It is hard to see, but, I think (just a thought) that I can see the diagnostic 'drips' of the genuine piece. but, what do I know, I wear glasses.
Yes, they have been asleep for a long time. pre-1999 (or so) I used to buy Barbers (dimes, quarters, and $1/2's) for junk silver for most...
That would be rare! recheck the 1965, there was no D minted, it was during the coin shortage, and mintmarks did not return until 1968.
no need to post in two places, we get around to the posting eventually. See reply there.
sorry, but... If it had been missing the two clad layers the strike would be very weak, since it would be thinner than the dies were set to...
rld: Thanks, no, no pictures, I still have to figure that out. (I suck at pictures). And, yes: I have been working on the 1/2 set since...
This weekend I was able to pick up a 1905 P Barber $1/2 in ANACS AU-50. For those who don't collect them, this date has a mintage of 662,427....
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320335394249&indexURL=11&photoDisplayType=2#ebayphotohosting Nice close up of the 1916 D,...
Zane Where ya been? All that I can say is: Holy (explective deleted)!
I think that you are right with the O-116. Nice piece.
Not silver, clad.
15 hours to go and it is at $26! crack heads indeed.
I've been up for over an hour and a 1/2. But, I just got around to going on line. I wanted to go thru some junk silver for varieties....
What! No ripping off little old ladies comments? [thanks for not posting them.]
Very nice piece. Thanks for showing us your coins.
Interesting, I voted for yours, why? because from your comments it seems more accurate. But, the top coin would be nicer, but (again from your...
Cherrypickers; Cause I know one of the contributors. #4: bows head, goes into deep thought. [nods silently]
In order: 1) The Guide Book of US Coins (the red book) 2) Cherrypickers; 3) See Whitman Publishing, there is a series for different designs,...
Sorry, but I would bet against you, big time. never mind,. I just read the rest of the thread, and saw that you were kidding. [next time put...
not if you want to get any more.
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