CAC Ratt SLQ, 1926-D
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I have been wanting a CAC Ratt SLQ for a while. I have seen a couple non-CAC Ratts show up for sale but never a CAC Ratt (a requirement). If someone has a pipeline to these let me know.
As soon as I saw this coin I had to have it. I know I have said that a lot lately, but the collection these all came from was that kind of collection. Great luster, hint of toning and very few marks to be seen. I think it is great for the grade. It even has a nice obverse die crack for this crack addict 
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The die cracks you are seeing on the obverse are really common for the 1926-D SLQ, but in this example you also have a very strong (relative for the issue) head. These often come as dish-heads and look like someone depressed them to squish them real good. It looks nice.
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@TomB is 100% on point (as usual) on the "dish-heads" for this issue, and the relative strength of the head here. Nice look!
But I have to ask ... What, no gold CAC? You're slipping.
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Thanks @TomB . I need to do more research on SLQ's. I appreciate you comments.
Yes @pursuitofliberty , I slipped on this one but will make up for it on the next ones that I post
Successful BST with drddm, BustDMs, Pnies20, lkeigwin, pursuitofliberty, Bullsitter, felinfoel, SPalladino
$5 Type Set https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/u-s-coins/type-sets/half-eagle-type-set-circulation-strikes-1795-1929/album/344192
CBH Set https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/everyman-collections/everyman-half-dollars/everyman-capped-bust-half-dollars-1807-1839/album/345572
Nice coin and even better holder and sticker!! Rattlers with stickers are a good combo!! The 1926 D was the first SLQ that I ever bought, but mine is not a rattler nor even an OGH. It’s my only 63 and my others are 64 and 65. I bought it before the boom and it has since appreciated in value.
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It's the "starless shield" variety. More so than most others of that particular date and mint.
Pete
@BuffaloIronTail Thanks for the dig. It’s no worse than most. This is a typical example. FYI-A fully struck example is a five figure coin.
Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947):
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
@pcgscacgold, nice near full head strike, rattler and CAC and near gem. Wanna leave some of these for the rest of us!
I have seen your SLQ posts @jfriedm56 You are doing very well despite all my finds
Successful BST with drddm, BustDMs, Pnies20, lkeigwin, pursuitofliberty, Bullsitter, felinfoel, SPalladino
$5 Type Set https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/u-s-coins/type-sets/half-eagle-type-set-circulation-strikes-1795-1929/album/344192
CBH Set https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/everyman-collections/everyman-half-dollars/everyman-capped-bust-half-dollars-1807-1839/album/345572