New Indian Head Cent Collection woodgrain

jesbroken · March 28, 2015 10:43AM

Hello all,
Been away for quite some time and, unfortunately had to sell my IHC collection(along with my others). It was my favorite and was AU and higher except for the 77 and 09s. I'm trying to start a new collection and as I cannot afford the coins in the previous condition I am attempting to collect a set of woodgrain Indians in vf+ to low au condition. I have 27 or so but obviously need quite a few more. Should any of you have any that you would care to part with I would appreciate a post with photos and price. I am working on a virtual album for them and will post it on photobucket upon completion.
Thank you for your interest.
Jim

ricko · March 29, 2015 1:43AM

Welcome back Jim... and good luck with your quest....Cheers, RickO

darktone · March 29, 2015 1:46AM

Would love to see them.

mcgrover · March 29, 2015 5:40AM

IMO, reading between the lines, you're saying that woodgrain blanks on IHC, and maybe other cents, are a lesser value - cheaper - than those with no grain showing. My sense is that not only do I not see any reduction in price on woodgrained cents, but that some may be more attractive, and sometimes more colorful, than what I'm calling the plain version. This may not be what you're saying, and I am aware that some collectors don't prefer the grain, but I don't see that the woodgrain finish translates to a lower selling price. I am open to hearing more about this if there is more to hear.

TwoSides2aCoin · March 29, 2015 5:57AM

Enjoy.

shylock · March 29, 2015 5:59AM

Woodgrains are an interesting trait of many IHs but didn't think it was possible to find a full set.
I remember Stewart Blay telling me this was his first Lincoln cent purchase.

jedm · March 29, 2015 6:42AM

I think you have set your self a very interesting goal. I wish I could be creative like that in defining what my goals are. I only have one in my set, which is an 1870 shallow N VF 30. That is a keeper for me so I wont be able to help, but I will keep my eyes open for you. Keep us posted on the progress.

jesbroken · March 29, 2015 7:05AM

Not meaning a lower value of the coins at all, mcgrover. In fact, some are at a premium. Perhaps, I did not state my goal sufficiently. I found that many more coins are available in this condition of a woodgrain or small spotty pattern, that I originally considered and thought that it would be fun just to see how many I could find. The value is lower only because my previous standards have been lowered to vf and up rather thank au and up. I can afford far more of these lower value coins just due to grade differential. Sorry if I confused anyone. I personally think that some of them should carry a premium, but shhh! lets don't tell anyone.
Thanks to all for your comments.
Jim

OldIndianNutKase · March 29, 2015 12:36PM

Very nice idea for a collection of Indians. Hope you share some pics along your way.

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jesbroken · March 30, 2015 10:23AM

Thanks for everyone's input. Here is a 1908 S I just picked up. Shame about the ding, but the color is
gorgeous. I'll add them as I can. Again, Thanks.
Jim

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thebeav · March 31, 2015 3:02AM

That's a neat idea for a collection.
I've always enjoyed this look on coppers......

johnny9434 · March 31, 2015 5:26AM

<< <i>That's a neat idea for a collection.
I've always enjoyed this look on coppers...... >>

agreed, they are neat.

jesbroken · April 12, 2015 10:18AM

Here is another, that I definitely should not have purchased, but loved its look. Coin damaged but I still love
it. Let me know what you think(disregarding the damage).lol

keyman64 · April 12, 2015 10:27AM

Welcome Back and Good luck in your new endeavor!

jesbroken · April 25, 2015 7:45AM

Another coin or 2 for my collection. Hope you enjoy.
Jim

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Raybo · April 25, 2015 10:43AM

I didn't have the pleasure of selling my complete set of FE & IHC collection ( the 1877 was AU and every other coin was MS and I didn't have the 1856), my ex stole them during our divorce.
I started the set in 1973 and finished in 1985, every coin was raw and every coin was purchased from shows, the way it should be.
Your post is bringing up old memories, good luck with your quest.

jesbroken · April 26, 2015 2:05AM

A 1909 Indian Head Cent. Hope this is not boring anyone.
Thanks for your views.
Jim

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ricko · April 26, 2015 2:55AM

Your collection is progressing nicely... I enjoy seeing the pictures...Cheers, RickO

DIMEMAN · April 26, 2015 3:36AM

Some of those don't look woodgrain to me......just old and crusty. But nice.

jesbroken · May 2, 2015 4:58AM

Another IHC I picked up this weekend. Thanks for looking.
Jim

SamByrd · May 2, 2015 11:52PM

<< <i>Thanks for everyone's input. Here is a 1908 S I just picked up. Shame about the ding, but the color is
gorgeous. I'll add them as I can. Again, Thanks.
Jim

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I do wonder if the rim issue is a mint made clip rather then ding.

hchcoin · May 3, 2015 12:11AM

Very cool idea and set! Sometimes I think lower grade sets are more fun to put together because you have so many more options.

lasvegasteddy · May 3, 2015 12:20AM

welcome back
ah...i miss my woody's too and need to buy a couple examples myself..."AGAIN"

sounds like a sweet lil set to work on and best of luck with it

jesbroken · May 4, 2015 1:32AM

Hello all, I thank you for your nice replies and the many posts. Here is an 1865 and 1875 IHC to view.
Jim

MonsterCoinz · May 4, 2015 2:30AM

Here's one I used to own:

jesbroken · May 4, 2015 2:40AM

Nice mach1ne. Thanks for sharing.
Jim

leothelyon · May 4, 2015 4:00AM

<< <i>A 1909 Indian Head Cent. Hope this is not boring anyone.
Thanks for your views.
Jim

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Naw..... but best of luck with building a Liberty cent collection with woodgrain toning.

jesbroken · May 4, 2015 4:48AM

I may not complete it, but will enjoy the chase.
Jim

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