PG: Great suggestions, I prefer the (relatively) affordable XF-AU to the high grade uncs. Besides, 2 cents in red are really impossible to find,...
Great set to work on. Also, don't forget the two books by Frank Leone. Very scarce and hard to get. If I get a chance I'll take pictures...
It is very difficult to see the coin thru the plastic on the holder. That is a very high grade for that coin, but my gut (based on the surfaces,...
Okay, there is no really good general book except for Breen's encyclopedia. Which has more opinions than facts, at times. For Bust $1/2:...
Lance: Thanks for the kind words. Collect: It appears to be the O-115. Reason: Obverse 9, easy: the 'Double Cut TY in Liberty' Only used...
that is a nice piece. However, the hole is no problem, love tokens are commonly holed.
What can I say? He will be missed. My condolences to his family.
and an 1809, O-101, [ I believe] which is an R-5. [IMG] [IMG]
A recent addition, it is an O-127a. Not a high grade, but for you Overton nuts out there, it is an R-7. So, I think that I'll keep it. [IMG]...
not an error. post mint damage
1) MD= Machine doubling, no added value 2) Dark reverse, natural, possibly dug, but no value
also: it is a doubleD die but not in this instance.
well, I agree with your translations. That said, it does appear to be a religious medal.
Nice, early state die clash. value? No clue
Merc Have you ever heard of Cherrypicking? That is superior knowledge used to obtain a scarce piece for less than usual, ie less than you feel...
wow, nice!
986,213 or something like that! or possibly more, or less.
The '16 S is a grade rarity. The merc? Color & grade. I would pass
Bruce My pleasure. As for the books, sometimes there is interesting info there. I have some that were the original copies from WHitman's...
BarberFanatic, nice pieces!
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