I think that this was the excuse used to crack out coins from the older (first generation) holders. There is, many times, a significant price...
Glad ya got it sorted out Richie......
That's a pretty fine pickup......catnip included :) The Lincoln commem surprises me. I see 'em sold on ebay between $50-$60 with the OGP....
My copper friends make a valid point but I take your post (OP) to be directed at advice on mint purchases. If I had to choose I'd go for the Star...
Well, what do you think? Is there sufficient luster to maybe make the grade? Are there no distracting hits or marks? I've got a '64 Connecticut...
:dead-horse: You asked for it.......:)
I agree and I always try to dissuade new collectors from collecting slabbed eagles because of the extra price involved, but I do realize it's...
A very clever deception making folks think you live in NYC.........:) That was so cool. Great presentation Rigo. And LogPotato Barbers are...
Film at eleven.........
Thank the good lord I ain't in this game for 'profit' for if it were so I'd soon lose interest in collecting.......
You are way too modest my friend and I think, maybe, that we just may be able to 'turn' you through the auspices of your son. :) You are a most...
Lovin' the John Sinnock reverse. Such a segue into a Franklin half down the road.......
Nah, heck. Chris is just an 'ancient guy' making a 'foray' here and there into the realm of moderns. I do believe we can 'turn' this gentleman...
LOL. Actually the sets arrived in early January, JT, but I was away (down south) at the time. I didn't get a chance to open them till early...
Partial view of an ASE (obv).
Oh dear, I appear to be wrong in my assessment. Wouldn't be the first time......:)
Thanks for the additional info Chris.......:)
Yup, still 90%.....
A proof coin will have mirror like surfaces and frosty devices as well as a sharpness of detail and a high wire like edge. Even if a proof coin...
Love this Commem. Notice the arrows at the base of the palmetto tree (reverse)? South Carolina's varied tribute to the two wars fought on her...
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