How'd I do on this half cent?

coinpictures

Still getting my feet wet, so am treading cautiously...

1834 half cent, sold as EF. Grey sheet lists EF as $70. Seller had BIN of $75 + $5 S&H as well as best offer. I BO'd it at $56 + $5 = $61 net.

I don't see any major problem areas, although the obverse photo is a bit out of focus, and there are a few minor field nicks on the reverse.

Detailwise, I think it's at least an EF45 with an outside shot at AU50 (at least that's my novice opinion).

Opinions?

Smittys

NumisOxide

Nice 1/2 cent. The color looks good.

majorbigtime

<< <i>Nice 1/2 cent. The color looks good. >>



Agreed, but check for corrosion or crud around the lettering and devices.

123cents

I think it is a solid XF-45.

roadrunner

Looks nice. Good detail and color. But cannot see those marks you mention. I've had circ half cents before like this where one mis-placed hit knocked it down 1/2 to a full grade.

roadrunner

lkenefic

wow...a few contact marks on the reverse but that's about all I see. Nice color too. All in all , a nice coin

Shamika

I think this is a fascinating series. Considering the history and rarety, these coins can still be collected at reasonable prices.

GoldenEyeNumismatics

looks a little dirty but 100k untampered with. I like the chocolate color.

zrlevin

Nice coin!

Coxe

Nice and original. Would look great in an XF/AU album.