Turning a corner with my Classic Head Cent set
renomedphys
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So, maybe 4-5 years in working on this set. I've had my 1809 for quite a while longer, and kinda always wanted to do the whole run just because of the difficulty of finding nice pieces. Once in a while I'll see a coin that fits what I'm trying to do, which is basically AU+ by EAC standards. Been honestly shooting for great color but on these you have to stretch that definition. I know my 1810 is a bit dark, and the reverse of my 1809 is quite dark. My 1808 on the other hand is a golden biscuit with bits of red in the devices, and my 1811 is actually quite nice for a non-CAC'd 64. That's pretty much where I'm at right now, but two new members are on the way, thanks to Liz Coggan who just happened to have both 1814's on her website: the plain 4 in 58/CAC, and the crosslet 4 in 64/CAC!
So, to be sure, I still don't have the coins in-hand. Past auction descriptions makes both sound nice, and Liz said they were both just great coins, so I'm hopeful. I should have them tomorrow.
Now I'm down to 5 others. Who knows how long this is gonna take? I know it's gonna be a chore to find a decent 11/0, but the rest should happen with patience.
True-views to follow, Cheers!
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Here are the newbies:
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Matt’s Mattes
Good luck!
Super coins for a very tough series.
And the oldies:
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I’d be happy with a date set in attractive VF.
Great coins! They are better than anything I have ever owned.
Yes, I agree with Bill.
Heck, those are as nice or nicer than many of my Middle date cents!
That’s a great set of Classic Head Cents!
Mr_Spud
It's so hard to find classic cents with good eye appeal in any grade. I read something about the copper planchets coming out of England at the time were just lousy quality, dark and porous and inconsistent. These must not have been cheap.
@renomedphys, those are certainly extremely strong examples and beautifully detailed for their dates. You have a wonderful eye for quality. Best of luck on its completion. Zack
That is a Classic set!
AMAZING group!!!
Outstanding set - especially the 1811 !
WS
That is a great looking set.The Classic Head Cents are tough for sure.
Good luck with the rest of the set.
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Beautiful job !
I wish I would have thought of that 50 years ago........
That is an awesome set so far.
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Nice coins and thanks for sharing. The Classic Head Large and Half Cents are my favorite coin design. I have a nice later date Classic Head Half Cent, but that's it.
I won't buy pre 1815 copper unless it's in an OGH or 1st generation holder after I bought an 04 Draped Bust Half Cent in MS 65 BN, which 8 years later, started developing PVC spots in holder. Tom Reynolds was kind enough to help me unload it so I didn't take a financial bath on the coin.
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My early copper set as it stands:
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Extraordinary! Those, simply put, are-Treasures! What a magnificent group of coppers.
Matt - absolutely beauteous/fantastic/incredible!!!!! I’m still “jaw dropped” on that Booby Head!
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Amazing
Thanks for posting
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Great coins! Love your 08. The 93 Lib Cap will be the toughest. Thank you for posting as well.
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Inspiring - great looking set. Go get em.
Liz is great to deal with, by the way.
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I knew I should have been physical therapist. Such a great group of early copper Matt. Most any of those would be the cornerstone for most copper collectors, let alone having all in one set. Congratulations! Can’t wait to see what comes next.
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Wow, so you're the One who has all the nicest Large Cents! What a beautiful group!
I knew it would happen.
True, until I decide I need a Strawberry Leaf, Starred Reverse and a Reeded Edge for type purposes 😜
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And then get a Jefferson Head just for kicks!
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Beautiful set of early copper, I am in awe!