@Eldorado9, as expected from the thread title and you as its poster, the pictured coins were a visual treat. Just for fun, if you could only keep one of those coins, which would it be?
@MFeld Thank you Sir, appreciate the kind words as always. I have a few favorites there, so it's a very difficult task to pick just one. The 1902 Proof half is a contender, as is the 1907-d Barber half, but I'd likely pick the slightly crusty Eliasberg 1908-s Barber Half. She's got impeccable originality, and great luster, and she just has a presence....It's like she knows she is royalty.
Lovely group of coins. My two favorites are the 1902 PF67+CAM Barber and the 1907 D MS67+ Barber (based upon how they appear in the photos).
As for the 1956 PF67+DCAM Franklin, you are very close to having what I consider a Unicorn proof.
It has a DCAM designation, a GEM+ grade (67 or higher) and it has attractive two sided rim toning that frames the a large portion of the untoned central devices. The only thing that could make that Franklin more attractive would be to have the rim toning be rainbow colors.
How does the Franklin look in hand under good lighting compared to how it looks in the photo?
@Eldorado9 said: @MFeld Thank you Sir, appreciate the kind words as always. I have a few favorites there, so it's a very difficult task to pick just one. The 1902 Proof half is a contender, as is the 1907-d Barber half, but I'd likely pick the slightly crusty Eliasberg 1908-s Barber Half. She's got impeccable originality, and great luster, and she just has a presence....It's like she knows she is royalty.
I had a feeling that my question would be difficult to answer.😉
I asked myself how I’d answer it and chose the 1907-D half dollar.
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
Thanks @SanctionII !!! I always think of your coins, when considering what I like about proof Franklins. The 56 Frankie looks just like the photos....very accurate I'd say. Here's the same coin, but showing the black and white.
@Eldorado9 said: @MFeld Thank you Sir, appreciate the kind words as always. I have a few favorites there, so it's a very difficult task to pick just one. The 1902 Proof half is a contender, as is the 1907-d Barber half, but I'd likely pick the slightly crusty Eliasberg 1908-s Barber Half. She's got impeccable originality, and great luster, and she just has a presence....It's like she knows she is royalty.
I had a feeling that my question would be difficult to answer.😉
I asked myself how I’d answer it and chose the 1907-D half dollar.
When I first held that 1907-d I knew it would not be leaving . Nice choice.
@MFeld said: @Eldorado9, as expected from the thread title and you as its poster, the pictured coins were a visual treat. Just for fun, if you could only keep one of those coins, which would it be?
With respect to Eldorado9's toned DCAM Franklin I post this reply to show four toned proof Franklins I have for comparison.
I have this toned 1955 (Graded PF66 in mid 2022) that has heavily frosted devices on both sides of the coin and mirrored fields underneath the toning.
The obverse toning is very dark and thus lessens the contrast between the fields and devices. The reverse toning is also dark but it is located mostly around the rim, leaving the central devices frosty and contrasted with the fields. In hand under good lighting the obverse looks dark until (when rotating the coin) tilted just so the frosted devices and contrast leap out at you. This coin is one that is both unattractive and very eye appealing at the same time.
Also, I have these three 1962 toned Franklins (Graded PF66, PF65 and PF66 respectively in 2023) that look similar to Eldorado9's toned 1956DCAM Franklin. I think all three of these coins warrant a CAM designation (the thick even frost on the devices is very attractive with the mild toning).
@MFeld said: @Eldorado9, as expected from the thread title and you as its poster, the pictured coins were a visual treat. Just for fun, if you could only keep one of those coins, which would it be?
Thanks Mark! For me, I'd snag that 1882 Trade and run!
You won't get any complaints from me about that choice! It's always stunning to me just how hard it is to find a nice gemmy Trade Dollar with cameo, and attractive color.....They are all gone from the market!
The longer I live the more convincing proofs I see of this truth, that God governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice is it possible for an empire to rise without His aid? Benjamin Franklin
Thanks for your kind reply. Toned and frosty proof Franklins are some of my favorite coins.
The 1956 I posted, I bought from GC, and when I got the coin I noticed the holder was cracked through, letting air into the coin. At the time I bought it, the coin had very light toning, but nothing compared to what it is now. It's been fun to watch!
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His work is great, there's nothing like having great shots of your favorites and keepers.
Beautiful coins and terrific pictures.
I miss his posts. I hope he's doing well.
Love that 1956 Franklin!
Im always excited to see a post from you @Eldorado9, terrific coins like usual. Nice pics @FlyingAl!
Thank you buddy!
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Very impressive coins, and excellent pics of them. Winning combo!
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Exquisite!
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Very Nice!!
@Eldorado9, as expected from the thread title and you as its poster, the pictured coins were a visual treat. Just for fun, if you could only keep one of those coins, which would it be?
And as for @FlyingAl - great work, once again!
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
@MFeld Thank you Sir, appreciate the kind words as always. I have a few favorites there, so it's a very difficult task to pick just one. The 1902 Proof half is a contender, as is the 1907-d Barber half, but I'd likely pick the slightly crusty Eliasberg 1908-s Barber Half. She's got impeccable originality, and great luster, and she just has a presence....It's like she knows she is royalty.
PS Kudos to @FlyingAl on the superb photos....He gets incrementally better with every shoot.
Eldorado.
Lovely group of coins. My two favorites are the 1902 PF67+CAM Barber and the 1907 D MS67+ Barber (based upon how they appear in the photos).
As for the 1956 PF67+DCAM Franklin, you are very close to having what I consider a Unicorn proof.
It has a DCAM designation, a GEM+ grade (67 or higher) and it has attractive two sided rim toning that frames the a large portion of the untoned central devices. The only thing that could make that Franklin more attractive would be to have the rim toning be rainbow colors.
How does the Franklin look in hand under good lighting compared to how it looks in the photo?
Kudos also to FlyingAl for his superb photos.
I had a feeling that my question would be difficult to answer.😉
I asked myself how I’d answer it and chose the 1907-D half dollar.
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
Thanks @SanctionII !!! I always think of your coins, when considering what I like about proof Franklins. The 56 Frankie looks just like the photos....very accurate I'd say. Here's the same coin, but showing the black and white.
When I first held that 1907-d I knew it would not be leaving
. Nice choice.
Thanks Mark! For me, I'd snag that 1882 Trade and run!
Coin Photographer.
With respect to Eldorado9's toned DCAM Franklin I post this reply to show four toned proof Franklins I have for comparison.
I have this toned 1955 (Graded PF66 in mid 2022) that has heavily frosted devices on both sides of the coin and mirrored fields underneath the toning.
The obverse toning is very dark and thus lessens the contrast between the fields and devices. The reverse toning is also dark but it is located mostly around the rim, leaving the central devices frosty and contrasted with the fields. In hand under good lighting the obverse looks dark until (when rotating the coin) tilted just so the frosted devices and contrast leap out at you. This coin is one that is both unattractive and very eye appealing at the same time.
Also, I have these three 1962 toned Franklins (Graded PF66, PF65 and PF66 respectively in 2023) that look similar to Eldorado9's toned 1956DCAM Franklin. I think all three of these coins warrant a CAM designation (the thick even frost on the devices is very attractive with the mild toning).
@SanctionII Absolutely gorgeous Halves buddy! They are simply beautiful coins when they look like that!
You won't get any complaints from me about that choice! It's always stunning to me just how hard it is to find a nice gemmy Trade Dollar with cameo, and attractive color.....They are all gone from the market!
What can you say but WOW!
Eldorado9.
Thanks for your kind reply. Toned and frosty proof Franklins are some of my favorite coins.
The 1956 I posted, I bought from GC, and when I got the coin I noticed the holder was cracked through, letting air into the coin. At the time I bought it, the coin had very light toning, but nothing compared to what it is now. It's been fun to watch!