Technically, I am not a metallurgist, but I do have a degree in metallurgy. The problem with your example is two fold. First, the size...
That right there is why I collect rainbow toned coins. Each one is unique.
I agree with this statement 100%.
Jefferson Nickels are what you make of them. In circulated and lower MS grades, he is right, they are not worth much and are not likely to ever...
I am so going to snipe this auction. What is wholesale value so I can bid 30X it.
OK, I think we have a new photography expert in the house. Fantastic!
Are you sure they are raised. They look raised in one photo and incuse in the other. My thinking was the same as yours "dropped steps".
$1,700
I admit that there are quotas for modern coins and the abuses of the "first stike/release" terminology are despicable, but I wasn't referring to...
TWITA This coin is as cool as the other side of the pillow and it's photo deserves to be on every page of this thread. Photo-bump! Wicked cool...
I think we need to remember that this coin is a nickel. You guys are seeing this coin with a huge photo that magnifies every minor abrasion....
Ben, I think your logic is flawed because of your perspective. The fact is that the TPG's do not have a vested interest in the final grade other...
Actually, his photos are not that bad. They are pretty close to what you get, but I don't know about the toning on that Jefferson.;)
I think you must be right, because I don't see the wear even in my photos. FWIW, the luster doesn't look impaired by the dip job. [IMG] p
I am happy with it.
I won this coin at auction in the recent Long Beach Sale. It is a 1944-P NGC MS67 5FS with absolutely gorgeous toning. What do you guys think of...
I don't own this coin anymore. I traded it along with a stack of cash for the proof IHC in my signature line. I loved this coin, the ship...
Ben, Your incessant criticism of TPG's is sounding more and more like the griping of a dealer that wishes he could grade his coins and charge...
Speaking of the devil. Check this auction out. Already over $100....
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