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I have a quasi-interest in Buffalo Nickels
Walkerfan
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Was excited to pick this up at the show, yesterday. I added it to my one per date set that I may never finish but don't care.
It's not an expensive coin but I like it's strike and skin. I also like that it's an early date and a near gem.
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
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14 is one of the mushiest of the early buffs. This is not one of those. Nice light patina, 63?
64 and the reverse fields are better than most i see.
Gonna let more people gtg.
I'll reveal tonight!
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
I like!
My War Nickels https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/nickels/jefferson-nickels-specialty-sets/jefferson-nickels-fs-basic-war-set-circulation-strikes-1942-1945/publishedset/94452
Very nice Buff....Looks 63....Cheers, RickO
Nice Strike! and a little die clash in there too. I like the color. 64
64 here. I like Buffs too. Trying not to get sucked into that rabbit hole. They are nice though.
Nice original skin I gave up on try to grade them
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/quarters/washington-quarters-major-sets/washington-quarters-date-set-circulation-strikes-1932-present/publishedset/209923
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/quarters/washington-quarters-major-sets/washington-quarters-date-set-circulation-strikes-1932-present/album/209923
I like it as a 64 if the luster’s there. If not a strong 63.
Nice score my coin brother 👌🏻
@FullHorn Thanks for sharing that info. I wasn't even aware of that. Cool!
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
I read my OP and see that I have, inadvertently, given it away by calling it a 'near gem' LOL
So, I will reveal:
Yes, it's a 64.
I appreciate everyone's comments, so far, but it has been especially nice to hear from @clarkbar04 @FullHorn @crazyhounddog and @grip, b/c I KNOW that you guys definitely know your Buffs!! Glad you like!!
Please keep the opinions coming. I love to read them and learn from them ALL. Many thanks!
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
I know, Right!?! Me TOO! LOL
It's tough to find that last Walker with Morgans, Mercs, Buffs and Frankies all on the back burner!! LMAO!!
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
AWWW.......C'mon you guys. Have fun with the rest of us BuffHeads. Dive in!
But watch it when you dive. You could hit the bottom.
Pete
Sounds like a BUYER'S market.....that only makes it MORE tempting.
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
a quasi-interest
Oh, that's what they all say. It's a trap, and you've already been snared. Nice coin!
I knew it would happen.
I think some more eye candy will help remove the “quasi” part.
How true....I'm afraid you're RIGHT! LOL!! Thank You!!
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
Ohh yes, that's REALLY NICE!! WHO am I fooling? LOL!!
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
Nice I like to
Nice example, I'd agree with 64 based on the picture.
1914 is one I'm still looking for. I'm trying to find one with a good strike and without die clashing, a difficult combination.
Collector, occasional seller
That’s awesome. I’m doing the same with raw crusty seated dimes. No stress, just add one here and there where it fits
That's GREAT!! Yes, I agree, after finishing my Walkers; I'll just be collecting at my leisure. A LOT more FUN!!
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
Good luck with your endeavour! I'd call it a 64.
I, too have assembled a Mint State date set but to add little bit of a challenge I've made sure each date is as beautifully toned as I could. I started out with an attempt to get full strikes but found that to be impossible. A date set makes a nice collection without the extreme cost a full set would entail.
I've loved Buffaloes ever since Childhood when you could still find them in your change. Sadly they never had a date on them.
A couple years ago I snagged an ultimate prize - a Proof Buffalo ( PF 65) in Rattler ( green) with a Gold CAC sticker. The Coin is a beauty but the Holder looks equally as impressive , absolutely Mint. Will PCGS Slab the entire works ?
Anyway I've located another Proof Buffalo thats also a PF 65, Gold CAC, same Date, but it's a White Label Rattler.
How much does a White Label add to value over a Green Label? I probably should pass and just go after another Date.
But I'm just really curious, how much more is a White Label over a Green Label in a Rattler Holder?
Just don’t get into large cents like I did.....it’s not a rabbit hole, it’s Mammoth Cave 😳
BTW clarkbar04-that 1914 is rather attractive!
I think if the cert # starts with 108 it would be like A LOT.
I think the $1500+ premium is a bit steep but maybe I'm out of touch.
Unless you are a slab collector, buy a PR67 for half that price.
Collector, occasional seller
Agreed! This 1917 is one of my favorites:
Collector, occasional seller
Hey now That Is a beautiful Specimen. I want one of those. Much more impressive than another 1937 - in another color of Rattler HOLDER,
Hey. This got me to look. Shoot, on Collector's Corner, I had to go 9 pages to even GET to the 1914 date.
Yep, only the second year of the whole series. I found that to be an attractive buying point. The same dealer had a 1915 P in the same grade but I thought that the 1914 was nicer and it’s a slightly better date.
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
Good to see you looking at Buffalos. Before I collected Walkers, I was a Buffalo collector and was the first set I sold through HEritage. I like the look of your 1914 - some nice toning and a solid strike with not too many marks. Luster goes a long way on grading with Buffalos - I like 64.
"Look up, old boy, and see what you get." -William Bonney.
@breakdown Thanks! I like MS 64, too. I buy 65s, when I can get them, but I won't go beyond that. I almost forgot that you did Buffalos, since I associate you, mostly, with Walkers and your epic set. Your icon always serves as a reminder. I know that you also did SLHs and I like them, too, although I'll never attempt a set of those. I would like just one SLH MS example, as a type coin, though. I used to buy them raw back in the day and I like the design and history a lot. Thanks for the feedback and glad you like it!
“I may not believe in myself but I believe in what I’m doing” ~Jimmy Page~
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947)
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
I strongly approve of collecting both walkers and buffs!
I only need one to finish the toned buff date set (1921) and reasonably priced toned walkers don’t show up all that often so it’s slow going.