Look what I found GOLD

SQLgeek

I found this in my grandfathers collection.
He has been talking about this coin since I was a kid, and well I finally got it.
My mouth dropped and was pretty upset by what happened to the coin.

Guess the Grade and Value.

I know the HOle and engraving hurts big time.

sliderider

Nevermind, you'd yell if you saw my net grade.

ConstellatioCollector

Don't let Lordmarcovan see this coin!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

SQLgeek

I saw VF35. Yeah, Im upset.

darktone

Is it a $2 1/2 or $5? I don't collect these but I think that hole really hurts it and although the engraving is neat I think it lowers the number of potetial buyers/bidders. I like the history behind it and if it were mine it would stay in the family. VF money might be a bit generous. mike

SQLgeek

Its a $2.50.
The history behind this coin is.

My grandfather a Hardcore Irish manahattan cop stopped by the "gin mill" aka pub after his shift and while at the pub at coin dealer/ collector knew my grandfather was a collector. So the guy stuck this in my grandfathers hand.
My grandfather didnt pay much attention to it until he felt the coin was heavy unlike other coins.
The engraving and hole was before I grandfather got it.
Its been in the family since 1949.

Taking the coin to a local dealer, to show it off tomorrow.

darktone

<< <i>My grandfather a Hardcore Irish manahattan cop stopped by the "gin mill" aka pub after his shift and while at the pub at coin dealer/ collector knew my grandfather was a collector. So the guy stuck this in my grandfathers hand. >>

If it were my coin I would consider it priceless. mike

SQLgeek

Yeah dont think i could sell it.
My grandfather is still alive and has much more to give me in the next few years.
Good to know where I got the Hoarding sickness from.

airplanenut

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<< <i>My grandfather a Hardcore Irish manahattan cop stopped by the "gin mill" aka pub after his shift and while at the pub at coin dealer/ collector knew my grandfather was a collector. So the guy stuck this in my grandfathers hand. >>

If it were my coin I would consider it priceless. mike >>

I agree with Mike... however the coin is "grade-wise," remember where its value comes from. The problems are irrelevant.

Jeremy

JrGMan2004

Actually, I think it's cool... If I had found that in my grandfathers collection, hell would freeze over before I sold that coin... you should find out the history of the coin... why was "Grandmother" engraved in it? Is 1807 a special date in particular? Perhaps it was your Grandfather's Grandmother who was perhaps born in 1807? The sentimental value and probable story behind the coin make the grade and value a moot point...

SQLgeek

Nope wasnt in our pocession until 1949.
My Great Great Grandmother was born in Ireland in 1840s.
trust I wish I had more history on this. And this isnt the oldest coin in his collection.
1731 King George II Half Crown probibly has the most history which Im gonna find out more soon.

LINKY POO

pharmer

What a great coin, I was really struck as I slowly scrolled and got to the engraving, and then the date. I think that coin is going to mean ever more to you as the years go by. Congrats.

relayer

I love capped bust gold

Blade

I agree - keep it as a great piece of family history. I wouldn't remove the ring either, even though it will drive you a bit crazy since you can't put it in an album.

clw54

That coin is cool. There were only 6812 minted, BTW.

100proof1957

Holed or not,it would be priceless to me !

CharlieB

You are lucky to have That. It is really classic.

earlwbollinger

You are pretty lucky to have such a neat family heirloom coin.
That is a pretty neat coin too.

Sphinx357

<< <i>Holed or not,it would be priceless to me ! >>



Very cool

CarlWohlforth

That is a neat coin with some personal history. It is hard to imagine so few were minted and now you have one that was in your family for years.

SQLgeek

Its only been 55 years.
Coin collector gave it to my gandfather and it sat in a metal bin till I received it a month ago.
There isnt any history to the coin at all.
I just wish I knew who the coin collector was and how he got the coin.

My grandfather and I do not see this as much of a collectors item for us.

1873 Trader dollar in great condition is the coin we both pride ourselves on. The trade dollar will be the center of Trade Dollar collection.

lordmarcovan

<< <i>Don't let Lordmarcovan see this coin!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! >>



Too late.

I think I recall you mentioning this coin before- I'm glad to see a picture of it.

Sure, the hole and the engraving might bring it down below the price of an undamaged coin, but that is still a very, very cool (and rare!) love token.

That is a fantastic piece. I totally LOVE it. (Is anybody surprised?)

As previously mentioned, the story behind that piece makes the problems irrelevant. If it were mine, I'd never sell it.

Baley

If it were mine, I'd never sell it.

However, if you do want to sell it, let us know

JRH

One of the true joys of collecting coins is the thought of being able to pass them on to your kids (or grandkids) even if they are not that interested in collecting. It will be something they will remember about you and perhaps help them recall you fondly over the years as other images fade.

The fact that your grandfather saved it (and kept it for all this time just for you) makes it something hard to put a value on. It will mean even more as you someday (hopefully) leave it to your kids or grandkids.

If you someday sell all your other coins, at least keep this one.

guysmy

That's a pretty hip chick for being so old. A piercing and a tattoo!