That coin is incredibly clean and lustrous and a “no brainer” MS66.
Both PCGS and NGC will automatically designate for full steps if the coin qualifies. However, if you have a five step NGC Jefferson that was...
The doubling on a 1939 Rev of 40 Jefferson Nickel "Doubled Monticello" is very pronounced (especially the "o"), even in the lower grades (see...
I have linked a thread I wrote a decade ago about the definitions of full steps below; it should answer any questions that anyone may have. Your...
MS64
That’s not what I meant. This coin has what appears to be superlative premium gem luster in combination with MS64 surfaces and a freshly dipped...
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I think the luster carries near gem surfaces over the line to a gem grade. That said, I have never collected Trade Dollars and have no idea how...
I was about to say the same thing
I wish I had the funds to travel to Florida; one day I will finally make it to the FUN show, just not this year. To all the CTers going, have fun...
It deserves a + grade, the coin is tremendous.
I’m calling Bill the winner, sale price last month was $73
That is counting machine damage.
MS66 FBL
That coin is tremendous. I wanna say MS67 but I don't even think there are any so I will say MS66, but very good shot at + grade.
At first glance, my instinct was MS66, but the closeup of the obverse is too baggy for premium gem. I still think it is a solid gem.
I voted MS64 because it is in a rattler, I think it upgrades to MS65 today.
B, color rules!
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They don’t look much better with respect to luster but the reverse of the coin in question looks completely flat. I don’t collect early copper so...
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