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My BEST find so far, in 2021...

joeykoinsjoeykoins Posts: 18,424 ✭✭✭✭✭
edited January 21, 2021 3:09AM in U.S. Coin Forum

Hi guy's, you can call this my BEST Cherry pick, even though, it's not technically a variety/error. But I can call it my best find, anyway! You guys will never guess what I paid for this? The price, is what makes it my greatest find for 2021. This set (1997 Botanical Garden), has the LOW mintage Jefferson nickel. Only 25,000! She only charged me a measly $20. Now, I have both sets. Even the 1994 set, only cost me $30. So for both sets together, a grand total of $50. I'm happy just as when I hunt down a major variety! Lol. Here it is. Thanks guy's





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  • Downtown1974Downtown1974 Posts: 7,178 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I can feel your excitement through your post. Good for you, Joey!

  • Batman23Batman23 Posts: 5,268 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Nice score! The silver value of the dollar coin is worth that alone. If you want another one at going prices you can pick one up on ebay: https://ebay.com/itm/1997-United-States-Botanic-Garden-Coinage-And-Currency-Set/233864331872?hash=item3673668260:g:zCAAAOSwWGdgBcnT

    The cert claims the paper dollar is .32 Troy ounce?

  • joeykoinsjoeykoins Posts: 18,424 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Thanks. Yeah normally, this set would sell for a close $130 price tag. Sure I realize one can probably find a set cheaper than that $130 on the bay. But just for that fact that the 25,000 mintage is sick! Very under rated coin. I'm ecstatic. Now, I can spend some extra cash on having it graded. Just in a 65 grade, would exceed my $20 cost and the submission fee. :)

    "Jesus died for you and for me, Thank you,Jesus"!!!

    --- If it should happen I die and leave this world and you want to remember me. Please only remember my opening Sig Line.
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 38,643 ✭✭✭✭✭

    what makes it a better score;
    these often get lemon yellow toning on the reverse of the nickel. the no toning ones bring a premium.

  • joeykoinsjoeykoins Posts: 18,424 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @MsMorrisine said:
    what makes it a better score;

    Just the $20 price tag alone. Anything else is just a bonus.

    "Jesus died for you and for me, Thank you,Jesus"!!!

    --- If it should happen I die and leave this world and you want to remember me. Please only remember my opening Sig Line.
  • 291fifth291fifth Posts: 25,082 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @MsMorrisine said:
    what makes it a better score;
    these often get lemon yellow toning on the reverse of the nickel. the no toning ones bring a premium.

    Is the coin actually turning lemon yellow or is it just the plastic packaging that is turning yellow?

    All glory is fleeting.
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 38,643 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I've not busted one open but it is on the reverse only and looks like the coin.

  • joeykoinsjoeykoins Posts: 18,424 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited January 20, 2021 4:40PM

    Check this PCGS graded 1997 out
    Toned and still has a premium
    MS 66

    It's listed at $85

    "Jesus died for you and for me, Thank you,Jesus"!!!

    --- If it should happen I die and leave this world and you want to remember me. Please only remember my opening Sig Line.
  • TennesseeDaveTennesseeDave Posts: 4,868 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I had one of those sets and both coins graded 69. Congrats on getting for a great price. Maybe you'll get 70's

    Trade $'s
  • 1630Boston1630Boston Posts: 14,155 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Congrats @joeykoins :)

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  • rickoricko Posts: 98,724 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Congratulations on a nice acquisition....and a great price. Good luck on your submission. Cheers, RickO

  • johnny9434johnny9434 Posts: 31,422 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Awesome Joey. I love them good pick ups as well :)

  • JimnightJimnight Posts: 10,846 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Nice :)

  • abcde12345abcde12345 Posts: 3,404 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @Jimnight said:
    Nice :)

    :blush:

  • davewesendavewesen Posts: 6,899 ✭✭✭✭✭

    nice pick up

  • crazyhounddogcrazyhounddog Posts: 14,187 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Very cool👍

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  • RichieURichRichieURich Posts: 8,614 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Nice find. It proves once again that knowledge is power.

    An authorized PCGS dealer, and a contributor to the Red Book.

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