I picked this up a few months ago. Morgans are my "side project". I don't usually actively search for them, but when I see one I like, I buy it if I have the funds.
@dsessom said:
I picked this up a few months ago. Morgans are my "side project". I don't usually actively search for them, but when I see one I like, I buy it if I have the funds.
Mine too. I’m stuck on 1878 ogh rattler 1.2. Can’t seem to find one oddly enough.
Nice coin.
Struck in 1899 but dated 1900 I got this “very rare” 3-D Layafette Dollar. It completes my collection of year 1900 coins. It’s the first legal tender coin to bear a portrait of Washington.
The longer I live the more convincing proofs I see of this truth, that God governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice is it possible for an empire to rise without His aid? Benjamin Franklin
Another 1959 Collis Restrike in Silver, NGC MS-63. I'll post better pictures when I have it in hand...
USAF (Ret) 1974 - 1994 - The inherent vice of capitalism is the unequal sharing of blessings; the inherent virtue of socialism is the equal sharing of miseries. Remembering RickO, a brother in arms.
@pmh1nic said:
Struck in 1899 but dated 1900 I got this “very rare” 3-D Layafette Dollar. It completes my collection of year 1900 coins. It’s the first legal tender coin to bear a portrait of Washington.
About 10-13% of Lafayettes, the middle child in that way. If they ever get premiums, the 3D should get a little something.
I've been on an F12 kick lately. Bought a 1912 S V nickel F12, 1890-CC Morgan F12...now this. Not high end coins, but they're going into a set i'm giving to a family member that collects, but doesn't have alot of expendable income. Should be a nice surprise.
I just bought this to go along with my Merrimac token... made from the armor of that armor clad... does anyone know if any were made from the armor of the Monitor?
I just bought this to go along with my Merrimac token... made from the armor of that armor clad... does anyone know if any were made from the armor of the Monitor?
Most of the Ironclad was lost, but in 2002, approximately one fifth of the ship was recovered. I do not believe any coins or token could have been made from it. Here is some good info if you are interested:
I just bought this to go along with my Merrimac token... made from the armor of that armor clad... does anyone know if any were made from the armor of the Monitor?
Most of the Ironclad was lost, but in 2002, approximately one fifth of the ship was recovered. I do not believe any coins or token could have been made from it. Here is some good info if you are interested:
Hey @dsessom
I had forgotten we were talking about Fairmont a couple months ago in another thread. Did you pick up any this
go around?
It’s funny about this coin. I really concentrate on Type 1 20s but was watching the auction until the end. This coin rolled up and I really liked it! Thought it was reasonable enough so I bought it on an impulse.
Damn glad I did, because I like it even better now!
Of course I’m not always that lucky on impulse buys.😂
For the last several years, I've been carrying on an internal debate about whether to upgrade two of my raw XF Morgans. I finally did so. And I'm pleased!
Hey @dsessom
I had forgotten we were talking about Fairmont a couple months ago in another thread. Did you pick up any this
go around?
It’s funny about this coin. I really concentrate on Type 1 20s but was watching the auction until the end. This coin rolled up and I really liked it! Thought it was reasonable enough so I bought it on an impulse.
Damn glad I did, because I like it even better now!
Of course I’m not always that lucky on impulse buys.😂
Not this time. I had purchased an 1845 half eagle for my girlfriend for Christmas, from the Fairmont Collection.
You got a hell of a deal on that 1925 Saint! Congrats!
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I picked this up a few months ago. Morgans are my "side project". I don't usually actively search for them, but when I see one I like, I buy it if I have the funds.
A pair of coins of much more recent vintage:
Mine too. I’m stuck on 1878 ogh rattler 1.2. Can’t seem to find one oddly enough.
Nice coin.
Thank you
Here’s the next add for the set: 1876 $1 Type 3 with a 9.1 rarity score.
*(Last picture still had the DL sticker on it)
These came yesterday.
Two for my Everyman set:
One for my Lowball set
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
From my recent Lincoln cent post...
"Bongo hurtles along the rain soaked highway of life on underinflated bald retread tires."
~Wayne
Struck in 1899 but dated 1900 I got this “very rare” 3-D Layafette Dollar. It completes my collection of year 1900 coins. It’s the first legal tender coin to bear a portrait of Washington.
Another upgrade; I think nice walkers are very beautiful coins!
Another 1959 Collis Restrike in Silver, NGC MS-63. I'll post better pictures when I have it in hand...
USAF (Ret) 1974 - 1994 - The inherent vice of capitalism is the unequal sharing of blessings; the inherent virtue of socialism is the equal sharing of miseries. Remembering RickO, a brother in arms.
I’m jealous!
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CoinsAreFun Toned Silver Eagle Proof Album
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Gallery Mint Museum, Ron Landis& Joe Rust, The beginnings of the Golden Dollar
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More CoinsAreFun Pictorials NGC
About 10-13% of Lafayettes, the middle child in that way. If they ever get premiums, the 3D should get a little something.
Mail call. 1899 Double Eagle MS65.
Rarity of 9.1 with 20 in 65 or higher.
Thanks to Bill at Premium Quality Coin LLC in Minnesota
@bolivarshagnasty
I agree. It doesn't seem real, so I guess it's unreal.
Pete
Got this beauty today! Lovin' it!
once again "details" I can live with
https://www.cointalk.com/media/albums/the-2020-20-large-cent-set.1855/
Like your style!
I've been on an F12 kick lately. Bought a 1912 S V nickel F12, 1890-CC Morgan F12...now this. Not high end coins, but they're going into a set i'm giving to a family member that collects, but doesn't have alot of expendable income. Should be a nice surprise.
Successful BST transactions with....Coinslave87, ChrisH821, Walkerguy21D, SanctionII.......................Received "You Suck" award 02/18/23
My 1st VAM purchase. 1890CC Morgan VAM-4 Tail BAR XF-40 Silver Dollar, eBay purchase, just arrived.
Sellers pics. There are two of these in the NGC population report in any grade. This is the higher of the two in MS64RB
Can’t wait for the mail tomorrow
It's a bit rough, but I can't wait for the package to arrive.
jom
I've been searching for a 2 leaves 1795 flowing hair dollar for some time now and finally made a purchase today!
Nice find. Where did you locate this one?
Hey it's better than any 1800 half dime I have!
Nice pick up man, if you ever want to relocate it hit me up, I've got a great home for it 
Found it through collectors corner / David Lawrence
1832 LM-10.3 R6. Been hunting for >3 years, found it in AU53 unattributed and jumped on it!
New website: Groovycoins.com Capped Bust Half Dime registry set: Bikergeek CBHD LM Set
Great feeling and congratulations. I had a similar feeling when I found a magazine that competed my collection a few years back. Cloud 9.
Rarity 9.5
From a “self described collector”
I just bought this to go along with my Merrimac token... made from the armor of that armor clad... does anyone know if any were made from the armor of the Monitor?
I mainly collect raw Ancients, PCGS Mercury Dimes, and raw CSA'S... but have misc other sets...Jeffhttps://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/mysetregistry/set/215647https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/mysetregistry/showcase/8378
Most of the Ironclad was lost, but in 2002, approximately one fifth of the ship was recovered. I do not believe any coins or token could have been made from it. Here is some good info if you are interested:
https://www.marinersmuseum.org/conservation/uss-monitor/
What an EXCELLENT article!
Thank you!
I mainly collect raw Ancients, PCGS Mercury Dimes, and raw CSA'S... but have misc other sets...Jeffhttps://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/mysetregistry/set/215647https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/mysetregistry/showcase/8378
If you look closely, there is also a gouge in the back of Liberty's eye.
5$ SICARII ASSASSINS
high relief, Ag 999, Selective Gold Plating
https://mennica-gdanska.pl/en/world-coins/5058-sicarii-assassins.html
These were in the mail today, thanks to @Maywood. I bought these through the BST here.
Tonedeaf is a nickname given to me in reference to my guitar playing ability.
Arrived this afternoon. I blame @Barberian for getting me infatuated with these...
Great looking coin!
Tonedeaf is a nickname given to me in reference to my guitar playing ability.
@HillbillyCollector That's a "life goals" coin for me! Wow!
Hey thanks!
Hey @dsessom
I had forgotten we were talking about Fairmont a couple months ago in another thread. Did you pick up any this
go around?
It’s funny about this coin. I really concentrate on Type 1 20s but was watching the auction until the end. This coin rolled up and I really liked it! Thought it was reasonable enough so I bought it on an impulse.
Damn glad I did, because I like it even better now!
Of course I’m not always that lucky on impulse buys.😂
For the last several years, I've been carrying on an internal debate about whether to upgrade two of my raw XF Morgans. I finally did so. And I'm pleased!
I just purchased another coin that I did not need AGAIN!
I put in what I thought was a low ball bid on this coin and..... voila I win.
I already have a nice example of the same date, so I guess I will have to sell/trade one of them at the CSNS.
Strange choice of words here! Every coin I've ever purchased was because I NEEDED to! lol
New website: Groovycoins.com Capped Bust Half Dime registry set: Bikergeek CBHD LM Set
Closing in on completing the Early Dollar set, picked up a 1798 BB-124 (B-24a) terminal die state.
Not this time. I had purchased an 1845 half eagle for my girlfriend for Christmas, from the Fairmont Collection.
You got a hell of a deal on that 1925 Saint! Congrats!
My latest.
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
Minted in Philadelphia while Teddy Roosevelt was President and the year the US took over the Panama Canal project.
Chopmarked Trade Dollar Registry Set --- US & World Gold Showcase --- World Chopmark Showcase