@Mike, Which coin? This thread is 15 months old. @Owle, regarding the half dime, the price and the holder bother me more than the toning.
Choosing between an AT or dipped Bust/Seated coin is not a choice I would make.
I just came up with a great idea. A sample slab low ball registry set. @gabemann3000, got any photos? I wanna see how bad the coin really is....
IMO, that is a pretty common toning pattern for a toned IHC's. The coin in the link is another story. Everyone knows that the correct toning...
It depends on your definition of AT. Doug uses the philosophy that intent is the deciding factor in the debate. By that definition, improper...
They would if it is counterfeit.
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It is a marathon not a sprint. I never photograph more than 10 coins in one day.
Looks like a GSA holder and I am going to guess that it got a CC grade bump to MS63. They usually run in the $200 range but this one is nicely...
If you need an analogy I will give you one. I am a very experienced and strong swimmer. If I decide to go swimming in the pool in my backyard, I...
I think you should resubmit them in hopes of getting FA 2+ and AG 3+. While you are at it, they could use a CAC sticker as well!
In short, the answer to your question is YES. Merc Crazy already gave the reason but David Lange explains it the best IMO. As a visual...
Well Mike, I have not read a complaint about gradeflation in years, but I have read many threads that discuss how the CAC has caused a perceived...
I love when Ruben visits. He is the most interesting man on Cointalk. He doesn't always drink beer, but when he does, he prefers Dos Equis!
I have about 20-25 books in my numismatic library and over 200 Heritage/Stack's/Bower's Auction Catalogs dating back to 1998. I have not been...
My point was that most collectors are not experienced collectors and most don't know squat about grading Another way of saying that is to say:...
The toned nickel king has betrayed a fatal flaw: Hubris. Easy to taunt, easy to trick.
Actually it is not always true. Most coin collectors don't have the requisite grading knowledge to be able challenge the grades assigned by the...
Not only have I photographed my entire collection several times, I also create full collection displays using photoshop. [IMG] Kinda like a...
You need to consider the financial situation of the dealer in question. If he does not have a cash flow problem and has the ability to wait an...
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