1825 Capped Bust Quarter - Naturally toning over 30 years...
Eddi
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Another of the raw coins in my collection.
This 1825 Capped Bust Quarter was only very slightly toned when I bought it back in 1988. Ex B&M.
It has since toned by natural exposure over many years. The nicely reflective surfaces are not hairlined from cleaning, but it does have slight marks and two light hairlines which can be seen on the obverse, and only at certain angles It is otherwise a very nice piece.
My question: do you guys think this pretty coin would grade straight?
Thank you for your opinions.
Eduard
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@Eddi
What a nice looking Bust Quarter! I absolutely could see that in a straight grade holder.
You probably know, but that's the B-3, so called 1825/4
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@pursuitofliberty
Thank you very much for your comments, including the attribution.
I really appreciate it.
Eduard
Very nice coin. I’m wondering if the dig at 12:00 on the rim (seen in the obverse) is an issue?
50/50. Worth a shot.
I believe it would straight grade.... Though with the slight rim ding and the obverse scratches, it is a close call. Cheers, RickO
Not enough.
I think it grades. Have you seen the tolerances on these things? Some are laughable.
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I have seen many coins in holders over the years but don't submit much directly myself.
My guess is that coin has a greater than 90% chance of straight grading. I don't see any problem serious enough to prohibit that.
The rim dent and the old cleaning should preclude a straight grade ... but ... it is an early type coin and they may be merciful.
I personally would not give it a straight grade.