So I'm going to the Las Vegas Members show Dec 1st......UPDATE.....it’s a no go!

coinsarefun

** update** just got back to the hotel room. I’m going back Friday to pick up the one token they will grade for me.
Unrelated to the pattern test strikes.
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They asked headquarters and they said no, cannot be done as it will not fit on the description insert of slab.
I’m not sure why things cannot be changes or abbreviated. It’s not like hundreds have been graded.
It saddens me very much that these cannot be attributed right.
Instead a test piece is net graded for damage instead of what it really is.
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Here is a screenshot of coinfacts. I do understand there is not enough room left to
put”test strike” as you can see. But things are not always written in stone, maybe it can be changed?
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End of update........

Wish me luck when I go to the Las Vegas Members show in Las Vegas this coming Tuesday to sit down
with someone there and explain my Ron Landis and the GMM patterns and get them labeled as they should be.
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.I am also bringing along a very popular rare token with an incredible pedigree to have graded and trueviewed.
I have worked on obtaining this token since 2008!.........When I get back home I will post it.

I originally posted this thread here

I thought to update and put all in one place the individual test coins on one thread so it is easier to follow.
I will be going to the Las Vegas PCGS Members Only Show
Tuesday, December 1 to Friday, December 4, 2020
Park MGM
3770 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
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I have Ron's letters written to me that I will bring with me to help confirm ownership along with Ron's agreement that I can have PCGS email him with any questions. I also have his cell number that I will use only if needed to help convince PCGS of the importance of these patterns being labeled correctly.
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It was brought up in the thread (linked above by @messydesk that
"The best way to do this would be to corner a PCGS person at a show and get Ron on the phone, then offer to have PCGS exhibit your set.'" I believe this is a wonderful idea and would love to have @PCGS_SocialMedia announce that they will be displaying it at the Long Beach show
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Since these were graded and trueviewed 10 month's ago I will ask them to change the holder to reflect that these are
Test Strikes by Ron Landis & GMM for Competition in the Golden Dollar Dollar contest the mint had.
Which we all know the Sacagawea design won.
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I recently picked up a few other items from Ron with include the
2000 Modern Portrait. These were struck and handed out to the advisory commission during the 1998 meetings.
Supposedly 47 pieces struck
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Then I have a 2000 dated Liberty head overstruck on a Sacajawea dollar. Unique from Ron's personal collection also.
When we put all these items together I think it tells a wonderful story of Ron's involvement the national completion for the
new Golden Dollar Design that the Mint was going to be minting for the year 2000.
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FIRST TEST STRIKE 7-27-97
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SECOND TEST STRIKE 10-06-97
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THIS BLANK KEPT DIES FROM CLASHING WHEN EJECTOR COLLAR WAS PLACED WRONG, ONE STRIKE ONLY
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FORTH TEST STRIKE, YELLOW BRASS 10-08-97
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FIFTH COIN PIEDIFORT
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SIXTH COIN, ALLOY TEST....Notice "A" at base of LIBERTY
85% clad, 15% zinc, 11-21-97
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SEVENTH COIN, ALLOY TEST.....Notice "B" at base of LIBERTY
50% clad, 50% zinc 11-21-97
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EIGHTH COIN, ALLOY TEST.....Notice "C" at base of LIBERTY
50%clad, 35% copper, 15% zinc, small clip

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THESE ARE THE BLANKS OF VARIOUS ALLOYS
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This is the image Ron provided me with each coin on top of its flip and a piece of alloy in the middle
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Now for the other half of Gallery Mint Museums endeavors is Joe Rust.
I picked several other items from Joe Rust’s daughter .

And, have the certificates showing ownership. for the below items.
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The blue presentation box that was handed out to congressional member's and a few 11 rays, along with Piedfort’s
The presentation box was limited to 100 (I think) @MWallace can tell us better.
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Sorry for any misspelled and or incorrect sentences...... prolly have to change and update a few times

MWallace

The mintage 1998 issue presented in the blue presentation box is 110.

Edited to add that three 1998 pieces were struck on piedfort planchets.

CoinJunkie

Best of luck and stay safe!

djm

So do you expect to lose more at the gaming tables or the grading table?

coinsarefun

@djm said:
So do you expect to lose more at the gaming tables or the grading table?

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I am a slot player and get better comps than table players.....unless you spend huge bucks.
I usually play where I usually win or lose very little.....only 2 machines left like this in the entire casino.
But, since I have been going back and forth over the last few years a lot because I'm going to retire there I will be staying in Summerlin, a close neighborhood so probably no playing this time.
PS.....I better win big at the grading table!

Lakesammman

Looks like a fun project - have a great time and be safe!

MsMorrisine

always be closing !

tradedollarnut

https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/mgm-releases-statement-on-closing-hotel-properties-mid-week-starting-nov-30-amenities-remain-open/

coinsarefun

@tradedollarnut said:
https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/mgm-releases-statement-on-closing-hotel-properties-mid-week-starting-nov-30-amenities-remain-open/

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Unless I missed it Park MGM is not mentioned. Well, I will assume we will here something from
PCGS Monday morning.
Sounds about right......I get my health strong enough to go and now I can’t
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.edit to add....... I see it’s closed, damn!

MsMorrisine

you could probably call the hotel Re: event closures on sunday.

messydesk

@coinsarefun said:

Then I have a 2000 dated Liberty head overstruck on a Sacajawea dollar. Unique from Ron's personal collection also.
When we put all these items together I think it tells a wonderful story of Ron's involvement the national completion for the
new Golden Dollar Design that the Mint was going to be minting for the year 2000.
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Ah, I figured it was probably you that he said he promised this one to when I tried talking him into adding it to my collection after he shared it on Facebook.

coinsarefun

@messydesk said:

@coinsarefun said:

Ah, I figured it was probably you that he said he promised this one to when I tried talking him into adding it to my collection after he shared it on Facebook.

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Yeah, I didn’t want to say anything then cause it took him a long time to price everything out.

DCW

Incredible collection, Stef! Wild that he parted with all those treasures. Glad it went to someone who appreciates them like I know you do!
Congrats. The overstruck Sacajawea and the piedfort are my favs

ricko

Really great set Stef... very impressive. Good luck with the show... well, when it does take place. Let us know how it all turns out. Cheers, RickO

1Mike1

Interesting collection. Good luck when you do get to go!

1630Boston

Good luck and let us know your results

coinsarefun

Thanks everyone for your comments. I called and spoke to them.
Everything is open EXCEPT the hotel. The hotel is open Thursday-Monday.
Since I’m staying in Summerlin, looks like it’s a go.

Byers

I will be at the PCGS show!

BLUEJAYWAY

Forgot where I heard this this past week that Vegas casinos will be operating at 25% of capacity occupancy.

MsMorrisine

just as long as they don't pay 25%

ricko

Glad to hear the show is on.... Look forward to reports...Cheers, RickO

Namvet69

I'm excited for you. Be safe and looking forward to hearing how it all goes down. Peace Roy

coinsarefun

So, I’m here and sat with the rep. It appears Brett or anyone from management may not be here. She is asking corporate about designating these test strikes but, doesn’t look good so far .
I’m waiting downstairs for a text.
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They may not be able to show grade my silver Levick token as they are not familiar with the silver strike and may not be able to grade.
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Same view as pre show
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MsMorrisine

what decision would they make if Landis submitted them?

coinsarefun

@MsMorrisine said:
what decision would they make if Landis submitted them?

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Well, they would probably tell him what they told me.
It won’t fit on the slab!
I only asked for “test strike” to be on slab

crazyhounddog

Best of luck to you. Vegas is always fun😊😊

Onedollarnohollar

do they have covid restrictions and protocols in place?

coinsarefun

Updated in first post, disappointed

CoinJunkie

Bummer. Maybe try 'em "across the street"?

coinsarefun

@CoinJunkie said:
Bummer. Maybe try 'em "across the street"?

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It appears I may have to go this route but it’s a total waste of money getting these graded then.
Especially when I sent in all the necessary proof of ownership and written explain actions from the
engraver what these were. If they could not do it I should have had a chance to decline grading
and take my ball to another team