opportunity vs. cash:case in point

1907Quarter

I'd love a nice, dirty, contrasty 1890s Barber dime for my 19th century type set. The following 1892-O would fit the bill, a nice vf, really the original look I want. Since I'm doing this on a self-imposed budget and many of my coins are even more common date, my conscience is telling me to wait for 1892, 1897, 1899 etc, for 1/3 to 1/2 the price. What to do?

1907Quarter

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nwcs

You could probably do better by going to a show and snagging one for $5. But face the temptation for more purchases.

Dog97

97 was a good year.

goose3

I would prefer one not as dark myself. That one's a bit too dirty looking for my taste.