It’s a nice looking coin. However, with a buildup like that, (though unintentionally) you’re inviting disappointment. Check Coinfacts and you will be treated to quite a few fair 😉looking examples of various dates.
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Great strike on that 1854, but the 1885 Proof is prettier.
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@yosclimber said:
I agree - nice, but for "prettiest", you need to look at some Cameo Proofs like this one.
@CaptHenway said:
Great strike on that 1854, but the 1885 Proof is prettier.
Hey, it’s not fair comparing apples to oranges (Mint State coins to Proofs). Proofs will always look nicer, and that’s why when high grade proof coins are affordable compared to Mint State, that’s what I buy for my Type Set. But @asheland ‘s point was that his friends MINT STATE $3 Gold is absolutely gorgeous, and I agree! Super clean fields, a hammered strike, and a luster bomb! It looks like it was made yesterday.
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@yosclimber said:
I agree - nice, but for "prettiest", you need to look at some Cameo Proofs like this one.
@CaptHenway said:
Great strike on that 1854, but the 1885 Proof is prettier.
Hey, it’s not fair comparing apples to oranges (Mint State coins to Proofs). Proofs will always look nicer, and that’s why when high grade proof coins are affordable compared to Mint State, that’s what I buy for my Type Set. But @asheland ‘s point was that his friends MINT STATE $3 Gold is absolutely gorgeous, and I agree! Super clean fields, a hammered strike, and a luster bomb! It looks like it was made yesterday.
I think it was fair to make such a comparison, considering that the thread title made no distinction regarding business strike vs. Proof. But below are a couple of attractive business strikes. Maybe this thread will lead to some new registry sets. Either way, congratulations to asheland on a great addition.
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@yosclimber said:
I agree - nice, but for "prettiest", you need to look at some Cameo Proofs like this one.
@CaptHenway said:
Great strike on that 1854, but the 1885 Proof is prettier.
Hey, it’s not fair comparing apples to oranges (Mint State coins to Proofs). Proofs will always look nicer, and that’s why when high grade proof coins are affordable compared to Mint State, that’s what I buy for my Type Set. But @asheland ‘s point was that his friends MINT STATE $3 Gold is absolutely gorgeous, and I agree! Super clean fields, a hammered strike, and a luster bomb! It looks like it was made yesterday.
I think it was fair to make such a comparison, considering that the thread title made no distinction regarding business strike vs. Proof. But below are a couple of attractive business strikes. Maybe this thread will lead to some new registry sets. Either way, congratulations to asheland on a great addition.
@Ashland mumbles to self, gosh ok ok I thought it was rather nice, tuff crowd, and that Feld dude, but sheees these others gems put my buddies example to shame, sudda never posted this, oh my, and it ain't even beaned
@marcmoish said: @Ashland mumbles to self, gosh ok ok I thought it was rather nice, tuff crowd, and that Feld dude, but sheees these others gens put my buddies example to shame, sudda never posted this, oh my, and it ain't even beaned
I was torn about posting what I did to this thread. But I’m anti-hype, regardless of who owns the coins. And thought that those who are unfamiliar with how nice/attractive some $3.00 gold pieces are, might have gotten the wrong impression, otherwise.
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Unless your friend submitted it raw himself...or lucked into first shot with the original submitter....odds are that if it were going to cross it already would have, let alone go up a grade.
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Wow..........
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Meh, where's the "D?"
Kidding! Great piece
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I know. It’s crazy nice.
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Like it was minted yesterday
(And not 165 years ago)
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Damn I was about to say that’s quite the addition to your type set. That babe needs to go to CaC for a sticker!
That's a stunner.
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Oh my! Jaw dropping!
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It’s a nice looking coin. However, with a buildup like that, (though unintentionally) you’re inviting disappointment. Check Coinfacts and you will be treated to quite a few fair 😉looking examples of various dates.
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I agree - nice, but for "prettiest", you need to look at some Cameo Proofs like this one.
Great coin thanks for sharing!
You should be able to buy it.
It’s pocket change, only $15,000
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Indeed looking at Photograde you’ll see better, but this isn’t too shabby. 😛
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Great strike on that 1854, but the 1885 Proof is prettier.
Hey, it’s not fair comparing apples to oranges (Mint State coins to Proofs). Proofs will always look nicer, and that’s why when high grade proof coins are affordable compared to Mint State, that’s what I buy for my Type Set. But @asheland ‘s point was that his friends MINT STATE $3 Gold is absolutely gorgeous, and I agree! Super clean fields, a hammered strike, and a luster bomb! It looks like it was made yesterday.
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Well said @winesteven and how about that cell phone pic. WTG!
I think it was fair to make such a comparison, considering that the thread title made no distinction regarding business strike vs. Proof. But below are a couple of attractive business strikes. Maybe this thread will lead to some new registry sets. Either way, congratulations to asheland on a great addition.
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Great looking coin!
That is a really nice gold coin.... MS with booming luster and clean fields....Cheers, RickO
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Love the awesome strike on this coin along with the lack of obvious distracting marks. Jealous!
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My friend thinks it has a shot at 66 and I agree.
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What a beautiful coin! You are lucky having a friend with such a taste
@MFeld To correct the corrector it is not an addition, unless he knocked his friend out and stole it.
I agree it is extremely beautiful👍
No fair! These two blow the others away.
Good Luck.
nice gold Ashland, I like. you going to buy it?
Unfortunately no. I would only be comfortable with a 63 or 64 tops. price wise
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@Ashland mumbles to self, gosh ok ok I thought it was rather nice, tuff crowd, and that Feld dude, but sheees these others gems put my buddies example to shame, sudda never posted this, oh my, and it ain't even beaned
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I thought it was already yours. Too many hits for 66.
I was torn about posting what I did to this thread. But I’m anti-hype, regardless of who owns the coins. And thought that those who are unfamiliar with how nice/attractive some $3.00 gold pieces are, might have gotten the wrong impression, otherwise.
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@asheland you old hypemeister you.
Ive handled a couple of ms66 cac's
Unless your friend submitted it raw himself...or lucked into first shot with the original submitter....odds are that if it were going to cross it already would have, let alone go up a grade.