1970 s penny Advice Should I buy?

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  1. Brandi Wilson

    Brandi Wilson ... a kid at heart

    I didn't know where to post since this is not an error. Sorry if I put it in the wrong place. Is the small or large date? Should I buy it for a dollar? Screenshot_20200227-233836~2.png Screenshot_20200228-163512~2.png Screenshot_20200228-163537~2.png (If it's the small date, if it's the large date I guess it's worth a penny then right?)
     
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  3. furryfrog02

    furryfrog02 Well-Known Member

    It's a normal date. Worth 1c.
     
  4. thomas mozzillo

    thomas mozzillo Well-Known Member

    It looks like the Large date. It's your money buy I wouldn't buy it unless it was MS 65 Red
     
  5. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    No do not purchase this coin. It's normal and only worth face value.
     
  6. Brandi Wilson

    Brandi Wilson ... a kid at heart

    Ok thanks I'm looking to buy some coins to actually have a collection soon. Can't really add to my collection cause I have more of a hoard not a collection. I guess I'll buy some graded coins to be on the safe side.
     
  7. furryfrog02

    furryfrog02 Well-Known Member

    What are you looking to add to your collection?
    You don't necessarily need to spend the $$ on graded coins.
     
  8. Brandi Wilson

    Brandi Wilson ... a kid at heart

    I love to own a doubled die coin. That's really what I want.
     
  9. furryfrog02

    furryfrog02 Well-Known Member

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  10. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    It's best to be patient with coins. I've been trying to get 2 coins now for over 4 years. They will complete my set.
     
  11. Brandi Wilson

    Brandi Wilson ... a kid at heart

    What kind of set are you collecting?
     
  12. cpm9ball

    cpm9ball CANNOT RE-MEMBER

    You should begin by learning how to grade.
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    I'm not trying to be a wiseguy, but you're going about it the wrong way. Without even a basic knowledge of grading, you're apt to lose more often than win. ~ Chris
     
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  13. Kevin Mader

    Kevin Mader Fellow Coin Enthusiast Supporter

    My advice is not to think of collecting as a race or competition. Pace yourself especially in the early stages. You want to have a feel and understanding about the hobby and coins. This way you'll make fewer mistakes and save money in the process.
     
  14. Brandi Wilson

    Brandi Wilson ... a kid at heart

    Oh ok I'm going to look up that text book now thanks. I did buy "the red book 2020" the other day kindle version.
     
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  15. Kevin Mader

    Kevin Mader Fellow Coin Enthusiast Supporter

    Here is a link you may find useful. https://www.pcgs.com/photograde/

    It's not a replacement for reading books and getting a broader understanding of the process, especially those with more sensitive designs. But it is helpful.
     
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  16. spirityoda

    spirityoda Coin Junky

    yours is a large Date 7 is lower 0 in the date.

    1970-S_Large-Small_Dates copy.jpg
     
  17. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    Peace Dollars, MS-64 or MS-65, PCGS graded only.
     
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  18. Collecting Nut

    Collecting Nut Borderline Hoarder

    That's a good start. Just ignore the prices. Prices are just a guide but a lot of people think those prices are set in stone which they are not.
     
  19. Brandi Wilson

    Brandi Wilson ... a kid at heart

    It IS going to be really useful. Thanks a bunch.

    I'm also going to get the book that referred. I'm not getting the kindle edition because I figured the actual photos would be best. Not photos on my screen which may differ in color. I always keep my screen dimmer than most.
     
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  20. Michael K

    Michael K Well-Known Member

    Large date. 1 cent. Has none of the markers for the small date.
    High 7, extreme curl on the 9, inside of the 9 at the end is sharp and not blunt,
    LIBERTY is weakly struck.
    1970S SD-LDa.jpg
     
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  21. Brandi Wilson

    Brandi Wilson ... a kid at heart

    I pretty sure I'm seeing the difference when comparing one to another now. I think. But when looking at some pennies it's still hard for me to tell. I just need to look at bunches and bunches like you guys. Some of the 7s I can tell. They have a curve to them and are longer. Some are harder for me to tell. LIBERTY being weakly struck is easier for me to see than the 7s.
     
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