Often, age isn't nearly as important as condition. Even in uncirculated condition, there are massive quantities of Morgn Dollars available. And...
The degree of hairlines is usually the major determinant of the grade for Proof coins. And hairlines usually don't show up well, if at all in...
Granted, grading is subjective in nature and there are often legitimate differences of opinion. However, at a certain point, an opinion can be so...
Good observation - I thought it deserved a 65, but rather than re-submitting it, placed it with my best client.
There is a big difference between body-bagging a coin due to a problem, as compared to lowering a VF/XF coin to VG, due to discoloration or...
Unfortunately, I couldn't adequately capture the true beauty and intensity of the obverse color in my images. [IMG]
A VF or XF coin is not down-graded to VG, due merely to ugly toning or discoloration. You can dislike the coin as much as you care to, for any...
Below is an NGC F12 Peace Dollar - it should be obvious to everyone that the 1928 which is the subject of this thread, displays considerably more...
It looks lightly circulated, as in mid range AU condition, with a bad scratch. As such, it's worth just a small premium/few dollars over its...
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For this coin I took a quick look at the Coin Dealer Newsletter, which lists it at $225 in AU. If you don't already use the Heritage auction...
I think it's somewhat attractive. But it looks as if it might be the result of a dipping and re-toning - just a guess on that. Also, the minimum...
My guess is that you're just seeing the effect of the toned vs. untoned portions of the coin, combined with the lighting used in the images.
What coin?
The images make it difficult to get a good look at the surfaces, but my best guess is AU58.
Sure, you can always think of what if scenarios. But I believe that the odds heavily favor box-holders over those who keep valuables in their...
We have established no such thing and it's particularly reckless to make such pronouncements based on images.
One of my points was that it might not be at all problematic if/once seen in person by a dealer or grading company. Yet, to me, at least, your...
Your assessment of the coin below sounds as if you are stating facts/conclusions (about what a dealer or grading company would do) rather than...
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