1957 Proof for the Franklin admirers out there

buc · June 11, 2003 1:57PM

Earlier I posted a pic of a 1958 Franklin, I bought this one at the same time along with a 1956. I think Cameo Franklins are some of the most spectacular coins minted for thier time.

This coin was also cracked out of a NGC slab. The Fields were covered with a foggy build up not letting the deep mirrors come through. I know that many out there don't like dipped coins but IMHO a quick dip really improved the eye appeal of this coin.

LucyBop · June 11, 2003 2:00PM

I agree, especially when they are heavely frosted!

JR · June 11, 2003 2:01PM

<< <i>I think Cameo Franklins are some of the most spectacular coins minted for thier time. >>

You won't get an argument out of me.

LucyBop · June 11, 2003 2:05PM

here is a seldom seen DCAM rarity..

hughesm1 · June 11, 2003 2:06PM

Yes they are, of the modern series Frankies with heavy cam just WHA-BAM!!! smack you hard.

JR · June 11, 2003 2:06PM

Ah... The famous Lucy Bop variety. I don't have one of those.

LucyBop · June 11, 2003 2:09PM

found this GEM in a proof set....

JR · June 11, 2003 2:12PM

That's the second most beautiful thing I've seen tonight!

LucyBop · June 11, 2003 2:14PM

A SLAMDUNK DCAM!!!!!!!! Bow your heads!

JR · June 11, 2003 2:15PM

(head bowed...)

Lucy, you're too cool for school!

buc · June 11, 2003 2:16PM

I'll post a picture of the 1956 later, the battery died in my camera. It's not as frosty as yours but it is the nicest of the three that I bought.

hughesm1 · June 11, 2003 2:16PM

I second that!

LucyBop · June 11, 2003 2:19PM

this one is in for grading..

LucyBop · June 11, 2003 2:19PM

and this one..

LucyBop · June 11, 2003 2:20PM

and this one... expecting grades anyday now......

buc · June 11, 2003 2:25PM

Lucy you can dominate a Franklin thread, I also collect Rosie's and Washington's in cameo. You got any of those in Cameo?

JR · June 11, 2003 3:32PM

I posted this on another thread, but here is my favorite 1958 Cameo Franklin:

Obverse:

JR · June 11, 2003 3:32PM

Reverse:

hughesm1 · June 11, 2003 4:03PM

Nice peripheral toning, another knockout!

JR · June 11, 2003 4:18PM

Thanks Mark!

quarterjack · June 11, 2003 4:22PM

Buc and lucy, you sure know how to get my heart pumping.

I especially like the 57's!

Dave

Wingsrule · June 11, 2003 5:57PM

One of these days...

JR · June 11, 2003 6:29PM

Why not today? Post a pic or two Wingsrule. I've heard of your "killer" Franklins, and sure would like to see some. Go on...

LucyBop · June 11, 2003 11:19PM

<< <i>One of these days... >>

how about I fly over and photo your set?????

1957 Proof for the Franklin admirers out there

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