As another who also collects French gold coinage I would say it is most unusual to find any of the Napoleon gold coins in XF or higher. And if you...
People pay more than something is worth every day. It doesn't make sense, but they do it.
I normally wouldn't do this, but I've always been a sucker for a lady ;) If there is anyone who would know - write to Fred G. van den Haak,...
Do a search on the forum for coin safes - you'll find a lot of discussion ;)
Unnoticed - no. There are plenty of moderns out there that command significant prices. But most of them are conditional rarities - it depends on...
Well, Coin World has been doing it since 1960 or thereabout. So I guess there is ;)
I think it has more to do with the small size than anything else. Many collectors prefer large coins - it's just that simple.
Yes, the same for the weak detail on the eagle's breast.
For the most part you are correct. The grade of 65 is supposed to be reserved for what they call Gem quality coins. And lots of bag marks in the...
Not quite - this is from the NGC pop report. 1938 D JEFFERSON 5C MS6FS 4 1 1 2 1939 REV OF 40 5C MS6FS 6...
I understand the point, and I'm not quibbling as I could care less what they call it. But it would be nice to at least see some consistency. The...
Yes - the 2006 sets, and all future mint sets, will have the satin finish. The mint announced this at the same time that they announced the satin...
Pics like this one make me wonder if they are honest pics. Those dark spots Speedy mentioned - they could easy be frost breaks just like those you...
When signature slabs first came out they were a hot item, people were buying them up at substantial premiums. But it didn't last too long. Pretty...
I see at least 2 scratches and likely 3 - I would pass. Your comment about the graded coins - you say they look dull. Have you seen any of the...
The Dutch Mint has a museum and a Library - you could contact them and ask - CLICK HERE
2005 was the 20th year of issue for the coins - count 'em up starting with '86. But I agree with you - it's a marketing ploy. The thing that...
I certainly don't agree with the coin dealer. We had a discussion about this not too long ago, most seemed to think the spots were the result of...
Yes they do - if the coin meets the standard.
Howdy Rob - Welcome to the Forum !! Value depends on the mint mark and the condition or grade of the coin. But at the least it is worth it's...
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