An above average MS example IMO, 63. I'm not sure what the statistical distribution is on this date, probably average is around 62. They can be...
Actually the auction is closed to the club members. I'm not sure how they handle the accounting as they generally sell the bullion items to a...
A dealer in a neighboring state told me that it is against the law for them to do this, not sure why because it is NY? Lowball? Probably. I...
I have heard it is the method, more than the substance that is used. I have done searches and seen that water is non-damaging if the wet rag is...
I've tried acetone, got some of the glue off. An expert has offered to remove the rest of the glue for $50 or so, but I would prefer to try...
The same thing goes for currency. I have seen it over and over again. Dealers buy as VG, get the notes certified, they come back VF!! And then...
PCGS photograde.
Don't know why this dealer isn't in jail with continued frauds:...
There is no excuse for them not replying to emails in 2016, especially if you are in the service like your avatar indicates, and I wouldn't take...
"I'm sorry, this is almost too good to pass up. YOUR example for language that turns you off is terms like "home run." Enter exhibit A (from...
The 7 deadly sins; greed, sloth, pride (the worst), lechery, gluttony, envy, anger; by the way every other belief system has similar lists,...
A dealer once told me about how he and his buddies would share their "rips". Another one for you.
Here is a general article on grading, etc.. http://www.rarenotes.net/world/grading.html
I approach the coin hobby from a scientific/rational perspective. I don't like the idea of collectors or dealers pulling the wool over on others....
Probably 62/63 due to chatter, or on a tough day 58 IMHO.
If you got a Poor-1 at PCGS it would be a homerun as they have a lot of demand for those.
What about glue residue? Is rubbing alcohol better than acetone? What are the best chemicals for a minimum of damage and a maximum of results?
Agreed; pictures shared on these or other forums would allow a pretty close estimate.
If you want to know what your currency is worth, I would first go to the Friedberg book, get the F# and then plug it into the auctions, preferably...
I've heard ballpoint pen is a lost cause. Just curious if acetone doesn't work for glue, what are other options without damaging the paper?
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