No. Definitely not. A cleaned coin is a problem coin. I'd strongly urge you not to pursue such coins, and definitely absolutely never get into...
"Variety Attribution" is an extra service that you have to pay for. And it's not cheap. The submitter may have missed it, or they may have just...
I really don't like the fingerprints and spots on this coin. It does appear to have FBL. The pictures are not great to grade from, but I'll...
On an UNC coin, a reed mark will absolutely affect the grade. However, on an AU coin like this one, a reed mark should not affect the grade.
Interesting. F-15 is a rare grade.
Cool start to the set! At one time, I was hoping to get an example from each French colony. I got quite a few, but decided to focus on Morocco:...
It is unusual to have 2 sides so far apart, but I've seen it. It is most common on coins which were in jewelry or belt buckle mounts. Depending on...
If you want to talk coin folders or coin boards, you are probably aware that DW Lange is the foremost expert on them. He's written many books and...
That sounds like an interesting book. I will have to check it out.
Compare the pictures of this coin to the pictures on Variety Vista: http://varietyvista.com/01b%20LC%20Doubled%20Dies%20Vol%202/1959PDDO001.htm...
That is a very generous 63! The reverse looks a whole lot nicer, but that obverse looks 62 on a good day. Ah, the magic of CCs...
@lordmarcovan 's "skull and bones" tokens are some of the creepiest I've seen:...
The textile on #10 is awesome. While I could certainly assemble a list of my top 20 favorite coins, I could never limit myself to a box of 20...
Interesting piece, thanks for sharing it! Fascinating to look at some of the campaign issues from so long ago, and see what the major...
I find google often struggles with technical jargon. Especially numismatics. We use words in ways that google just wasn't programmed for and...
Well, I nailed the 64. I will say, taking pictures of bell lines that accurately portray their strength is quite difficult. Maybe a different...
64, no FBL. FBL is really hard to get on 1955 Bugs Bunny
Gonna need to see some pictures to give you an opinion..... In the meantime, I suggest routine flagellation, roughsack and ashes, and a...
Heavily corroded environmental damage. Honestly, might have spent some time in a potty. What do you like about the coin?
Ceramic or glass will both be fine. Keep anything plastic far away, as it will melt. Show us a picture and we can give you more info.
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