What do you think of this Half Dime?

CoinAddict

I found this half dime on eBay and was wondering if this is AT.


All opinions appreciated.

jom

Probably is but with older "classics" the AT is used to cover up other problems, usually an old cleaning. Another words, with 18th century coins don't think of AT as being a way to inhance the grade (or price) by giving the coin so "whoop-te-do" color. In the vast majority of cases the AT is used to cover up something.

Unless you know these series really well (much experience!) I'd suggest sticking with slabbed coins for now.

jom

toyonakataro

I'm afraid there's some nasty scratches on obverse field...I'll pass.

KlectorKid

U are good at finding these things but its to bad most of them are cleaned and have retoned.

Baley

yes, appears cleaned and retoned, somewhat intentionally, but could be worse.
some scratches, but could be worse. Decent eye appeal, could be worse.

Of course, if the best you can say about something is "could be worse", it's usually best to keep looking.

If you like the look of the coin nonetheless, it could be worth $25 or $30. (Fine+ details)

depends if it would be your only example (for type) then I'd look for a more natural look

if you like color on coins and dont mind a bit of artificiallity to the look, go for it, but don't spend too much.

hope that helps

CoinAddict

I am just looking for one of each type of half dime. I already have an 1856. I didn't think this coin looked right but I just wanted some of your opinions. Thanks for all of your opinions.