1838 Classic Half Eagle, Grade & Worth?

Discussion in 'What's it Worth' started by Wellington, Apr 7, 2015.

  1. Wellington

    Wellington New Member

    Thanks in advance for any insight. I am a newbie & inherited this coin (and others) so any help is appreciated. BTW, can anyone recommend a reputable coin dealer? I'm interested in having the coin graded. I'm in Tallahassee, FL

    --Scott

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    Wellington, Apr 7, 2015
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  3. coinman1234

    coinman1234 Not a Well-Known Member

    Cleaned????
     
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  4. Wellington

    Wellington New Member

    Do not know. Not by me. As far as I know this coin was purchased by my great-grandfather for my grandfather for a birthday present. My grandfather collected coins & stamps, but only a few things came to me. He had something like 17 grandchildren.
     
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  5. Mikey Zee

    Mikey Zee Delenda Est Carthago

    Definitely get it graded....since even in VF it can range from about $400-$1,000 by increments and stated 'issues' such as cleaning etc.

    And yours appears to be closer to EF...
     
    Mikey Zee, Apr 7, 2015
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  6. rzage

    rzage What Goes Around Comes Around .

    I'll go EF-40 .
     
    rzage, Apr 7, 2015
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  7. Kirkuleez

    Kirkuleez 80 proof

    XF-45 and worth about 900 or so. Nice coin, I'd get it graded because the price jumps up really quickly in the AU range. You could get lucky.
     
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