Pedzola's Gold

Pedzola

2021 was a milestone year for my collecting journey. I consolidated to pursue a single type set, got some amazing coins, grew my network of fellow collectors and dealers, and learned a lot along the way. Though the hunt has been frustrating at times, I've really been enjoying the hobby this year.

So I wanted to share my progress w/the forum. I am pursuing a full US gold type set. This is a long term goal. Some coins might be out of reach financially, but I have a lot of collecting "runway" ahead so who knows.

Here is the link to my registry set:
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/u-s-coins/complete-type-sets/gold-type-set-circulation-strikes-1795-1933/alltimeset/279721

Here's where I'm at:

And here are some highlights for the year. My first big purchase of 2021, which set me on this course, was this 1801 $10 which I've posted a bunch.

Now hooked on early gold, through some trading I ended up with this amazing companion 1802/1 Draped Bust $5:

And just recently I managed to snag this amazing 1838 Classic Head $5.

I don't think I'll be able to beat this trio in 2022, but hope to add a couple more coins to the set. Still a lot of empty slots to go. An 1807-1812 capped bust $5 is my next "big" target.

Thanks to all who helped me out this year!

LukeMarshall

Great coins! Amazing trio of early Gold indeed.

golden

Very, very nice coins!

rarecoinanalyst

Very impressive! Sounds like you're doing it right.

coinsarefun

Absolutely beautiful!

ricko

@Pedzola..... A really good start on a set.... Great gold coins... I look forward to your additions. Enjoying your set building vicariously saves me some money Cheers, RickO

crito_is_baaack

I really like clear overdates you can see with your naked eye. That's a nice one!

pcgscacgold

Amazing year for you. Best of luck in 2022.

Pedzola

@crito_is_baaack said:
I really like clear overdates you can see with your naked eye. That's a nice one!

Agree, adds a whole other interesting story to the piece. I like this one a lot. It's a flashy piece with almost prooflike surfaces, lots of luster, bright lemon color with orange highlights, and old green holder to boot. Although I could imagine upgrading to maybe a 62 if the stars align, for now this one is a keeper!

Downtown1974

They look spectacular all displayed together.
You really did a nice job with those slab shots!

Aercus

All three are gorgeous, but that 1838 really speaks to me. Terrific job!

coinnut

Amazing is right. Beautiful set you've got going there.

metalmeister

Outstanding collection. The early Gold is fantastic!

mark_dak

Outstanding! Enjoy the ride. Wishing you many years filled of health and joy to appreciate your passion.

Mark

Pedzola

You can go to the link in the first post to view pictures of all the coins in the registry. Besides the trueviews I took pictures of every coin.

DCW

Great acquisition, superb set!
Congrats👏

Eldorado9

Fantastic set! Really nice.....Wow!

crito_is_baaack

I wanted to get some of the rarer mint marks for my type set but prices are nuts. A 1861 type 3 G$1 is $500 in mint state without the Dahlonega mint mark and $100,000 with it. I guess a CC will do.

csdot

Great collection.

Now what is a groogler?

Weiss

An outstanding collection.

tipnring

Thanks for sharing this beautiful collection of Gold coins.

Pedzola

@csdot said:
Now what is a groogler?

Old joke w/friends. Just thought it sounded fun. However, I'm looking for a new name. Pedzola's gold for now, but taking ideas.

calgolddiver

very nice set !! congratulations !!

asheland

Excellent!

david3142

This is an outstanding gold type set. Every coin looks to have excellent eye appeal, and many even better than the grade assigned.

Namvet69

You've created a great set of US gold! Thanks for sharing. Peace Roy

Coinscratch

Beautiful start! The 01, The Original Bitcoin, bitcoin‘s boss, or pocket change.

Gazes

I really like what you are doing---congrats!

breakdown

Great stuff - thank you for sharing. I particularly like the 1802/1 $5 - it looks very strong for the grade.

Crusty

Awesome coins. Thanks for sharing!

csdot

@Pedzola said:

And just recently I managed to snag this amazing 1838 Classic Head $5.

I think I like the 1838 Classic Head $5 best of all of the coins in your photo.

Now it is time to add a $3 coin to your collection.*

Pedzola

@csdot said:

Now it is time to add one of these to your collection.*

A $3 is conspicuously absent from my set. I've been looking for decent one in 63 cac for a very long time. Have passed on a lot that I now regret passing on, as current prices are much higher and pickings much slimmer.

This is more of a hole filler than a critical element for me. I just don't get excited about the $3 like I do for some of the others.

However, I'm happy to say I might be able to stop looking. I may have a suitable newp to share by the end of the week!

csdot

I just looked online to see what the $3 coins are going for now. Holy Moly!! I am very lucky I pulled the trigger when I did because they are easily 2x what I paid.

Anyone who says there is no inflation is fooling themselves.

CoinJunkie

Great set! Looking forward to future additions.

jdimmick

Very nice set of coins

JonBrand83

This is very inspiring. Looking forward to more, and its been fun chatting with you this year on these coins.

One day when I can work up to it, I'd love to own a nice capped bust $5 or $10 but im not at that place yet and I've got some research to do first.

Weather11am

So cool! Congrats!!!

Pedzola

Alright,
Here is my last add of 2021, the elusive $3. Was holding out for a 63 but this one popped up and couldn't help myself. In hand this one is flashy, nice color and luster. Very happy with it!

csdot

@Pedzola said:
Alright,
Here is my last add of 2021, the elusive $3. Was holding out for a 63 but this one popped up and couldn't help myself. In hand this one is flashy, nice color and luster. Very happy with it!

Very nice!! Congratulations on the score!

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