Just an update on the actual thread. I sent it to NGC for grading on the insistence of my wife (she just wanted to see if it was real). Result...
When I get my coins back I'm going try to post a few good pics of the IHC. I'd be interested to hear opinions on why the coin got the altered...
I agree, I really fell for the IHC particularly because of the color and alloy mix that complemented everything. I may very well take that advice...
I agree with both replies... Looking at the reverse I can see mottled color and alloy differences. And my wife qualifies as my best circulation...
Sorry NGC...I would only go to them or PCGS. I'm too flustered after seeing the results...Just blown away. I prepped her for a body bag or a...
Pics of my altered...fallen 08s...should have taken it out of the flip and shown you folks first! [ATTACH]
Okay, so here goes my perplexity at the world of coin grading. Several months ago I posted pics of a 1924S Indian/Buffalo nickel. Opinions...
I can't argue having gold as a small portion of a portfolio....though my thoughts are that it's still more volatile than a good Cap Preservation...
I too was there in the early 2000's. "Overwhelming locals" is a bit of an understatement. I would strongly advise against coin shopping there....
Just read this. OP uses the word "never". There are two words I hate: Never and Always.... Metal markets are too confounding for me...Looking...
I think cross-overs work only between PCGS and NGC. I'm pretty certain this would need to be freed from the current holder and graded from...
The reverse on the coin is beautiful, though I can't tell from the pic if the obverse exhibits luster. It almost looks cleaned but again could be...
The more I collect and research, the more I realize that one is far more likely to see overpriced coins on forums like CL, FB and other places...
I'm always open to trades too. Of interest are AU or MS Lincoln wheat cents (can give years and MM's upon request). I am well on my way...
Sometimes threads hang with no real conclusion. Just an update, I did end up getting a token. I had several that I was watching and somehow my...
I would counter that "honest wear" with what I feel is "honest damage". No one attempted to "fix" the coin I bought, it's just that whatever...
Thanks for the great story. I believe that love is as thick as blood. Knowing what little I do about my early years prior to adoption, I'm...
Wow strong reverse xf45! Definitely an after college purchase for me! Looking forward to seeing it!
Great replies! I fall into the budget vs what is good enough for me. I agree that colonials and old copper rarely come without ED. I got a 1788...
I would classify myself a collector and not an investor. That said, I do only try to buy coins that I could upgrade without losing money. I think...
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