As you all likely know I collect Walkers, Franklins and 1964-1970 Kennedy halves. However I do have these two earlier halves whose photos I contribute to this fantastic thread.
Purchased by me over 45 years ago and graded in 2022 as an EF40.
Posting with permission from the owner, I had the pleasure to photograph this piece:
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@scubafuel said:
Here is one I just got recently. From the Henry Hilgard collection.
Woohooo!
That's such a great coin @scubafuel !
Been admiring it for awhile and imagining what I'd have to shift to pull the trigger.. as you can see, I never did. ( although there is one that I did work out a deal for...)
Congrats!
Y'all know how coins can talk to you. Well, these coins yelled and screamed at me until I bought them. The 78-S screamed "last call" ... "all aboard!" The 92-O slapped me at a FUN show. To me, it was the most beautifully toned, eye-catching coin in the seller's top display case. The 57-S caused a frantic rush to check it over and SMASH the BIN. It's a JOY to own and present these. And there are others...
"Substance over style."
"Substance and Style" damaged stylishly. And no, I don't think I bought the 92-O because Liberty's branded with my first initial, and neither did the last owner. I JUST LOVE these coins!!
@crazyhounddog Looks like you have the incorrect reverse photo for that 1822. That is the reverse of the 1814 O-103!
"But seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you" Matthew 6:33. Young fellow suffering from Bust Half fever.
BHNC #AN-10
JRCS #1606
"But seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you" Matthew 6:33. Young fellow suffering from Bust Half fever.
BHNC #AN-10
JRCS #1606
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As you all likely know I collect Walkers, Franklins and 1964-1970 Kennedy halves. However I do have these two earlier halves whose photos I contribute to this fantastic thread.
Purchased by me over 45 years ago and graded in 2022 as an EF40.
AU50
WOW
Top 10 Cal Fractional Type Set
successful BST with Ankurj, BigAl, Bullsitter, CommemKing, DCW(7), Elmerfusterpuck, Joelewis, Mach1ne, Minuteman810430, Modcrewman, Nankraut, Nederveit2, Philographer(5), Realgator, Silverpop, SurfinxHI, TomB and Yorkshireman(3)
Later early rather than early early ...
Top 10 Cal Fractional Type Set
successful BST with Ankurj, BigAl, Bullsitter, CommemKing, DCW(7), Elmerfusterpuck, Joelewis, Mach1ne, Minuteman810430, Modcrewman, Nankraut, Nederveit2, Philographer(5), Realgator, Silverpop, SurfinxHI, TomB and Yorkshireman(3)
Posting with permission from the owner, I had the pleasure to photograph this piece:
Custom album maker and numismatic photographer.
Need a personalized album made? Design it on the website below and I'll build it for you.
https://www.donahuenumismatics.com/.
Very nice coin Catbert.
How about a pair that saw more than their fair share of checkout counters and pockets down south.
11.5$ Southern Dollars, The little “Big Easy” set
Early half cents in my collection, that I like. The "Little Half Sisters".
Some early half dimes in my collection, that I like.
Finally, some early halves in my collection that I like.
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
Here is one I just got recently. From the Henry Hilgard collection.
@Eddi great group of coins! I especially like the 1800 half dime.
Wow Larry!
"Got a flaming heart, can't get my fill"
OMG !!!
Top 10 Cal Fractional Type Set
successful BST with Ankurj, BigAl, Bullsitter, CommemKing, DCW(7), Elmerfusterpuck, Joelewis, Mach1ne, Minuteman810430, Modcrewman, Nankraut, Nederveit2, Philographer(5), Realgator, Silverpop, SurfinxHI, TomB and Yorkshireman(3)
O-108a
O-127a
photos by @messydesk
Pacific Northwest Numismatic Association
Forgot this tired, worn Lady......The first 1/2 dollar of the USA.
Woohooo!
That's such a great coin @scubafuel !
Been admiring it for awhile and imagining what I'd have to shift to pull the trigger.. as you can see, I never did. ( although there is one that I did work out a deal for...)
Congrats!
The 1814 O.106a….a favorite die marriage and die state, for obvious reasons!
Dave
I still haven't given up hope Dave!
This one's my place holder...😄
One from Dave's that I love!
Nothing like a VF cast off from an advanced collector 😘
Sorry mine are all damaged. I hope it's ok to include foreign coinage.
That’s one helluva place holder @jayPem
And that’s a sweet 1808 O.110a too, miss that one 😩
Dave
Hope it's okay to post multiple favorites! Here's another:
"Got a flaming heart, can't get my fill"
This is a fun coin for me as it's a nice pair with my 1836 Gobrecht.
In the spirit of @CharlotteDude and @OriginalDan
Chopmarked Trade Dollar Registry Set --- US & World Gold Showcase --- World Chopmark Showcase
Trifecta!!
“We are only their care-takers,” he posed, “if we take good care of them, then centuries from now they may still be here … ”
Todd - BHNC #242
My sole Barber Half....
Y'all know how coins can talk to you. Well, these coins yelled and screamed at me until I bought them. The 78-S screamed "last call" ... "all aboard!" The 92-O slapped me at a FUN show. To me, it was the most beautifully toned, eye-catching coin in the seller's top display case. The 57-S caused a frantic rush to check it over and SMASH the BIN. It's a JOY to own and present these. And there are others...
"Substance over style."
"Substance and Style" damaged stylishly. And no, I don't think I bought the 92-O because Liberty's branded with my first initial, and neither did the last owner.
I JUST LOVE these coins!!
I just love the looks of that 1814/3 half. Mine is a vf 35, just the same 👍
WOW!
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[Eight minutes later]
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WOW!
I'm still enjoying your 1795 and 1812, @CircCam
Lots of amazing, gorgeous halves in this thread!
@Catbert The more the merrier! I was just enjoying your 1852-O.
That 55-S is amazing! @DeplorableDan. It looks MS to me - very rare. And tells a story as well.
Type collector, mainly into Seated. -formerly Ownerofawheatiehorde. Good BST transactions with: mirabela, OKCC, MICHAELDIXON, Gerard
I love nice type coins in rattlers.
A couple of my halves.
MS62 CAC. This coin is very pleasing to look at when seen in hand. @robec captured the subtle toning well.
"Got a flaming heart, can't get my fill"
@crazyhounddog Looks like you have the incorrect reverse photo for that 1822. That is the reverse of the 1814 O-103!
"But seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you" Matthew 6:33. Young fellow suffering from Bust Half fever.
BHNC #AN-10
JRCS #1606
And that particular coin is in my collection 😜
BHNC #248 … 130 and counting.
off ebay last night
@OKbustchaser Sweet find! What's her grade??
"But seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you" Matthew 6:33. Young fellow suffering from Bust Half fever.
BHNC #AN-10
JRCS #1606
Round #2… a few more faves…
If only I could embed MP4's.
"It's like God, Family, Country, except Sticker, Plastic, Coin."