Finally, a LC actually struck thru grease. Nice coin Mr. P, thanks for sharing.
These coins are not candidates for conservation. EZ Zest will remove most of the tarnish. The problem will be the resulting stains from two...
Welcome to Coin Talk. If you are trying to learn I suggest you try Photo Grade on the PCGS web site. Then post your coin and tell us what you...
Counterfeit? :rolleyes:
Tough call. Will they bag it for the scratch next the freedom cap? Is it messed with above LF D? What are the dark lines behind the eagles head...
Hmm. Hard to say. Seller's pictures? I'll wait until you have it in hand to comment.
+1!
Many people think they have a rare coin and having it authenticated as an error or as a rare coin will bring them riches. Some even do so after...
Nice catch!
The lines you see in the obverse field are not hair lines or scratches of any kind. Those are die polish marks. The way to tell the difference is...
Randy, These gimmicks are not our hobby. These gimmicks are from hucksters that have existed since the beginning and yes have proliferated with...
THIS^
Toning on an ASE is usually not desirable. The coin may benefit from conservation to prevent the occurrence of terminal toning. The Morgan dollar...
JMO - VF Details 95 Scratch. Value $35-$50. Keep coin in flip, enjoy it as is.
I don't think acetone is going to help, but if you want to try a toothpick dipped in acetone will put it exactly where you want it.
If that poor cent were a horse you would have to shoot it.
I haven't been to Highland Park in decades. The shot gun shell caps are most interesting to me. Assuming they were fired legally, imagine hunting...
Love that horse talk. Giddy up!
When I have something like this I type every letter and numeral from the item into google. I research as much as I can then post my findings and...
Live and learn...
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