different ring usually means different composition which in this case would mean fake
this thread was never about coins or currency...
I don't think it's authentic. There's no evidence to think that it is. The weight is off and the lettering is wrong. The color doesn't look right...
You not only are wrong, but you have no idea how much so
I agree, Camaro. I was referring to a quote in some posting or signature line, or something like that by Peter which was on every page about...
The rims are a compelling argument. Perhaps a proof die used on a business strike coin?
actually, he's right, JCB. Many people not of that 50s generation don't find it to be so wholesome and good. Racism, sexism and homophobia were...
personally I think guano is trying to get banned and is enjoying playing a cat and mouse game until the inevitable happens
Let me try to explain. this coin is clearly a MS coin and here's how you can tell. Look at Jefferson's cheek. There you will see what look like...
I think you're twisting what it means, conder. It has to do with treating people with respect when they act like they respect themselves (which...
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not a proof, but a nice coin FWIW, as far as this coin goes, high end MS is more desirable than middle of the road proofs
well, some of us just read about it instead of living it, Doug I'd love to hear your first-hand accounts on the Spanish Inquisition when you...
It's called a Special Mint Set because that's what the US Mint named them
I'd say the coin is XF
I also think that part of the improved strike was due to hub replacement. I don't know about other series, but the Jefferson Nickel got a new...
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I like to bid in online coin auctions, but I am tired of paging through the same old eBay garbage. Can anyone recommend another site to bid on...
thanks for those, Chris... It is amazing how little I know outside of my specialties.
I think what you really mean is that you'd be more critical of a coin where the spread means a lot of money and to this I agree. There is much...
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