I like it!
Sweet!
"I only have" he says. :p That is a magnificent coin, also minted in Tabora. The Germans took greater care in minting the gold pieces than they...
I will have to check those out! I remember that last one, which is one of my favorite coin-related stories. Must have been incredibly rewarding to...
That is really cool, especially with the inset stone. I've been tempted by some WWI African campaign engraved coins, but as you say, they can be...
Thanks! :)
Nice! As you probably know there are a number of varieties of differing rarities. I believe mine is the most common. It looks like yours has a...
I first came across this type in one of Heritage's Shipwreck Auctions, and was immediately taken with the fascinating history behind the coins -...
Cool find! That's a nice design.
Thanks all! @johnmilton, love that mint luster! I sent the coin back this morning. I think I'll be getting a refund as soon as USPS is in...
Thanks all for your input. I've packaged it up and will be returning the coin today. Live and learn! @Pickin and Grinin and @lordmarcovan - now...
Thanks! Yeah it's clearly not mint state - in addition to the dings, I think I see wear on the portrait and other high points. And I've seen that...
I'd been anticipating the arrival of this coin, advertised as a red gem BU. The seller just used a stock photo so I couldn't see what it actually...
No, but that's cool!
Very true!
A good reminder to always closely compare the TPG photos with the actual coin.
Hmm. I think the Lincoln, Washington, and Gettysburg medals seem to be the most interesting to me.
It's nice, but I much prefer a more even and symmetrical pattern of toning. Also I'd prefer both sides to show toning.
Your photo? That is a fantastic use of lighting to simulate the sunset over the waves!
I think this one is my most expensive world coin. At $422 I probably overpaid, but it's a really nice example with good surfaces, and they don't...
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