Is it only full steps that matter or are you somehow less of a collector if you have some coins (maybe more than some) with worn steps but a fine obverse? I enjoy seeing the proofs with the mirror finish...just beautiful. But somehow some of these worn coins that have obviously been around the block are still a thrill for me to find in a roll... especially the pre-1950 stuff. Here is what I think is one of my best finds. No FS but just a nice coin. I could buy it (FS) but the fun I think is in the hunt. I’d love to hear opinions from some seasoned collectors. Thanks
Full steps are very rare. 1939-D is a good coin. Second lowest mintage after the 1950-D I believe. $7 in F-12.
Great find! I have always collected for my own enjoyment and good finds always have thrilled me. If you can fill a Whitman Album with the whole series with this being the base grade you will have some serious bragging rights. Anyone can grab one in a 2x2 somewhere but to do it solely by going through rolls is a serious collector in their own right.
The only thing that really matters is what makes you happy. Keep what you like and know that your tastes will evolve as you go.
