The examples that you provided are not pedigree's IMO. A pedigree refers to ownership of the item. Usually, only pedigree's of notable...
First things first. This is a photo of the pattern (Judd-1315) that you are talking about. Is this what your coin looks like? [IMG] Secondly,...
I can't wait. I love to view other Jefferson collections and I am sure you are aware, very few collectors bother to photograph them.
I own 4 of the MEL's in MS65 and they all have the same appearance. I just figured that was the standard they applied to this series. The photo...
Early Proof Jefferson have an alluring way of presenting the coin with all intended detail that escapes most Jefferson Nickels. The overall...
While I don't have a PCGS coin to show you, I do own an NGC MS65 Washington Presidential Dollar. [IMG] Notice, there are scattered marks on the...
The earhole is very difficult to capture in a photograph because it is very weak. And although I can see the TPG not awarding this coin the FH...
Nice eye! The obverse of that Jefferson might be the finest in my entire collection. I still have no idea how this coin was snubbed for a star.
Agreed, the originality of the color is irrelevant since the coin has been polished.
Thanks! Was it a tough choice for you? If so, please explain.
Please vote for your favorite 1942-S Jefferson War Nickel from the group below: 1) A dramatically toned raw GEM. [IMG] 2) A quintessentially...
Doug, I was waiting for you to show up. Although Bowers was given some credit early in the thread, the inspiration for this thread was provided...
With the exception of the State Quarters and Presidential Dollars, I don't collect modern (1964-present) coins. However, I believe that strike is...
A Hobo Nickel is a Buffalo Nickel that has been carved to change either the original appearance of the obverse or reverse. Here is a photo...
You are correct, Bowers discusses the full details concept instead of strike designations in THE EXPERT'S GUIDE TO COLLECTING & INVESTING IN RARE...
Oh don't give the kid the credit, the photos were taken by Todd (the seller).
Now based on the luster in these photos, I have to give the coin an MS66. Although the photo quality is not, I believe the surface quality to be...
Most collectors are aware of strike designations for certain series of coins. Here are a few examples: FB--Full Bands--Mercury Dimes FT--Full...
They would undoubtedly conclude the coin is questionably toned and it would end up in a GENUINE holder. The color progressions and color scheme...
Yeah, these: [IMG][IMG] Not my coin, photos courtesy of Heritage.
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