It's not nearly so black and white as that. Many collectors who prefer raw coins have submitted to slabbing as a modern necessity, which in many...
Do keep in mind that the photo documentation would be a series of time-stamped images recording each step. With a regimented procedure nothing is...
Only a concept at this point. Good luck!
Yes, I understand. But I would argue that certification plays an important part for those like myself who purchase mainly in the $200-$500 range....
That's where pristine ethics and practices come in. That's where the state-of-the-art photography comes in. Yes, after years of toning...
Right. A Pandora's box would ensue by encouraging cracking out with lousy photos. BUT, if the un-slabbing were formed into a reputable...
This has been a good lesson for a recently returned newbie whose Redbook is a 1969 ( I only use it for mintages and background info). I am...
Very good advice.
Gotcha. So then you base what you are willing to pay upon years of examining quality raw stock, so more of an instinct.
Interesting, thank you for clarifying this. The NGC Price Guide appears to do the same, as the prices are comparable with PCGS, even higher in...
Well, yes, and of course you mean the intrinsic value will be constant, because the market value certainly will change. I meant to add, but the...
Ok, so in practice let's say that in order to build a collection you buy 70% certified coins and 30% raw stock. And that you prefer raw coins for...
I get it. It is as if the PCGS holder means they don't have to work as hard, and buyers end up paying for their convenience. On the other hand...
If this is out of bounds please ignore, but never having been to a coin show I would like to understand a couple things about these prices: ~ If...
Doink, forgot about the edge lettering. :facepalm::rolleyes: Thank you for following up with the photo. So cool how edge lettering survives - I...
~ Agree it's a very nice one to keep, especially as a family heirloom. Because it is not a rare variety (normal date, 13 stars with ~ 8000...
(reply text did not post) Lol, VKB. Interesting to point out the parallel: The Wild West was ~ 1865-95 and Morgans 1878-1904 (except for one), so...
That combo does look a bit worrisome, but then again you can't generalize. Remember that Rosie Greer used to knit. ( I'll leave it open as to...
Even a modest observer might denote a tinge of sarcasm here...:wideyed::wacky: Good point!
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