For authenticity, mostly. Trade dollars are one of the most highly fakes coins around. I don't see any red flags on this coin, but I'd be hesitant...
Difference of opinion here, and I'll tell you why - first, I don't want to take the chance the the slabs are scratching each other by coming in...
I am 100% a collector, not a dealer at all. I don't have a good feel for ANACS, CAC, or ICG slabs, but the ideal box would be able to hold all...
This will always be one of my favorite photographs. The shadow image is the light being reflected from the prooflike surfaces onto the inside of...
Now that's what I like to see!
It was probably Gallery Mint. They usually set up a cool demonstration where they punch blanks, and then mint medals. They usually have a FUN show...
I want to know if there will ever be another "Standard Catalogue of World Coins"? There was nothing like that book, and nothing has really...
If you look back through his posts, his collection actually is incredible.
So, we all know there is a gold to silver ratio (for an ounce of gold, you can get this many ounces of silver). Do any of you track or trade...
Shipwreck gold is far more appealing to me, because seawater does not affect gold... but it is so much more expensive!
It isn't pre-registering for that auction, it is registering as a member. If you already have an account with them, you don't have to register for...
I will agree with the distinguished gentleman on the first 2, but I'll call the third one AU details. There appears to be some *minor* traces of...
I do find it interesting that they called this piece a "fragment" when it isn't broken at all... it is intentionally cut. They had 8 reales coins,...
I appreciate shipwreck finds for their historical value. Putting this piece, in this shipwreck, in the larger context of it's huge impact on...
On the coat of arms, what is the top left third?
LOL, that is definitely what I meant, but didn't even think to say because it seemed so obvious.
I can unequivocally confirm, yes. Finding and verifying a new variety is intensely exhilarating. Here's mine:...
Your collection, your coin. If you're happy, great. I, personally, would not buy it. I can see PCGS grading it, but a scratch of that size...
Not only should it not have a CAC, it should not be straight graded. I'm surprised they even put it in a holder! The scratches are worrisome...
Most of the refiners pour out large bars (1000 ounce). Private mints and industrial uses buy these bars and then either make new bullion pieces,...
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