1856-S $20 Newp
Pedzola
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I was very excited to add this coin to my gold type set this week.
I've been sort of passively looking for a type 1 $20 lib for a while. I have generally allocated my budget to other coins when there was a decision to be made, but have been getting the itch. I thought I might get a nice shipwreck coin in a higher grade but have been keeping my eye out for a high-end 58 as a good value. This 1856-S popped up last week and I had to pull the trigger.
It's fantastic in-hand, really superb for the grade in my opinion. My macro pictures here I think are pretty good. More true-to-life, more accurate color vs the trueview.
Sorry I didn't do a "GTG," mostly just didn't want to wait for the reveal! Excited about this one.
It might not be the best date, since there are many SSCA coins for 56-S, but I guess that also kept the price down. I think it's an excellent type coin.
Now I just need to give my bank account a rest for a while. A few purchases lately and I'm wiped out! Gotta figure out how to come up with some coin money for the Bass sale. 
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Wow that’s awesome! Nice pickup
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that is gosh darn fantastic!
Nothing is as expensive as free money.
Nice slider and pics!
That’s a great coin!
Mr_Spud
Nice. I've seen many 58's with more handling marks.
WOW!!!!
Steve
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Well done. Congrats!!!
Lovely. I also note your grey gradient photo background is very similar to the one I have adopted. It looks good.
"Buy the coin, not the date."
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It looks full of luster. A nice AU63 looking coin.
I am enjoying following your steady improvement to your type set. Your photo skills are a big plus on presentation.
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Congrats on a very nice coin!
Here's your TrueView
Awesome example. Congrats!
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Love it. Fantastic looking San Fran. $20.
@Pedzola ... That is a really, really nice gold coin.... Congratulations on that acquisition. Cheers, RickO
I like it a lot!
Very, VERY attractive early $20. I like that one a lot!
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Excellent pick up. 👍
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That is one awesome looking Liberty $20. I would be proud to own it!!!
Congrats, Donato
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58 is a funny grade. I see a lot of gold that is heavily bagmarked. I have always struggled to love a coin that looks like it's been through a shredder.
But when you find a nice "slider" priced fairly it is extra satisfying. Another $20 in my collection may take the prize for favorite coin graded AU58.
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Very nice coin.
congrats!!
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Amazing surfaces and originality, especially for a $20! Real eye candy!
That is a great looking coin. Congrats. You take great pictures as well.
That is really nice AU. I am guessing that it was not salvaged from the SS Central America.
What I like about your 1856 S is the softness of it all. Very pleasing without marks. Lovely!
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