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Not mine, but I wish it was!

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  • LazybonesLazybones Posts: 1,484 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Wow!

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  • WalkerfanWalkerfan Posts: 9,370 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Stellar example!

    Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍

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    https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/

  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 33,298 ✭✭✭✭✭

    beautiful

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  • fiftysevenerfiftysevener Posts: 909 ✭✭✭✭

    Specimen ?

  • BaleyBaley Posts: 22,661 ✭✭✭✭✭

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  • breakdownbreakdown Posts: 2,163 ✭✭✭✭✭

    TDN
    I see it sold already. Someone did nicely on that one - very cool looking coin.

    "Look up, old boy, and see what you get." -William Bonney.

  • HydrantHydrant Posts: 7,773 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I can dream.

  • BustDMsBustDMs Posts: 1,618 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Too many calories for my diet.

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  • truebloodtrueblood Posts: 609 ✭✭✭✭

    @breakdown said:
    TDN
    I see it sold already. Someone did nicely on that one - very cool looking coin.

    Where did you see it sell etc?

  • joebb21joebb21 Posts: 4,746 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @trueblood said:

    @breakdown said:
    TDN
    I see it sold already. Someone did nicely on that one - very cool looking coin.

    Where did you see it sell etc?

    LEGENDCOIN.COM

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  • Pnies20Pnies20 Posts: 2,337 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @BustDMs said:
    Too many calories for my diet.

    If we could own coins based on the calories in our diet, I’d be in the top 10 of collectors.

    BHNC #248 … 130 and counting.

  • ironmanl63ironmanl63 Posts: 1,973 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @tradedollarnut said:
    Not mine, but I wish it was!

    Not to be a smart ass but if you wanted it why didn't you buy it. Your company owned the coin and you sold it. If the question is out of line I apologize.

  • ironmanl63ironmanl63 Posts: 1,973 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Thanks for the response. Awesome coin. Looking forward to see your new purchase.

  • JustacommemanJustacommeman Posts: 22,847 ✭✭✭✭✭

    That qualifies in spades

    m

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  • BroadstruckBroadstruck Posts: 30,497 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I feel the photos aren't doing that any sort of justice.

    To Err Is Human.... To Collect Err's Is Just Too Much Darn Tootin Fun!
  • CalifornianKingCalifornianKing Posts: 1,259 ✭✭✭✭

    Wow. I'd kill to see it in hand. Must be amazing

  • NysotoNysoto Posts: 3,818 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Nice engraving!

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  • earlyAurumearlyAurum Posts: 731 ✭✭✭✭✭

    That is a super nice looking coin. i was admiring it on Legend's site. I don't have any interest in collecting anything outside of my quarter eagles but that dime really is inspiring.

  • vplite99vplite99 Posts: 1,292 ✭✭✭✭✭

    I love coin porn!

    Vplite99
  • marcmoishmarcmoish Posts: 6,292 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Love it!

    Now THAT will talk to me way more than the 1913 Nickel or the 1804 Dollar.

  • gonzergonzer Posts: 3,029 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @tradedollarnut said:
    A] I didn’t know about it until it was already sold
    B] I just expended a ton of funds on a new purchase to be revealed shortly
    C] I’m focusing on a box of 20 of ultra rarities and _that coin as nice as it is wouldn’t qualify _

    :o:o:o

  • RYKRYK Posts: 35,797 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @earlyAurum said:
    That is a super nice looking coin. i was admiring it on Legend's site. I don't have any interest in collecting anything outside of my quarter eagles but that dime really is inspiring.

    Dimes and quarter eagles go well together!

    My Box of 20: https://pcgs.com/setregistry/collectors-showcase/box-20/ryks-gold-box-20/17132
  • SwampboySwampboy Posts: 13,002 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Look away!!

    "Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso

  • earlyAurumearlyAurum Posts: 731 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @RYK said:

    @earlyAurum said:
    That is a super nice looking coin. i was admiring it on Legend's site. I don't have any interest in collecting anything outside of my quarter eagles but that dime really is inspiring.

    Dimes and quarter eagles go well together!

    Yes, they do. But one denomination is enough for me at this point in time. I certainly looked at what Ed Price did and derived some inspiration but not for the dimes.

  • joeykoinsjoeykoins Posts: 16,239 ✭✭✭✭✭

    B(lu)eautiful! :D

    No seriously, beautiful coin. Wish it was my mine too. ;)

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  • cameonut2011cameonut2011 Posts: 10,169 ✭✭✭✭✭

    That’s a special piece. PL in hand? What was the grade and original asking price?

  • TheGoonies1985TheGoonies1985 Posts: 5,641 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Superb coin!!!

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  • TheGoonies1985TheGoonies1985 Posts: 5,641 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited February 21, 2021 1:23PM

    What did it sell for?

    NFL: Buffalo Bills & Green Bay Packers

  • tradedollarnuttradedollarnut Posts: 20,162 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Early Dollar Set
  • breakdownbreakdown Posts: 2,163 ✭✭✭✭✭

    It was listed for 135K. I had a similar reaction to early Aurumn. I am trying to be very focused on some narrow collecting goals and dimes certainly don't fall within them. Nevertheless, when I saw the coin on Legend's site, I at least did some hypothetical math on what I could sell, etc.
    If I was a box of 20 collector, this coin would seem to check a lot of boxes...

    "Look up, old boy, and see what you get." -William Bonney.

  • TheGoonies1985TheGoonies1985 Posts: 5,641 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited February 21, 2021 1:30PM

    @tradedollarnut said:

    Thanks you guys handle some awesome coins!!! Great company and superb reputation!!!

    NFL: Buffalo Bills & Green Bay Packers

  • GRANDAMGRANDAM Posts: 8,535 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @tradedollarnut said:
    C] I’m focusing on a box of 20 of ultra rarities and that coin as nice as it is wouldn’t qualify

    Get a bigger box,,,,,,,,

    GrandAm :)
  • TheGoonies1985TheGoonies1985 Posts: 5,641 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited February 21, 2021 1:34PM

    @breakdown said:
    It was listed for 135K. I had a similar reaction to early Aurumn. I am trying to be very focused on some narrow collecting goals and dimes certainly don't fall within them. Nevertheless, when I saw the coin on Legend's site, I at least did some hypothetical math on what I could sell, etc.
    If I was a box of 20 collector, this coin would seem to check a lot of boxes...

    @breakdown said:
    It was listed for 135K. I had a similar reaction to early Aurumn. I am trying to be very focused on some narrow collecting goals and dimes certainly don't fall within them. Nevertheless, when I saw the coin on Legend's site, I at least did some hypothetical math on what I could sell, etc.
    If I was a box of 20 collector, this coin would seem to check a lot of boxes...

    Same here but to each his own. It's not like he can't start a box of 30 at some point but for now he is happy with the project he is working on and that is what matters the most in this hobby at all collecting levels. Just be happy simple as that.

    NFL: Buffalo Bills & Green Bay Packers

  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 33,298 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @GRANDAM said:

    @tradedollarnut said:
    C] I’m focusing on a box of 20 of ultra rarities and that coin as nice as it is wouldn’t qualify

    Get a bigger box,,,,,,,,

    make the box of 20 a box of 20 boxes

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  • MFeldMFeld Posts: 13,647 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @Broadstruck said:
    I feel the photos aren't doing that any sort of justice.

    Why do you feel that way? Based on the photos, the coin looks gorgeous and I would have guessed it graded as high as 66 or even 67. But it’s a 65+.

    Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.

  • WalkerfanWalkerfan Posts: 9,370 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @breakdown said:
    It was listed for 135K. I had a similar reaction to early Aurumn. I am trying to be very focused on some narrow collecting goals and dimes certainly don't fall within them. Nevertheless, when I saw the coin on Legend's site, I at least did some hypothetical math on what I could sell, etc.
    If I was a box of 20 collector, this coin would seem to check a lot of boxes...

    Just curious. What are you into, these days?

    Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍

    My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947):

    https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/

  • tradedollarnuttradedollarnut Posts: 20,162 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Laura’s email description: “ the coin looks even better in person”

    Early Dollar Set
  • BroadstruckBroadstruck Posts: 30,497 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited February 21, 2021 2:22PM

    @MFeld said:

    @Broadstruck said:
    I feel the photos aren't doing that any sort of justice.

    Why do you feel that way? Based on the photos, the coin looks gorgeous and I would have guessed it graded as high as 66 or even 67. But it’s a 65+.

    Coin most likely has PL fields and that's a slight angle shot to get the colors to pop as seen when tilted in hand under a light source. Additionally the fact that it's a small diameter coin doesn't make it any easier. There's only a few photographers that can manage to get proper photo of such a coin in a slab. For the rest it's challenging to the point that after a while you just give up and run with the best image you've managed to take.

    To Err Is Human.... To Collect Err's Is Just Too Much Darn Tootin Fun!
  • 10000lakes10000lakes Posts: 811 ✭✭✭✭

    @Broadstruck said:

    @MFeld said:

    @Broadstruck said:
    I feel the photos aren't doing that any sort of justice.

    Why do you feel that way? Based on the photos, the coin looks gorgeous and I would have guessed it graded as high as 66 or even 67. But it’s a 65+.

    Coin most likely has PL fields and that's a slight angle shot to get the colors to pop as seen when tilted in hand under a light source. Additionally the fact that it's a small diameter coin doesn't make it any easier. There's only a few photographers that can manage to get proper photo of such a coin in a slab. For the rest it's challenging to the point that after a while you just give up and run with the best image you've managed to take.

    It was previously in a NGC 66 PL holder. Ex Gardner.
    https://coins.ha.com/itm/early-dimes/1796-10c-jr-4-r4-ms66-prooflike-ngc/a/1228-98200.s?hdnJumpToLot=1&x=0&y=0

  • rickoricko Posts: 98,724 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Definitely an impressive coin.... Having survived over 200 years in that condition is remarkable in itself. Cheers, RickO

  • MrEurekaMrEureka Posts: 24,275 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @tradedollarnut said:

    C] I’m focusing on a box of 20 of ultra rarities

    Why? I mean, I'm sure they'll all be great coins and all that, but why?

    Andy Lustig

    Doggedly collecting coins of the Central American Republic.

    Visit the Society of US Pattern Collectors at USPatterns.com.
  • TheGoonies1985TheGoonies1985 Posts: 5,641 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @MrEureka said:

    @tradedollarnut said:

    C] I’m focusing on a box of 20 of ultra rarities

    Why? I mean, I'm sure they'll all be great coins and all that, but why?

    He seems enjoying sticking with his goals nothing wrong not to be all over the place.

    NFL: Buffalo Bills & Green Bay Packers

  • ElKevvoElKevvo Posts: 4,120 ✭✭✭✭✭

    That coin in beautiful and I could have added it to my collection. But...after adding it my collection would be down to a Box of 1 and my then divorced wife would be not be as supportive of my collecting as she is now (sort of). Neither is very appealing of an option for me! :)

    K

    ANA LM
  • MrEurekaMrEureka Posts: 24,275 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @KingOfMorganDollar said:

    @MrEureka said:

    @tradedollarnut said:

    C] I’m focusing on a box of 20 of ultra rarities

    Why? I mean, I'm sure they'll all be great coins and all that, but why?

    He seems enjoying sticking with his goals nothing wrong not to be all over the place.

    I didn't say there there was anything wrong with it. I'm just curious about why people choose certain paths.

    Andy Lustig

    Doggedly collecting coins of the Central American Republic.

    Visit the Society of US Pattern Collectors at USPatterns.com.
  • MFeldMFeld Posts: 13,647 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @Broadstruck said:

    @MFeld said:

    @Broadstruck said:
    I feel the photos aren't doing that any sort of justice.

    Why do you feel that way? Based on the photos, the coin looks gorgeous and I would have guessed it graded as high as 66 or even 67. But it’s a 65+.

    Coin most likely has PL fields and that's a slight angle shot to get the colors to pop as seen when tilted in hand under a light source. Additionally the fact that it's a small diameter coin doesn't make it any easier. There's only a few photographers that can manage to get proper photo of such a coin in a slab. For the rest it's challenging to the point that after a while you just give up and run with the best image you've managed to take.

    Thank you.

    Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.

  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 33,298 ✭✭✭✭✭

    is your box labelled R-7+ ?

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  • MrEurekaMrEureka Posts: 24,275 ✭✭✭✭✭

    @tradedollarnut said:

    @MrEureka said:

    @tradedollarnut said:

    C] I’m focusing on a box of 20 of ultra rarities

    Why? I mean, I'm sure they'll all be great coins and all that, but why?

    Because I’m done building sets. I’ve seen what gradeflation does to the values.

    I completely get that. Although I have to say that there are plenty of other ways to avoid that particular minefield.

    Andy Lustig

    Doggedly collecting coins of the Central American Republic.

    Visit the Society of US Pattern Collectors at USPatterns.com.

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