The fact the silver reacted most strongly does not surprise me. If I may, what kind of envelope is a "coin envelope"? Type of paper matters. Is...
Very important distinction, one which I am sure is done purposefully. Minting anything denominated in dollars in this country is a sure fire...
Yeah, I would say you were burned by a bad seller, not by Ebay. Usually they are fairly helpful to buyers in such circumstances.
Always pay very close attention to the denomination. It will tell you the size. A tetradrachm is a nice large coin, thicker and most are a little...
I agree. I think most collectors are too hard on damaged coins, but owning this poor thing would be very depressing. This is one of the rare cases...
In all seriousness OP, I believe you will find your attitude to US coins changing slightly. I collected US coins only for about 15 years. Then I...
These and russian five kopeck pieces from catherine the great are huge copper 18th century issues that are fun to own. They always get comments...
Yep. You are up lgl.
That is what matters the most. That is why we are here. I love these too, i own about four of each.:)
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