I know this is lame, so please talk me out of it.

braddick · September 23, 2002 10:17AM

First off, does anyone know if PCGS is offering 'same day' (on site) grading at Long Beach? Usually they offer some type of advertisment and discount before hand but I haven't read anything stating they will (unlike NGC who is offering on site for $50. a coin).
So, if PCGS is- please talk me out of this lame idea: I have two coins, one an 1871 Seated dollar I just bought that is soooooo PO01 it would make your head spin. Barely a ghost of any detail outlined on both obverse and reverse with barely a hint of the date (but, it is what it is).
Second coin is a freebie a member here sent me, a 1976-D Ike in about FA02/GD03 condition. I want to get these both graded on Thursday and just don't want to wait the mandatory 3 weeks or so PCGS is taking. I know, I know, "instant gratification", but I'm also going to save a bit on postage, right (!)? and then there is the "could get loss in the mail, honey". But, does this justify the expense? (That's retorical.)

Russ · September 23, 2002 10:24AM

It would be incredibly stupid of you to spend that kind of money getting those two worthless coins graded. There, did that help?

Russ, NCNE

zenny · September 23, 2002 10:24AM

DON'T DO IT

how's that?

Dog97 · September 23, 2002 10:27AM

DO IT!!

Mrpawn · September 23, 2002 10:27AM

GO FOR IT!!!

Sometimes instant gratitfication is worth it

just my humble opinion

JR

itsnotjustme · September 23, 2002 10:28AM

Mail them please! Then you can enjoy checking the web site multiple times/hour until the grades show up.

p.s. I have a seated half that might grade FA02 or PO01.... Should I submit them?

fcloud · September 23, 2002 10:30AM

DO IT--SAVE ON POSTAGE! Then we can watch another one of those great autions you put on.

Tony

braddick · September 23, 2002 10:33AM

If anything, it's gotta provide a moment of comedy for the on-site graders: "Someone spent $100.00 to get these two slugs graded?!"

(Maybe afterwards I'll send them to NGC for their PhotoCertificate (whatever-it's-called) where they photo the coin and write up a nice little background of it.

Or maybe I'll just take them (once they're PCGS holdered) to the ANACS verbal grading table and ask, "Did PCGS get these two right?" and then follow up with their crossover policies. . .
Ah, the fun of Long Beach!!

its4real · September 23, 2002 10:35AM

No!!! - Get my CRAP coins graded instead!

You will get the instant gratification and I will get the bags!

coinguy1 · September 23, 2002 10:37AM

Post the images here, get free grading from board memebrs ( sooner than you would from PCGS) and don't pass the dough to PCGS. Give it to us, instead, if you're dying to part with it!

littlewicher · September 23, 2002 10:37AM

GO FOR IT!!!!!!

I would love to see the face of the graders.

FC57Coins · September 23, 2002 10:39AM

Pat - send me the money and the coins - I'll get'em back to you graded in a couple of months - guaranteed!

LucyBop · September 23, 2002 10:44AM

If you got the money Daddy, do it! But if you don't do the 1 day deal and wait, you can probably score another 'GEM' to add to your awesome collection...

braddick · September 23, 2002 10:45AM

I appreciate all the suggestions and ideas... You know I'm just going to end up doing it.

Man, there was a day I'd be embarrassed to admit that.

lathmach · September 23, 2002 11:08AM

Yes, of course, do it.
You sir, are going to get to be "KNOWN" in this hobby.
Oh, and don't let the finger pointing and laffing bother you none.
I'd love to see the face of the guy at PCGS when you hand him the coins for grading.
What we really need is "Candid Coin Camera" at the big shows to catch the humorous things like this that happen.

Ray

lsica · September 23, 2002 11:12AM

<< 1976-D Ike in about FA02/GD03 >>

Really? Post pictures, I've never seen an Ike worn down that far

PQpeace · September 23, 2002 11:23AM

60 bucks per coin down the drain

if it feels good...
Larry

Sealyp · September 23, 2002 11:30AM

<< 

<< 1976-D Ike in about FA02/GD03 >>

Really? Post pictures, I've never seen an Ike worn down that far >>

Just for your information, it takes exactly 15 years to wear one to that level. It has since been replaced by one of the new "golden" coins as my wife kept complaining about the holes in my pockets that she blames on Ike. I still kept it around until I found it a good home and what better home can it have than the "Braddick Collection".

BTW, for another reference point, I havn't had a "holy pocket" in about two years. Mayhaps she was on to something, but my luck went out with Ike. I shall miss him......

supercoin · September 23, 2002 11:40AM

The seated dollar... they'll probably just figure it's some rare variety.

But the Ike... now that would be a head scratcher. You'll probably use up more graders' time than any other coin that day!

So I'd do just the Ike. Don't dilute the puzzling impact.

airplanenut · September 23, 2002 12:16PM

I wanna see that dollar I found in plastic... DO IT!!!

Nic · September 23, 2002 12:29PM

Dooooo ittttttt !!! I'm proud of you! I'll buy you drinks at FUN ( or whatever major show) just to hear about it! K

braddick · September 23, 2002 12:32PM

<< 

<< 

<< 1976-D Ike in about FA02/GD03 >>

Really? Post pictures, I've never seen an Ike worn down that far >>

Just for your information, it takes exactly 15 years to wear one to that level. It has since been replaced by one of the new "golden" coins as my wife kept complaining about the holes in my pockets that she blames on Ike. I still kept it around until I found it a good home and what better home can it have than the "Braddick Collection". BTW, for another reference point, I havn't had a "holy pocket" in about two years. Mayhaps she was on to something, but my luck went out with Ike. I shall miss him...... >>

sealyp:
It was YOU!! I even started a thread when this Ike arrived, trying to figure out who it was that sent it to me! I couldn't fathom a guess as to who it was as the return address was criptic at best.
Airplanenut: You can tell that Dealer friend of yours he has the "eye" for these miracle PO01's. It looks like he's a good source.

RegistryCoin · September 23, 2002 12:36PM

...pretty good, Tad.

coynclecter · September 23, 2002 12:41PM

For 50 bucks here's one more deserving

1798 cent

keets · September 23, 2002 12:48PM

Pat

of course, do it!! as others have said, the look on the faces of the graders will be priceless, though they may already be familiar with your shenanigans.

one thing i've wanted to ask---is there any way you can get your "bottom feeders" hooked up with a pedigree? some collectors may disagree, but those of us in the know who've followed your effort appreciate the uniqueness of your set. i think that in itself deems it worthy. i try to picture the frantic bidding when those coins hit the auction block in some distant sale, but i'm sure you know how hard it can be to keep your eyes shut while laughing hysterically!!!

al h.

kieferscoins · September 24, 2002 2:52AM

I say do it also (as long as you don't need that money for something more important).

Cameron Kiefer

BillJones · September 24, 2002 5:18AM

The graders might be rushed for time and could give you a FR-02 for the seated dollar and an AG-03 for the Ike. Now wouldn't THAT be a kick in the pants when all you were really shooting for the poorest graded.

Sealyp · September 24, 2002 6:18AM

<< The graders might be rushed for time and could give you a FR-02 for the seated dollar and an AG-03 for the Ike. Now wouldn't THAT be a kick in the pants when all you were really shooting for the poorest graded. >>

AG-03 ??? Could be....

BillJones · September 24, 2002 7:16AM

Only in an ACG holder ...

Blade · September 24, 2002 7:26AM

WOW. And I thought Ike was bald before...

cladking · September 24, 2002 7:28AM

Imagine the chain of events which would have to occur to make this a valuable coin!

BlueCole · September 24, 2002 7:59AM

do it!!!!!! i'm gonna call my guy tomorrow.

B.

braddick · September 24, 2002 8:02AM

Done. In 48 hours that Ike (and the other) will be PCGS holdered. Proudly.

moursund · September 24, 2002 8:18AM

Strange... Ike looks somehow younger, when he's all worn down like that. I guess all his wrinkles got worn off.

am

braddick · September 24, 2002 8:31AM

Look carefully enough and you'll swear Ike is smiling at YOU.

supercoin · September 24, 2002 12:35PM

Hey, that's not an Ike, it's a Bert!

And apparently he lives on Odwe St.

Endocrinologist · September 24, 2002 12:40PM

I say don't....BUT if you are going to do it, make sure you get them pedigree'ed "Braddick Collection".

Someday they might end up in at the ANA museum as the Best Worst Coin Collection

Endo

gmarguli · September 24, 2002 1:07PM

I was planning on giving you cash at Long Beach for the two auctions I won from you, so you'll have some free cash for this insanity.

It is $65 per coin for these if you decide to do this.

Would PCGS bag the Ike since they can't tell if it is a type-1 or type-2?

I wouldn't do it. However, that's coming from someone who expressed thru that PO-01 Columbian.

braddick · September 24, 2002 5:01PM

Greg- there's enough detail on the reverse to determine the letters are the thicker (type 2) variety.
Knowing it's $65.00 a pop does definitely slow me down. I'll probably just pay the $10. and be done with it.
I would like an immediate answer though on one or two others (rainbow stuff).

It's just that I've never done the show walk through and think it would be kind of cool.

Greg- your reasoning is sound. Of course, you're also beginning to sound a little like my wife.

Guess I should just be grateful she doesn't look like you...

I know this is lame, so please talk me out of it.

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