and NOT a die variety! :) There! Now I've added some knowledge to this thread! I feel like I've contributed too, now.
sounds pretty inclusive to me. I think most times it depends on the alleged activity.
1. A 1808 $5 Half Eagle ( I just like the design with the capped bust) 2. a nice loupe
and sometimes mischievous people come on here and make ridiculous and far-fetched statements all in an effort to get people's danders up and get...
congrats gb, and thanks for the contest, holz
as long as the statehood quarters are collected, these sets will bring a premium
typically, gary, the proof coins that you see today are all deep cameo, but this was the exception rather than the rule in the 1960s. Just...
I would venture to say that this coin is indeed a proof.
gonna need a bigger gun, though, the nickel has a population of 57
are you referring to the one that I used when I robbed them on this coin?
well, according to the NGC census from last July, there is a population of 87 at this grade with only 37 higher all of them in PF-69. And yes,...
all I can say is WOW!!! Nice job!
To those that have read about this saga in the past, I apologize, but I will recap for the rest. I have wanted to assemble a proof set from my...
we haven't had real money in the US since 1964. Some would argue since 1933.
if you need any more "conversation pieces", let me know. I can make all of them that you want. This coin is no more original to the Mint than I...
JCB, This is what I do at a show. I ask the dealer for a price on a coin that I like. I wait for him to quote the price and then I look up...
+1 and thanks!!! Excellent idea for a contest and very generous, Kasia!
You'd be surprised at what I can do. As far as the wiser part, I'd rather say nothing and be thought a fool than open my mouth, as you have, and...
This is the attitude that's ruining numismatics. The profiteering opportunities may indeed be gone, but that to me is of little or no...
that was my whole point, Doug. It basically puts in neon the fact that ANACS will slab to suit large submitters. I understand what you've said...
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