Corroded garbage. If you're buying a key Lincoln, you ALWAYS want to see it in person. It should also be slabbed or from a reputible dealer. It's...
4 Wheats out of 20 rolls is an excellent ratio. I've searched hundreds of boxes and my average is about 8 per box. Don't forget about BU...
Exactly my story. I've even found a few brown ones.
That's a nice pair!
You don't need the ultra-deluxe $100 version of the Grey Sheet. Only buy what you need and you'll save a lot of money. For example, for me,...
Coin Dealer Newsletter IS the Grey Sheet. You can order in anyway you want it. It's fast, easy and very convenient....
That's a raw thing to do. I would mention that to him in private but avoid a fight/conflict. Don't tell anyone else in the family what he did...
I've seen many nickels with this golden toning, it's completely natural.
Congrats on your first WAM! My first one was a 98 too.
Very nice coins Jim! Too bad about the last 1960-D. It'd be worth calling them and explaining the situation. It never hurts to try!
I just use my local, trusted dealer. He gets NGC grades for $25 each, flat rate....but it can take up to 3 months.
Give us some pics! These can be real works of art.
H/T is generally preferred.
Interesting, thanks for the link Mark.
I agree with Jason. The pictures don't allow for grading, however, it looks to be at least AU. On these Memorials I look for any rub on the...
It's just a counter stamped cent, I don't think I've seen that one. Not worth anything extra except to a counter stamped collector.
Those ads rock! Thanks for sharing those. The only one I've seen before was the "brilliantize". It's absolutely no wonder so many coins were...
I run those under as hot of water as I can stand and rub between my fingers. Sometimes I'll use a little dish soap if they're really bad or an...
He must have access to some really good cutting equipment. Glad he's busted!
No, fakes will never be a good thing. Only more advanced collectors are cognizant of them and know how to spot the difference. The masses are...
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