A couple more NEWPS - Dark and dusky Bust Halves
pursuitofliberty
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Well, this was an interesting pair. One was mis-attributed, and one wasn't listed at all, but I think I was right from the pictures I saw.
For what it's worth, both are also in the "wrong" plastic, and possibly slightly over-graded therein, but that may change eventually. The price and the look were right, so I took a flyer.
Let me know what you think ... grade and attribution wise.
All comments ... good, bad and indifferent ... are always welcome!
This one was just hanging out, probably waiting for some 'Nut to see, but I may have been the only crazy one
1826 O-119
And this one was mis-attributed, and is actually a die marriage I have (oh man, I must be sick!) but it's a later die state
1830 O-113
“We are only their care-takers,” he posed, “if we take good care of them, then centuries from now they may still be here … ”
Todd - BHNC #242
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Both are attributed right. I'm not surprised.
The '26 is a tougher die marriage (R4-). And not always struck well (die issues, not really striking). Cool die cracks. I'd guess 53 in PCGS plastic. Higher ATS. Another unspoiled bust half from Original Todd.
The 30-113 has pleasant surfaces and original looks. A bit more luster? I think it would cross at PCGS around 55.
At the end of each newp post you should append your die marriage count.
Lance.
Nice coin
Both are very nice. Good eye you have for those crusty busties.
I like them both... nice looking coins. No idea on attributions....Cheers, RickO