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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;TIF, post: 3195362, member: 56859&quot;]I agree with others regarding the fragility of this owl tet.&nbsp; Personally, I like the reticulated look so I&#039;d prefer to not have that wear away <img src="styles/default/xenforo/clear.png" class="mceSmilieSprite mceSmilie1" alt=":)" unselectable="on" unselectable="on" />.&nbsp; As a pocket piece which would be shown around, the odds of someone dropping it are somewhat high and that might break the coin.</p><p><br /></p><p>I&#039;d still break it out though.&nbsp; That doesn&#039;t require a ton of force.&nbsp; Just turn the slab on its side and sharply tap it at the seam, striking around the junction of the label and holder body.&nbsp; Repeat for the other side.&nbsp; Use a screwdriver to propagate the crack if needed.&nbsp; They generally open like a book when tapped in this manner.&nbsp; Alternatively, and perhaps better in this case, put it in a vise and tighten.&nbsp; Searching this board will yield many photos of crack-out techniques.</p><p><br /></p><p>I agree with TypeCoin about the best coin for a pocket piece.&nbsp; An Alexander III (or ATG-style) tetradrachm is a fabulous pocket piece and they are equally abundant.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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