and read it. It will explain what to look for and how to grade coins. Your Morgans...
According to Breen & Swiatek (The Encyclopedia of United States Silver & Gold Commemorative Coins 1892 - 1954) 50 presentation pieces were struck...
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