Each subsequent edition of the ANA guide codifies the gradeflation since the previous edition, and sets the new standard. Compare the 7th edition...
I'm going to call that shilling 64 and hope I'm wrong :( I know what you mean, about wanting to have the top pop coins. It is nearly impossible...
I highly encourage everyone to buy, use, and bring their own loupe. Every brand and magnification will have a different look and feel. Once you...
There was a thread about this over on the NGC boards, and the members there were extremely critical. It is an interesting read, for anyone curious.
Gradeflation is real. There. I said it. Now shoot me ;)
Any good dates in there?
The coin shop could have called it literally any one of those options, and I would not be surprised. Usually, they would have it priced...
The google is your friend: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Islamic_years
Even if the black comes off (which, I don't think it will), you'll be left with the results of the corrosion. And, the reverse appears to have...
I think this one has enough hits to limit it to 61. It is a common coin, and it isn't until you get to the 64-65 level that you really start to...
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