Wow. I don't think I have see one that worn before. One of those "If this coin could talk" coins.
Axial lighting. [IMG] [IMG] This coin was dipped before I bought it, and retoned in paper.
Larry's 1827 is a beautiful coin!
Grade looks right to me. Toning is not outlandish. Me, I'd leave it in the SWH and enjoy it as is. I don't think you'd have a hard time selling...
Very cool off-centers, Mike!
Pretty! My guess was 63 before I scrolled down and saw the slab photos.
pics a little fuzzy but looks genuine to me with low EF details. I think coins like this need to be appreciated more as historical artifacts than...
There are many many counterfeit trade dollars out there, if you can post some pictures we may be able to help you confirm that your coins are genuine.
[IMG] [IMG] Hope you have a good show, Bill. Maybe you'll post a report?
The right obv. field claims another victim (in the grading room). An attractive coin in any case.
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Nice looking Mass copper, VF? I think. please post the grade when it's back.
Congrats on that acquisition; beautiful looking coin and one that I am sure has to be seen in person to be fully appreciated!
I like the idea of reissuing the designs of the $50 coins as I would love to have an example (even in a smaller $5 denomination). The $1 and...
An acetone bath might help remove organic gunk. I agree with suggestions to sell it and use the proceeds towards a no problem example
Worn? I have a few.. [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG] [IMG]
Nice coin! Gave me an excuse to pull out my Manley. This is die state 2.0, with the die crack across the reverse from the first T in STATES to...
Agree with above; a mark hidden in hair is a lot different from a mark smack in the middle of a cheek. And I would prefer said mark to be in the...
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