Looks like a 40 to me too. Great patina and the clashes and die breaks attest to the need to stretch resources to the max and the frantic pace...
1874-cc, guess the grade and any thoughts on the coin appreciated. (sorry photos aren't so hot). [IMG] [IMG]
Well, if it merely whispers "fake", it's still a fake. Thanks for the weekend entertainment!
After shrinking the images down, I think 64. Clean cheek and fields but I think the marks on the neck would keep it from 65. Great color on the...
I agree, based on the images- 64,62
pretty coin with great surfaces.
Hubba Hubba! and with a visible date no less!
Out of town all weekend, my guess prior to the reveal was MS64. Great looking coin with superb strike.
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Not a long drive for me but visiting my Mom this weekend instead. She's 100 years old and every bit as nice as a '16 SLQ or 16-D Merc!
I think it sold for strong money.
Maybe. I haven't looked at it in a while, the patina may have deepened even more.
Wow. I don't think I have see one that worn before. One of those "If this coin could talk" coins.
Axial lighting. [IMG] [IMG] This coin was dipped before I bought it, and retoned in paper.
Larry's 1827 is a beautiful coin!
Grade looks right to me. Toning is not outlandish. Me, I'd leave it in the SWH and enjoy it as is. I don't think you'd have a hard time selling...
Very cool off-centers, Mike!
Pretty! My guess was 63 before I scrolled down and saw the slab photos.
pics a little fuzzy but looks genuine to me with low EF details. I think coins like this need to be appreciated more as historical artifacts than...
There are many many counterfeit trade dollars out there, if you can post some pictures we may be able to help you confirm that your coins are genuine.
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