Yeah that's what I was seeing also. Too bad I'm pretty sure there are none that good :P Any other thoughts - would you skip buying the lower...
I'm looking to purchase a Lot of $5 Gold Liberty Head's. There are a decent amount of them, most in G to VF condition, but a few are very nice...
I'm gonna go against the grain here...I personally would have stuck to my guns and tried to pay him with the $1 coins...it's not like it was loose...
You can list it on Ebay or list it here in the open forum and see if someone here wants to purchase it. Ebay should give you a good idea of value...
It would depend on the coin and its value. I would recommend searching previous posts about cleaning coins. When in doubt don't clean it. If...
I'd give it AU - looks great! Even with the scratches on the shield I'd say it's an awesome addition to your collection.
So LeadFoot what was it graded ?
Awesome coin! I'd agree with the above grading - even with less than perfect photos it looks amazing!
Fun thread! Here are a few of mine...
Moen1305 - did you have to order these in advance from the bank? If so did you just call them up or stop in and tell them you wanted to buy 4...
I would guess they graded it F-12 - there are even some similar online with F-8 grade - still a great addition to the collection!
Good to know - even though it's in poor condition it still looks pretty cool! Thanks guys!
1907 V-Nickel error? So I was going through some of my Grandpa's old coins and came across a Liberty Head Nickel that was in a bag with a bunch...
I'm sure the casual collector or random people will always buy items like that for their keepsakes or coins. Personally I'd just stick with a...
Doesn't he show the actual coins you will be getting below in the scans? Or is that just an example?
I'm not to far from there either...too bad it's the weekend. If it were during the week I'd book a flight and say I was "working" in Rapid City! :)
Thanks for all the opinions and help. I appreciate the advice - I'm sure I'll become a regular here in no time!
they are bad pictures - that's why I have to go see the coin in person later today. He is saying the coin is in mint condition from an estate....
Also - is there a good resource for specific coins and comparing pictures for their grade? Something that maybe has 5-10 pictures of specific...
I am looking at buying some gold coins to add to my collection (currently don't have any). I was looking at this coin, and wanted to see what you...
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