While you're notifying people - notify NGC ;)
Oh it's not a real slab - and that's no Proof coin either.
Now that's a list :eek: By the way Kyra - don't forget - if you find any Netherlands ducats - I didn't mean to cash those in. Please return...
Intersting picture - but before commmenting can you post pics of the obv/rev ?
Of course it's alright - it is even encouraged ;) Here's a couple of articles that provide additional information. How To Hold A Coin - 1...
Venting is permitted ;) Personally - I can't say I blame you.
What you call very early counterfeits are the most common. You see, contemporary counterfeits, those made at the same time as the genuine coins...
I would suggest that you ask these questions in catman's thread about his contest. Or - send catman a PM and ask him directly. ;)
The right thing to do is very simple - continue to read everything you can. Ask as many questions of as many people as you can. Look at lots &...
The M would be one of the assayers' initials - typically there are 2 assayers, but not always. But I think this coin is either so worn that...
Bottom line is that both types of bulbs produce the full light spectrum found in natural light. They're both good ;)
I have learned that no matter how hard you try or what evidence you present - people will only believe what they want to believe. Nothing more -...
Yes - there are counterfeit British trade dollars. Just about every coin there is has been counterfeited at one time or another. You have to...
Folks - I think what is causing the confusion here is that catman is running his own contest - catman contest He is keeping track of the posts...
The '98-S Kennedy Matte Proof half was only issued as part of a set with the '98-S Robert Kennedy dollar commemorative. It was struck in silver....
Now you've got me confused - when did I ever mention a computer ? And why would anybody need one to grade a coin ? And my comments that you...
Incandescent - regular light bulbs. GE Reveal bulbs are the best in my opinion. Bosch & Lomb 5x You answered your own question - the bank.
They do give you the information, at least NGC and PCGS do - you just have know where to get it. It can be found in their grading books. But...
ILROB - I moved this thread over here too as it was getting confusing trying to go back & forth between the 2 Forums. Now you say your coin...
Timing is everything :D
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