Queen Isabella joins the FatMan Collection

FatMan

Been looking at many Isabellas for awhile. Finally one arrived today that fits the bill. I won't mention the dealer since I now understand some of you don't like that, however, the scratches on the holder should give it away to those in the know.

All comments welcome.

Russ

<< <i>the scratches on the holder should give it away to those in the know. >>





Russ, NCNE

robertpr

Very nice coin!

the scratches on the holder should give it away to those in the know.
Well, now I have an idea of who that might be.

jayboxx

Those aren't Feld's pictures though, right?

MikeInFL

That one is way off the coolness scale. Congrats on the pickup...Mike

NumisOxide

I like it.

FatMan

GAT

Now all you need to do is find the jewels she hocked to finance Columbus's journey to the new world.

dizzyfoxx

addition to the 'Fats' collection.

Leiana

I like your photo better! Looks like a great pickup. I love the subtle way the toning changes from purple to blue.

-Amanda

HighRelief

Excellent pick on this Isabella John, I have always liked the intrigant detail on these coins.

airplanenut

Beautiful coin! I really like the reverse.

Numismanic

Very nice!

USAROK

John,

Wow! You found yourself a real "smile" coin! Congratulations on an outstanding addition to your superb collection!!

Terry

CoinAddict

Very nice, John.

FatMan

<< <i>Beautiful coin! I really like the reverse. >>

The obverse is quite pleasing in hand, but it was the reverse that sold me.

And thanks everyone for the kind words.

Longacre

Really nice!

mdwoods

Nice coin. Looks like it has a great strike too.

HTubbs

Sweet!

keets

the most difficult attribute to find on these is luster; this one looks to have quite a bit still intact. i looked at hundreds of cxoins before i found the example in my set and it was a sacrifice of what seemed original tone at the expense of weak luster. i figure i can upgrade some day, a problem you won't have to worry about.

FatMan

<< <i>the most difficult attribute to find on these is luster >>

Al, you are so very correct. Like you, I have looked at many and most don't get more than a glance because of the muted luster. But that is a common story for so many commem types.

GoldenEyeNumismatics

Looks like an easy MS66 -->great color and luster

Isabellas tone that hue of blue a lot and I love them for it!!

ABC123

Beauty, is in the eye of the Beerholder---Jose Corona

Clankeye

I like the coin, John. I have owned a few Izzies in 64, and that one would have been right at home with them.

I've always thought they where a good value in 64.

Clankeye

fivecents

All hail the Queen!!

I like it alot....undipped and with pretty color.

Look foward to seeing you in Bessemer John.