Um, does CAC offer a "black bean"?

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by -jeffB, Oct 21, 2012.

  1. Lehigh96

    Lehigh96 Toning Enthusiast

    If you mean untoned when you say "brilliant", I would refer you to examine the number one set of Roosevelt Dimes in the NGC registry.

    NGC Roosevelt Dime #1 Set Slideshow
     
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  3. Lehigh96

    Lehigh96 Toning Enthusiast

    Eye appeal is a factor in mint state grades as is luster, but this seller seems to struggle with toned minor coinage. I don't think we should condemn the coin just because the seller has obvious problems imaging small toned coins. Here is another example he has for sale.

    1959-ROOSEVELT-DIME-SILVER-NGC-MS66-RAINBOW-3450055-036

    My photos would make that coin look like a superstar. His photos make it look, well, tarnished!
     
  4. lonegunlawyer

    lonegunlawyer Numismatist Esq.

    That one appears much nicer.
     
  5. Lehigh96

    Lehigh96 Toning Enthusiast

    I agree, but it does not appear as nice as it should.
     
  6. frostyluster

    frostyluster Member

    I respectfully disagree. Looks great!
     
  7. Lehigh96

    Lehigh96 Toning Enthusiast

    The buying public disagrees with you!
     
  8. saltysam-1

    saltysam-1 Junior Member

    Any idea why the majority of coins after the late 1950's are a MS67 grade while those before are a MS68 grade? Were new presses brought into play? Perhaps a change in stamping pressure or an increase in stamping speed? Or was this an indication of stricter grading standards from that point on?
     
  9. Lehigh96

    Lehigh96 Toning Enthusiast

    Good question, I really don't have any idea.
     
  10. John Anthony

    John Anthony Ultracrepidarian

    I guess eye appeal trumps the slab if the coin is that decrepit. It wouldn't even sell for a Jackson, which is below NGC's list price.
     
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