I would go along with VG8 - but I would add details at the end because of the damage to the coin. I would net it to AG.
How about some pictures?
Everyone makes mistakes. And don't worry I only want an AU 1909 S VDB. :) I will have one of these eventually. I have done the very same thing...
I posted an 1807 not too long ago that I paid $250(fine maybe) for and it was not has good as yours. So I think you did good - in my opinion.
Man - your eyes are better than mine. The only letter I think(notice I say think) is a T, but it would not be in the correct spot. Do I need to...
Have not heard that one, but will keep it in mind. So learned something new today.
Sorry - but what D? I see nothing in the motto. It may just be my eyes and you do have the coin in hand. :)
Not an expert, but to me it is large motto. Looks like there is no stem to the leaves. But please wait for an expert.
No offense intended - but I like a light golden toning, and prefer it to cover the coin. So the toning on this coin would not cause me pay more....
I am going to say VF35 - and I maybe undergrading it based off the pictures. I actually hope the whole coin looks like the lower right picture -...
Sorry Ben - I agree it is about VF, but I disagree with the variety. I think it is a O-110a - the right base of F is missing(so reverse F -...
An excellent challenge; maybe if you take your time by the time you need the gold you can afford it. Also you can always do a type set without gold.
I agree indianhead.
Well he is referring to Rick Snows book - other than that it looks like a normal 1873 closed 3. The neckline does look clipped to me, but that...
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