Maybe. I think by "exposed" they mean "at four-digit temperatures". Platinum crucible manufacturers give a long list of things that you shouldn't...
Could be, although all I see in those photos is dull grey compatible with the level of wear, and some black indicating that it might have been...
1921 Morgan and 1921 Peace Dollar Circulated Minted in Philadelphia $32.99 plus $4.50 S&H. No, I didn't see it in time. The Peace is worn, but...
I don't agree with everything the man said, but: "But this long run is a misleading guide to current affairs. In the long run we are all dead....
For aesthetics, draped bust. For collecting, Barber.
So, what are you learning from this? Maybe you're deciding that everyone here hates you and wants to talk down all your coins. I hope not; it's...
Tell me, why have men's suits dropped in price by more than a third since September of 2011? Because apparently a man's suit cost around 1180 GBP...
The one you posted most recently. I would've judged that harshly cleaned from the photos, but a TPG said it's problem-free, and I trust their...
Now, see, I would consider buying a coin with that kind of damage as a type example. The damage doesn't impact the major design elements. I...
I showed it to a dealer not long after I bought it, and he said it was ex-jewelry. I took him at his word, and figured ANACS might say the same,...
Yup, I would've blown off that coin on the same grounds. Keep that in mind next time you're tempted to take my advice. ;)
When what I'm holding in my hand exceeds a certain value, I start to worry about dropping it.
I just came across this new listing on eBay: 1892 Barber Half PCGS F12 Net graded from 15 due to obv. Rim Damage In My Opinio I never would have...
My initial reaction to the OP photos was "scrubbed to death"; I would've passed on the auction without a second look. I may well be wrong. I don't...
While that's technically correct (the best kind), every (other?) collector I've heard discuss problem coins will talk about "VF details", "AU...
The folks who sell new platinum crucibles will buy back damaged ones. I don't know whether they pay better than a large bullion dealer or eBay...
Meanwhile, APMEX has them at $367.60 per roll....
Out of stock now.
But the first ones struck are long gone! The Mint isn't selling any more of those! There will never be more than 4000 or so coins eligible to have...
As is intercontinental shipping. :) Enjoy, then, and thanks for your service!
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