PCGS graded this one MS-65, probably based on the luster than than the absence of marks. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
AU-58 and quite attractive.
Going by the photos, and assuming that the coin is genuine, which I think it is, I would grade it AU-53 or 55 at best. The one possible problem is...
The puts a value on its bullion coins to help future buyers and sellers with the sales tax. In many states, it it's a coin or if you pay more than...
MS-64. There is a small nick in the dress, but the real issue is the luster, which, from the OP photo, it looks subdued. If the luster is better...
I was debating whether to give it an MS-62 or 63. The vertical scratch that shows up on the OP photo would distract me to no end, in addition to...
Fake. The outside obverse rim looks too high, and the letters in the world "DOLLAR" are weak on the bottom for no good reason, like wear. These...
"Eagle Eye" is a grade screening service that is provided by dealer Rick Snow for Flying Eagle and Indian Cents. He affixes a clear sticker with...
The answer is sort of a "yes and no." First of all the TPGs seemed to ignore the ANA standards for circulated coins soon after they got in the...
Thank you! For those who are interested in the grades for these coins, here they are: 1864 Copper-Nickel PCGS MS-64, Eagle Eye and CAC approved....
Another factor in the "grade-flation" controversy is that many of the certified coins have been bulk graded. Under this system the grading...
Collectors who begin to collect a set of Indian cents will notice an odd coin in their album labeled as the 1864-L. To the uninitiated, it might...
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