OK - now let's really start an argument :D According to the dictionary it is pronounced - noo-miz-muh-tist. I think the dictionaries are...
It is supposed to be a 1652 MASSACHUSETTS "OAK TREE" coin, but I am reasonably sure it is a counterfeit. Can you tell us how big it is ?
Gotta go with AU.
I say they are equal ;)
The question that should really be asked is why didn't it grade higher ? Yeah, it's an exceptionally clean coin, virtually mark free. But what...
DJ - you see these right here, they were absolutely not made by nor are they the result of a fingerprint. I'm not trying to push this my young...
Like I said, don't take my word for it - try it yourself - I have.
It's easy, when you click on any section like What's It Worth, or any other, right at the top left is a button that says New Thread. Just click on...
Be patient, not everybody is around every day. The VAM guys will see it, just might take a bit.
I used it for quite a few years - loved it. Dunno about the barcode reader idea though.
To be honest I can't see it well enough to attempt a grade.
It was just personal preferrence mostly, I liked the look. And I never labeled a coin holder in my life, never wanted or needed to. I could always...
Looks like PVC damage to me.
Now spock, you should at least be honest and tell the folks why I don't speak up about the coins you post :rolleyes: claw - it's because I've...
I agree, that's what makes me think it is mechanical doubling. As to your line of reasoning Mark, I would have to say that no it is not valid....
You are correct in your attribution.
Question Mike - how does post strike damage make the bottom of the letters larger than they should be ?
Looks like mechanical doubling to me.
I can see no signs of wear and I think the toning is completely natural. As for grade - MS65. Nice coin Ryan ;)
Oh but of course I did ;)
Separate names with a comma.