<< <i> I was fortunate to locate a few newps from Connor Numismatics...they're really too nice to crack out for the Whitman, almost sorry to say.
All of the images are too large to post and need to be resized. Will add images later. >>
Mike - you should have asked......not sure which one's you selected, but the images are already in my PCGS database. I'll save Dave a little bit of time.
Sweet looking 98-O's. I never did find an 1898-O that I was happy with.
Glenn,
Super group of Barber's, although I think I'm partial to the 1907-S and 1911-P. Speaking of the 1907-S, here's mine in a PCGS, XF-45 holder. I posted my 07-S earlier in this mega thread, but thought it wouldn't hurt to post it again.
Many thanks to whose who contacted me after my move from Washington DC to the Seattle, WA. We are all set but still putting away boxes. The bank had a 10x10 safe deposit box for me. Those things are gold in the community I live in. The gal felt it was her patriotic duty to help a Coastie out. Very nice of her.
I'm back in the swing of Barber material and here's one to add to my dime set. I love the look of this coin. I'll have you know that this will be a much slower set I put together as I just devoted a ton of resources towards an 1882 $10 Brown Back and a 1882 $10 Date Back both from the First National Bank of Everett, WA. You want rarity? There is only 3 1882 notes known from this bank in Everett, WA. God I love national bank notes (aka home town bank notes). I am also putting togther a complete 92 note set from the 1929 Federal Reserve Bank Note series. Very underappreciated much like Barber material.
Here's a link to my new dime. Would appreciate someone imaging for me as I am an idiot.
I think I've posted this coin before - I bought it raw from a Heritage auction a few years ago; on close examination, I discovered I had the RPM "S/s", and sent it to PCGS where it came back as an AU 58 :
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My old scanner from the 1890's broke and I had to hunt down another one on Ebay. Actually it is just the Microtek 3700, but it is all I know. Anyway, I finally am back to normal and have a beautiful PCGS AU53 courtesy of Mike Hayes. I have had the toughest time finding an original 1910-S in XF40 or higher. This is my first since I started collecting Barbers eight years ago.
And then I have an 1892-O from the last Heritage auction graded as VF35 by NGC. I think I have the Barber bug again.
The 07-S is one tough date in AU-58 (PCGS pops - 5 coins). It's a date that used to be considered somewhat of a sleeper, certainly not anymore.
Tyler,
Super nice 10-S.....I love the grit and original surfaces!
Dave,
Thanks for the compliment on my 07-S and I agree, it's the nicest XF 07-S I have ever seen. I have a few Barber halves that I'm having a difficult time parting with. My PCGS, AU-55, 1896-O is included in this group.
Tom,
From what I remember, I think I purchased the 07-S in XF-45, after selling you the VF example.
The 1896-O Barber half has finally arrived. From recent AU prices realized on the 96-O, the true rarity of the 96-O, relative to the 04-S and some of the other key dates, is finally coming to light. Recent examples, the PCGS, AU-58, which went off in a Heritage auction for $12,650.00 (juice included), and Dogwood's, PCGS, AU-50 selling on Ebay for over $1,900.00 (congratulations Dogwood). While advances on prices for the 04-S have slowed somewhat, now may be the time to pick up some of those other key date's before their prices get out of reach too.
Well said, Dan. I'm still amazed that Dogwood's 1896-O in PCGS languished on the BST for weeks at a BIN of $1,100, only to sell on eBay at $1,922.99. It seems the buyer also bought Dogwood's 1909-O XF Quarter awhile ago. [ the guy's got good taste ] .
I now kick myself for selling Dogwood that 96-O half in order to raise capital for the 01-S quarter. [ Considering I had just bought it from him a few weeks before ]
Being the underbidder on the 96-O in PCGS 58 [ POP = 2 ] I couldn't justify going over the highest bidder again; I bumped my bids a few times and got out at $10.5 before the juice. I've seen the other PCGS 58 on line and it was alot nicer than the one that sold at $12,650; that nicer 96-O seems to be locked away for awhile. I'm pleased that I have a nice AU 55 in my primary set although I really want all the coins to be a minimum AU 58.
I agree, many other key and semi-key dates are still ripe for the picking. I think the half series has gained in popularity and as we all know, the supply for choice coins for the grade is extremely limited.
The few duplicate halves I have - currently on the BST - are about to be moved to eBay - and we'll see what develops.
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Hello Mike and the other Barber half experts - a friend of mine requested my help on a coin that he can't find any info on. It's an 1893 Triple Die reverse half. Not the the 1892, which is fairly well known. It's in an old ANACs MS62 holder, with the TDR designation on the holder. It's a nicely toned coin, and I could see the tripling on the reverse letters w/o much effort. Is there much market or demand for such a coin?
I checked Lawrence and Beistle - and they mention a re-cut reverse at DOLLAR and no mention of a TDR.
I'm unfamiliar with the 1893 in TDR; I do have an 1892 TDR in PCGS 58 without the designation which was previously in an ANACS 58 holder. Sorry - I don't have an oversized image of the reverse.
There really isn't a huge demand for these minor die varieties - if you could provide some larger images - someone would have an interest though, I'm sure.
Speaking of die varieties - has anyone ever spotted an extremely small "S" for 1892 ? Breen mentioned that one was reported to him but he never examined it so he couldn't confirm its existance. Lawrence mentions it in his book, but only refers to Taxay's 1971 book and again, its unconfirmed. Beistle mentions a small mint mark but states its above the D in Dollar and its position is ambiguous. { My 1892-S mint mark is just right of center of the D in Dollar}.
So, Greg...what did you find at FUN when you were there ?
EDIT TO ADD:
Tombr: Coin looks like a solid 20...not quite a 25, IMHO; however, what's going on with the reverse over the word HALF - there's a brighter patch of color which could mean the coin was fooled with. The rest of the coin - especially the obverse looks original. The 02-O is usually found with a weak strike - your's looks better than average.
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I know these aren't coins but they are Barber related. I picked these up at the New Market MD coin show yesterday. They are in excellent condition. No writing or dog ears. I'd say PCGS would give them MS69 if they could be graded. You guys think they would good filled with crusty VG's with full rims? If you guys ever get the chance to meet board member Charley (John Curlis) do so. He is quite the gentleman and enjoyable companion. He is a wealth of knowledge. We spent several hours together.
MFH, I can assist with your thoughtful question to Tom. The coin in hand doesn't have any enhancement. Nor does it have any signs of enhancement using more involved techniques. Respectfully, John Curlis
Tombr: Coin looks like a solid 20...not quite a 25, IMHO; however, what's going on with the reverse over the word HALF - there's a brighter patch of color which could mean the coin was fooled with. The rest of the coin - especially the obverse looks original. The 02-O is usually found with a weak strike - your's looks better than average.
Mike,
The brighter patch doesn't show in hand. It's the lighting. I guess I'll have to go beat my photographer
Broadstruck--------I like. As tough as that date is an error must be even tougher
MFH---------So...what coin is John speaking about - what are you holding back ?
okay here it is--nothing spectacular. Just a 13-D. This is the one that John scoped. That's crud on the reverse under the DO in Dollar. I'm thinking about taking a toothpick to it. BUT I had to get permission from the guard dog before posting it. My photographer had to interupt his feeding to photo it and he is PISSED
Edited: That's my son Sam holding him. If I had a beard it would be grey.
Tom, I missed your kind words posted earlier. I appreciate your comments and did enjoy your company and the many conversations. With Respect, John Curlis
<< <i>Speaking of die varieties - has anyone ever spotted an extremely small "S" for 1892 ? Breen mentioned that one was reported to him but he never examined it so he couldn't confirm its existance. Lawrence mentions it in his book, but only refers to Taxay's 1971 book and again, its unconfirmed. Beistle mentions a small mint mark but states its above the D in Dollar and its position is ambiguous. { My 1892-S mint mark is just right of center of the D in Dollar}. >>
I tried to research this last year in regards to the coin pictured here. I ended up selling it on ebay with a question of it's small "s" attached in the auction copy. I think it got 250, which was about fair game. Looked much smaller than any "s" marked half in my collection at the time, even smaller than some quarters.
Compare and contrast at your leisure and sorry for the typically imperfect photos.
We're all born MS70. I'm about a Fine 15 right now.
<< <i>Broadstruck--------I like. As tough as that date is an error must be even tougher
tombr, I wouldn't trade it for a Micro O... even if it was guaranteed that the mint mark wouldn't fall off! >>
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You guys are bad !!!
I was doing some POP look ups - and went to ANACS - and that 1898-O Broadstruck is a POP - ONE Nothing higher and nothing lower - for the time being - its unique - just like its owner.
Speaking of which, Thanks Again, Broadstruck for reducing the size of my NEWP - an 1897-O ICG Half in VF 20. This is going into the Whitman:
Edited to say: There is nothing wrong with the tip of Liberty's nose...looks like while resizing the image, Broadstruck, used some Photoshop - LOL.
<< <i>tombr, your new avatar is disturbing... are your handeling that dog like MadMarty does his Rubber Chicken >>
Broadstruck--------that is Sarge, he's 14 years old and is a full fledged family member. My son Sam has to hold him like that when I trim his toenails. It keeps me from getting bit. I assure you he is not being choked, just restrained from devouring my digits.
Dan : Nice 1915 Half - you'll have no problems with that coin.
Tombr: I still am drooling over that 05-S. Nice 07-D too !
Don : That 98-O has a great look to it as well. Good eyes my friend.
Space Monkey : That's a beautiful proof quarter...I doubt you'll have any issues with that one either.
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Nice pair of 1898-O's and as we all know its worth stretching for a great coin.
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Spacemonkey - Very nice proof - sorry I don't really collect them.
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I was fortunate to locate a few newps from Connor Numismatics...they're really too
nice to crack out for the Whitman, almost sorry to say.
All of the images are too large to post and need to be resized. Will add images later.
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<< <i> I was fortunate to locate a few newps from Connor Numismatics...they're really too
nice to crack out for the Whitman, almost sorry to say.
All of the images are too large to post and need to be resized. Will add images later. >>
Mike - you should have asked......not sure which one's you selected, but the images are already in my PCGS database. I'll save Dave a little bit of time.
PCGS 1898-P VF-35
PCGS 1903-P XF-40
PCGS 1903-O XF-45
PCGS 1907-O VF-30
PCGS 1913-D XF-45
Connor Numismatics Website
Sweet looking 98-O's. I never did find an 1898-O that I was happy with.
Glenn,
Super group of Barber's, although I think I'm partial to the 1907-S and 1911-P. Speaking of the 1907-S, here's mine in a PCGS, XF-45 holder. I posted my 07-S earlier in this mega thread, but thought it wouldn't hurt to post it again.
Connor Numismatics Website
I'm back in the swing of Barber material and here's one to add to my dime set. I love the look of this coin. I'll have you know that this will be a much slower set I put together as I just devoted a ton of resources towards an 1882 $10 Brown Back and a 1882 $10 Date Back both from the First National Bank of Everett, WA. You want rarity? There is only 3 1882 notes known from this bank in Everett, WA. God I love national bank notes (aka home town bank notes). I am also putting togther a complete 92 note set from the 1929 Federal Reserve Bank Note series. Very underappreciated much like Barber material.
Here's a link to my new dime. Would appreciate someone imaging for me as I am an idiot.
BS:US:1123">1901-O PCGS XF45 Barber Dime on Ebay
Looking for Denmark 1874 20-Kroner. Please offer.
I think I've posted this coin before - I bought it raw
from a Heritage auction a few years ago; on close
examination, I discovered I had the RPM "S/s", and
sent it to PCGS where it came back as an AU 58 :
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Mike, that AU example ain't bad either! Geez...
Craig, welcome to the always sunny Emerald City.
Dave
And then I have an 1892-O from the last Heritage auction graded as VF35 by NGC. I think I have the Barber bug again.
Tyler
The 07-S is one tough date in AU-58 (PCGS pops - 5 coins). It's a date that used to be considered somewhat of a sleeper, certainly not anymore.
Tyler,
Super nice 10-S.....I love the grit and original surfaces!
Dave,
Thanks for the compliment on my 07-S and I agree, it's the nicest XF 07-S I have ever seen. I have a few Barber halves that I'm having a difficult time parting with. My PCGS, AU-55, 1896-O is included in this group.
Tom,
From what I remember, I think I purchased the 07-S in XF-45, after selling you the VF example.
Connor Numismatics Website
ARCO, that's the best looking mid-grade 10-S I've seen in a while...good eye and Congrats on snagging it!
newbarberguy
Is that 10-S image from a scanner? If they produce pics like that one, I might need to get one
GREAT coin too.
Tom
FYI - there are a couple of Halves on the BST if anyone's interested... two just sold...
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Just picked this up for the Whitman:
I bought this certified coin below for the same album...now, I've got another duplicate...
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Well said, Dan. I'm still amazed that Dogwood's 1896-O in PCGS languished on the BST for weeks
at a BIN of $1,100, only to sell on eBay at $1,922.99. It seems the buyer also bought Dogwood's
1909-O XF Quarter awhile ago. [ the guy's got good taste ] .
I now kick myself for selling Dogwood that 96-O half in order to raise capital for the 01-S quarter.
[ Considering I had just bought it from him a few weeks before
Being the underbidder on the 96-O in PCGS 58 [ POP = 2 ]
I couldn't justify going over the highest bidder again; I bumped
my bids a few times and got out at $10.5 before the juice.
I've seen the other PCGS 58 on line and it was alot nicer than the
one that sold at $12,650; that nicer 96-O seems to be locked away
for awhile. I'm pleased that I have a nice AU 55 in my primary set
although I really want all the coins to be a minimum AU 58.
I agree, many other key and semi-key dates are still ripe for
the picking. I think the half series has gained in popularity and
as we all know, the supply for choice coins for the grade is
extremely limited.
The few duplicate halves I have - currently on the BST - are
about to be moved to eBay - and we'll see what develops.
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It's an 1893 Triple Die reverse half. Not the the 1892, which is fairly well known. It's in an old ANACs MS62 holder, with the TDR designation on the holder. It's a nicely toned coin, and I could see the tripling on the reverse letters w/o much effort.
Is there much market or demand for such a coin?
thanks for any help, guys!
Greg
I checked Lawrence and Beistle - and they mention a re-cut reverse at DOLLAR
and no mention of a TDR.
I'm unfamiliar with the 1893 in TDR; I do have an 1892 TDR in PCGS 58 without the designation
which was previously in an ANACS 58 holder. Sorry - I don't have an oversized image of the reverse.
There really isn't a huge demand for these minor die varieties - if you could provide
some larger images - someone would have an interest though, I'm sure.
Speaking of die varieties - has anyone ever spotted an extremely small "S" for 1892 ?
Breen mentioned that one was reported to him but he never examined it so he couldn't
confirm its existance. Lawrence mentions it in his book, but only refers to Taxay's 1971 book
and again, its unconfirmed. Beistle mentions a small mint mark but states its above the D in Dollar
and its position is ambiguous. { My 1892-S mint mark is just right of center of the D in Dollar}.
So, Greg...what did you find at FUN when you were there ?
EDIT TO ADD:
Tombr: Coin looks like a solid 20...not quite a 25, IMHO; however, what's going on
with the reverse over the word HALF - there's a brighter patch of color which could
mean the coin was fooled with. The rest of the coin - especially the obverse looks
original. The 02-O is usually found with a weak strike - your's looks better than average.
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with the reverse over the word HALF - there's a brighter patch of color which could
mean the coin was fooled with. The rest of the coin - especially the obverse looks
original. The 02-O is usually found with a weak strike - your's looks better than average.
Mike,
The brighter patch doesn't show in hand. It's the lighting. I guess I'll have to go beat my photographer
The one on the left is a VF25 from my registry set, normal S and the one on the right is a raw G-VG inverted S
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Mike,
The brighter patch doesn't show in hand. It's the lighting. I guess I'll have to go beat my photographer
....Better watch out...I bet Roxy packs a mean punch !!
So...what coin is John speaking about - what are you holding back ?
Here's a little something I just picked up on eBay for the Whitman:
its not perfect - but looks pretty good overall:
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I'm just weeding through 10,000 images and cleaning shop... just ran accross these images of the Uncentered Broadstrike 1898-O I have never posted.
MFH---------So...what coin is John speaking about - what are you holding back ?
okay here it is--nothing spectacular. Just a 13-D. This is the one that John scoped. That's crud on the reverse under the DO in Dollar. I'm thinking about taking a toothpick to it. BUT I had to get permission from the guard dog before posting it. My photographer had to interupt his feeding to photo it and he is PISSED
Edited: That's my son Sam holding him. If I had a beard it would be grey.
tombr, I wouldn't trade it for a Micro O... even if it was guaranteed that the mint mark wouldn't fall off!
<< <i>Broadstruck--------I like. As tough as that date is an error must be even tougher
tombr, I wouldn't trade it for a Micro O... even if it was guaranteed that the mint mark wouldn't fall off!
PCGS F15
PCGS VF35
<< <i>Speaking of die varieties - has anyone ever spotted an extremely small "S" for 1892 ?
Breen mentioned that one was reported to him but he never examined it so he couldn't
confirm its existance. Lawrence mentions it in his book, but only refers to Taxay's 1971 book
and again, its unconfirmed. Beistle mentions a small mint mark but states its above the D in Dollar
and its position is ambiguous. { My 1892-S mint mark is just right of center of the D in Dollar}. >>
I tried to research this last year in regards to the coin pictured here. I ended up selling it on ebay with a question of it's small "s" attached in the auction copy. I think it got 250, which was about fair game. Looked much smaller than any "s" marked half in my collection at the time, even smaller than some quarters.
Compare and contrast at your leisure and sorry for the typically imperfect photos.
<< <i>
<< <i>Broadstruck--------I like. As tough as that date is an error must be even tougher
tombr, I wouldn't trade it for a Micro O... even if it was guaranteed that the mint mark wouldn't fall off!
I was doing some POP look ups - and went to ANACS - and that 1898-O Broadstruck is a POP - ONE
Nothing higher and nothing lower - for the time being - its unique - just like its owner.
Speaking of which, Thanks Again, Broadstruck for reducing the size of my NEWP -
an 1897-O ICG Half in VF 20. This is going into the Whitman:
Edited to say: There is nothing wrong with the tip of Liberty's nose...looks like
while resizing the image, Broadstruck, used some Photoshop - LOL.
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Reworked by Dave99B - Thanks again Dave :
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You're right - it was for the Broadstruck 1897-S Half [ I was looking up that POP ] ,
no matter - you're still as unique as that coin
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Here's my 1908-D - EX: Glenn Holsonbake:
PCGS AU 58
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<< <i>MFH, the link you sent me from ANACS was for my 1897-S, as the 1898-O is in a NGC holder.
And while I'm at comparing coins, here's my 1898-O
from my 1st Tier collection [ sorry, I don't have an image of
my AU 58]
PCGS MS 64
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PCGS VF20
Here are a couple of NEWPS for the Whitman:
1906-D :
Ponyexpress' 1907-S :
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Here's another new one
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I don't know where you guys find such nice coins but they're all good lookers!
Tom,
Nice looking VF's but since I'm partial to XF's, that's a gorgeous 05-S...I think it's a keeper!
<< <i>tombr, your new avatar is disturbing... are your handeling that dog like MadMarty does his Rubber Chicken
Broadstruck--------that is Sarge, he's 14 years old and is a full fledged family member. My son Sam has to hold him like that when I trim his toenails. It keeps me from getting bit. I assure you he is not being choked, just restrained from devouring my digits.
Go to Early United States Coins - to order the New "Early United States Half Dollar Vol. 1 / 1794-1807" book or the 1st new Bust Quarter book!
Dan : Nice 1915 Half - you'll have no problems with that coin.
Tombr: I still am drooling over that 05-S. Nice 07-D too !
Don : That 98-O has a great look to it as well. Good eyes my friend.
Space Monkey : That's a beautiful proof quarter...I doubt you'll have any issues with that one either.
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Here's a NEWP for the Whitman - from Perry Hall -
[ I think the white spot is a paper chard ]
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Also, here's an upgrade for the Dime collection...
Its alot nicer in hand BTW:
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