Yeah, and look at the provenance and history that will follow that coin around. You couldn't make up a more compelling story if you tried. Just...
WOW, what a story about one old beautiful coin. We can only dream about finding something like that. Bruce
You're right Tom, but the Philly shows are good too...and a lot closer to home. Bruce
I'll be glad to help if I can Calum, but i know a lot more about U.S. counterstamps than about those from other countries. I know a bit about...
Of course I remember you Calum...bought that RIRA coin from you awhile back. Great to hear from you again and congratulations on getting your life...
WOW!! Absolutely beautiful coin...what a way to start a collection. I agree with the Ken about the loupe. I use a 7X and 10X, mostly the 7...
Now that's my idea of a beautiful coin Leadfoot. Thats not too far from being a full red, at least by the picture. What does she grade? Bruce
Keep them in the original box snewman. I'd think they would be worth more that way like moneyer12 says. While I'm not against slabbing, it just...
A nice informative presentation petronius. Thanks for the history lesson and showing us your beautiful notes. Bruce
I'll be going too... I try to hit all the Baltimore shows if I can. Always a good time with plenty of good material to choose from. Bruce
[ATTACH][ATTACH] This a new counterstamp I picked up from Tom Logan at the Wilmington (DE) Coin Club show on Thursday. It's one of only a small...
Your second coin looks like it's cast Ripley. Is it? I like them both, but especially the Two Anna. Bruce
Nice medal SPP. I collect numismatic related medals, tokens, etc. and have seen this one before, but don't have one in my collection. Nice pickup!...
Nice Whitney token fretboard. I have a similar piece somewhere in my collection but will have to look for it. Glassmaking was a big industry in...
Geez Ripley, he looks like he just got his hair done. Are you sure it's a dude...Could it be "Apolloette" maybe? :D Bruce
I think the coin is good Frank. Like SM says, it's probably from the Cohen hoard. The corrosion of course detracts, but still a nice specimen. Bruce
You gotta be a Yankees fan right Ripley...Sorry, I didn't mean to make you throw up.:devil: Bruce
I'm with you Morgandude. Bruce
Come on rick spill your guts...gotta know! Bruce
I second that cw...good to hear from you again. Bruce
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